Welcoming Muharram – The Sacred Beginning of the Islamic New Year

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🌙 Welcoming Muharram – The Sacred Beginning of the Islamic New Year

As the crescent moon graces the sky, Muslims around the world welcome Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar. Known as the “Month of Allaah”, Muharram is a sacred and spiritually significant time for reflection, renewal, and remembrance.

🌟 What Is Muharram?

Muharram (المحرّم) is one of the four sacred months in Islam, during which fighting is traditionally forbidden, and acts of devotion are especially encouraged. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ referred to it as "Shahrullah"the Month of  AlmightyAllaah—a title given to no other month.