Muharram is the first month of the Islamic calendar, and means "forbidden," referring to warfare being forbidden this month. This month, marking the beginning of the new Islamic year, offers an ...

Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar, begins in July. This week’s commenters discuss the history and meaning of the holy observance celebrated by Muslims worldwide. Like January in the ...

Muharram marks the beginning of the Islamic New Year, a time of reflection and renewal for many Muslims around the world. As the first month of the Islamic lunar calendar, Muharram holds deep ...

IN the name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful. It is Muharram, the first month and beginning of the new Islamic calendar year, Hijrah 1447. Allah says: “Surely, the number of months according to ...

Muharram, marking the beginning of the Islamic New Year, is expected to be observed in India on either July 6 or 7, 2025, depending on the moon sighting. While the official date is currently listed as ...

The Red & Black is a 501c3 nonprofit. Please consider a one-time gift or become a monthly supporter. Cancel anytime. Every year, billions of people prepare to celebrate the Islamic New Year, also ...

In Islamic culture, the month of Muharram is known as "God's (Allah's) Sacred Month." The Prophet Muhammad — Peace be upon him — said, "The best of fasting after the month of Ramadan is fasting in God ...

When the new crescent moon appears on July 28, 2022, Muslims around the world will celebrate the beginning of the Islamic New Year, also called the Arabic or Hijrī New Year. For many Muslims, Muharram ...