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Published on 2024-03-04 10:50:59
Egypt’s Dar al-Iftaa (Egyptian Fatwa House) recently announced the date of sighting the crescent of Ramadan 1445 Hijri, marking the upcoming arrival of the holy month. According to a post on their official Facebook page, the Ramadan crescent moon sighting is set to occur on Sunday, March 10.
The International Astronomical Center (IAC) weighed in on the issue, stating that it would not be possible to directly observe the Ramadan crescent on Sunday, March 10, from any location in the Arab and Islamic world, whether with the naked eye or using a telescope. However, the IAC mentioned that the crescent for Ramadan 1445 could be easily spotted with the naked eye in all Islamic regions on Monday, March 11.
The IAC further explained that Islamic countries had commenced the month of Shaban on February 11, leading most nations to anticipate the sighting of the crescent of Ramadan on March 10. The central conjunction was predicted to take place at precisely nine am GMT on that day. With the moon expected to set after sunset in most Islamic regions, it was anticipated that numerous countries would officially commence the month of Ramadan on Monday, March 11.
In conclusion, the announcement made by Egypt’s Dar al-Iftaa regarding the sighting of the crescent of Ramadan 1445 Hijri on Sunday, March 10, has sparked interest and anticipation among Muslims worldwide. While the International Astronomical Center provided insight into the visibility of the crescent, it is clear that the beginning of Ramadan 1445 will be a significant moment for the global Islamic community. This yearly observance serves as a time of spiritual reflection, prayer, and fasting for Muslims, as they come together to strengthen their faith and seek closeness to Allah. As the start of Ramadan approaches, Muslims around the world are preparing to embark on this sacred journey of devotion and self-discipline.
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