Islamic New Year Date Calculator

Calculate the start of the Hijri year (1st of Muharram) and learn the history of the Hijrah.

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The Migration that Changed the World

The Islamic Calendar does not begin with a birth or a victory in battle, but with a profound migration (Hijrah) for the sake of Allah.

History & Significance

Who Started the Calendar?

During the caliphate of Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA), the Islamic empire expanded rapidly. They needed a standardized dating system for documents. After consultation, they agreed to start the calendar from the year of the Prophet's ï·º Hijrah (migration) from Makkah to Madinah.

The Month of Muharram

While the Hijrah actually took place in Safar/Rabi' al-Awwal, the companions decided to make Muharram the first month of the year because it follows the month of Dhu al-Hijjah (when the Hajj is completed) and people return to their homes.

Is the Islamic New Year a Celebration?

Unlike the Gregorian New Year, there are no specific religious festivals, feasts, or special prayers prescribed in Islam to "celebrate" the New Year. The two official celebrations in Islam are Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha.

However, the 1st of Muharram is a powerful time for reflection. It is an opportunity to reflect on the passage of time, our deeds in the past year, and our intentions for the year to come. Since Muharram is one of the four sacred months, it is highly recommended to fast and increase in good deeds as the new year begins.

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