Sacred Months

Intercalation of the Year (Nasīʾ)
Understand the concept of 'Nasīʾ,' the intercalation of the year in pre-Islamic Arabia, its historical background, and its abolishment by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) as stated in the Qur'an.
Month
Explore the concept of 'Month' (shahr) in Islam, its linguistic origins, and the significance of each month in the Islamic lunar calendar. Understand the special features of sacred months and their roles in Islamic rituals and historical events.

Dictionary of Islam

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