Muharram Commences on Thursday: Saudi Supreme Court Announces
The crescent moon sighting in Saudi Arabia signals the start of the Islamic month and year.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - Muharram, the initial month of the Islamic calendar, will initiate on Thursday following the proclamation by the Saudi Supreme Court.
This announcement follows the spotting of the crescent moon within the Kingdom on Wednesday evening.
The sighting marks the onset of the Islamic year 1447, signifying the number of years elapsed since Prophet Muhammad's migration from Makkah to Madinah.