BREAKING: Ramadan Crescent Moon Spotted In Saudi Arabia

BREAKING: Ramadan Crescent Moon Spotted In Saudi Arabia

The sighting of the crescent moon in Saudi Arabia heralds the beginning of the Holy month of Ramadan, marking a significant moment for Muslims worldwide…….READ ALSO Ramadan Kareem: Common Mistakes To Avoid By All Means While Fasting

Confirmed on Sunday evening, this sighting indicates that March 10 is the final day of the month of Sha’ban, with Ramadan set to commence on Monday, March 11.

Ramadan, a sacred period in Islam, follows the lunar Islamic calendar, where months vary between 29 and 30 days. Its commencement and conclusion are determined by the appearance of the crescent moon.

Prior to this sighting, Saudi Arabian authorities had urged Muslims to keep watch for the crescent, emphasizing its importance in signaling the start of Ramadan. The Supreme Court had also encouraged individuals who sighted the moon to report their observations to the nearest court.

While countries like Australia, Malaysia, Philippines, and Brunei have announced March 12 as the start of Ramadan, Oman has opted to begin observing the Holy Month on March 12, Tuesday, citing the absence of a crescent moon sighting on Sunday evening.

Fasting during Ramadan, one of the five pillars of Islam, entails abstaining from food and drink from dawn until sunset. It is a time for spiritual reflection, prayer, acts of charity (zakaat), and community service, including initiatives to aid the less fortunate.

As Muslims embark on this month-long journey of self-discipline and devotion, they come together in prayer and solidarity, seeking guidance, peace, and enlightenment for their souls.