150 days to Ramadan? UAE confirms start of Rabi Al Thani
Abu Dhabi: The UAE Council for Fatwa has announced that Sunday, September 13, 2026, will mark the first day of Rabi Al Thani 1448 AH. In a statement posted on X, the council said the decision was made after reviewing scientific data related to the sighting of the crescent moon in coordination with specialised scientific bodies and centres in the UAE. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the…
The UAE Council for Fatwa has announced that Rabi Al Thani 1448 AH will commence on Sunday, September 13, 2026. The decision was reached after a thorough review of scientific data regarding the sighting of the crescent moon, conducted in conjunction with specialized scientific bodies and centers in the UAE. The announcement also indicates that Saturday, September 12, will conclude the month of Rabi Al Awwal, with Rabi Al Thani beginning the following day.
This marks an important milestone in the Islamic lunar calendar, as it brings Muslims closer to Ramadan, the ninth Hijri month and a highly significant period for Muslims. Ramadan involves fasting from dawn to sunset, heightened prayer, charity, and community activities, and its commencement is determined through the lunar calendar and crescent-sighting process.
The start of Rabi Al Thani is seen as a significant step in the countdown to Ramadan, with the holy month anticipated to begin in the UAE on Monday, February 8, 2027, based on present astronomical projections.
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