The sixth month of the Islamic calendar, Jumada al-Thani, has officially begun. With the start of this month, the probable date for the commencement of Ramadan, the holiest month for the Muslim Ummah, has also been calculated.

Process of Date Determination

The Islamic calendar is dependent on moon sighting. Following the start of Jumada al-Thani, religious scholars and astronomers have begun calculating the probable date for Ramadan. The date, determined based on moon sighting, will be finalised through the decision of the National Moon Sighting Committee.

Probable Schedule

According to the Hijri calendar calculation, after Jumada al-Thani concludes, the months of Rajab and Sha'ban will pass before the holy month of Ramadan begins. The preliminary date, calculated based on religious reckoning and astronomical observations, has sparked discussion among the country's devout Muslims.

Religious Significance

Ramadan is designated for the observance of Sawm (fasting), one of the five pillars of Islam. Islamic history notes that the Quran was revealed during this month. Muslims fast from dawn to sunset during this period and devote themselves to worship and prayer.

Final Announcement

However, the National Moon Sighting Committee will determine the final date for the start of Ramadan in the country. An official announcement regarding the beginning of Ramadan will be made after sighting the moon on the 29th of Sha'ban. Until then, this date will be considered provisional.