AlHijri Reflection: Renewing Faith and Intentions for the New Year

The Islamic New Year, known as Al-Hijri or Ra’s as-Sanah al-Hijriyah, marks the start of a new Islamic lunar calendar year on the first day of Muharram. It is a solemn, deeply spiritual occasion that commemorates the Hijrah (migration) of the Prophet Muhammad and his early followers from Mecca to Medina in 622 CE. This historic exodus saved the early Muslim community from severe religious persecution and led to the formation of the very first sovereign Muslim society. 📜 The Historical Origin: The Hijrah Al Hijra: A Guide to Understanding the Islamic New Year