Islamic Months

Ẕū al-Ḥijjah (ذو الحجة‎)
Explore the significance and context of the month of Ẕū al-Ḥijjah (ذو الحجة‎) in the Islamic calendar. Learn about its etymology, importance in Islamic practices, and its association with the annual Hajj pilgrimage.
Ṣafar (صفر‎)
Learn about the month of Ṣafar, its historical context, etymology, cultural significance, and how it is observed in the Islamic calendar. Discover historical practices and beliefs associated with this month.
Rabīʿu ʾl-Awwal (ربيع الاول)
Explore the significance of Rabīʿu ʾl-Awwal, the third month of the Islamic calendar. Understand its cultural, historical, and religious importance, especially within the context of the life of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
Dhu al-Qa'dah (ذو القعدة): The Master of Truce
Explore the significance, etymology, historical context, and contemporary observances of Dhu al-Qa'dah, the eleventh month in the Islamic lunar calendar.

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