Calendar of Muslim holidays in 2019 and their meaning

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To find out what Muslim holidays will be in 2019, and what date will take place, it is recommended to refer to the calendar by months, which will certainly help in this matter.

Most of the Muslim population with trepidation and delicately perceive the concept of their faith, because its significance from century to century passes from ancestors to the present generation. Thanks to the study of the attributes of religion, as well as traditional events, the customs of religion remain in the memory of people for a long time. Muslims are especially proud of the Islamic holidays and prepare for them carefully and reverently.

Muslim holidays in 2019

According to history, on the day of Hijri, when the Prophet Muhammad voluntarily settled in Medina, the Islamic population celebrates the New Year. Thus, it is the main distinguishing feature in comparison with the new calendar, because in this system the "new year" falls on the end of December and the beginning of January.

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In the Muslim annual calendar, each month consists of 29 days and the date is constantly changing based on the position of the moon. In any case, the lunar calendar contains 354 days, when the solar one is slightly longer.

It is because of this that Muslim holidays, which will be in 2019, will move forward by eleven days, as evidenced by the calendar for each month.

The total number of Muslim holidays of great importance to the population is 36 events. They are all considered very important events. The calendar contains only national events not borrowed from other nationalities. At the insistence of Muhammad, mankind was forbidden to celebrate the days of third-party religions.

The location of the months is based on a certain significance. There are days in the Muslim calendar for months on which the Islamic population is engaged in maintaining vital energy.

There are periods in which you need to go on a trip, as well as when you need to limit yourself in something or, on the contrary, have fun.

Based on the fact that Islamic celebrations are established according to the lunar calendar, Muslim holidays in 2019 fall on different days compared to last year. And so constantly, the dates of events differ from each other, and what date they will be, you need to look at the calendar.

February

8.02 - Suffering of Fatima - is the initial celebration in Islam. The last daughter of Muhammad, whose name was Fatima, was a model of the true representative of the Muslim people.

March

1. 7.03 - Night of Gifts or Night of Ragaib - an event symbolizing the sacrament of marriage between the parents of Muhammad, as well as his birth in the flesh of the mother. This holiday is the most auspicious night, according to the Islamic God.
2. 14.03 - Hijri to Ethiopia.
3. 20.03 - Birthday of Imam Ali, who was a faithful follower of the Prophet, his cousin and a dynamic soldier in the war of those years.
4. 21.03 - Spring equinox or Navruz - chanting of the upcoming harvest, accompanied by a massive and joyful meal, for which new dishes are displayed, and certain dishes are served. A ban has been established on cursing and reproaching for past grievances.

April

1. 3.04 - Isra and Miraj - echoes the pilgrimage to Jerusalem, to which the prophet went, as well as with his departure to another world. With the veneration and admiration that comes from people, you can get savab, which appears after a century of honor and painstaking work on yourself.
2. 04.20 - Night Baraat - recognized as one of the few nights of the event when the inhabitants of the planet received the Holy Quran. On this day, believers can hope for deliverance from sinful deeds, farewell to debt obligations, as well as punishment for crimes committed.

On this night, it is important to pray a lot and think about your behavior, reconsidering your life position.

May

1. 05.05 - start of Ramadan - an important month in the life of Islam, which provides for individual actions. In Christianity, few would say that this is a holiday. Indeed, during this period it is necessary to fast in strict conditions, to provide help to those who really need it, to be respectable and try to do something good for other people. This will help each person to be spiritually and physically cleansed. At this time, you can not smoke, participate in love contact, it is forbidden to eat and drink abundant water during the day. May 5 is also the holiday of Umrah, which symbolizes a small journey to Mecca.
2. 22.05 - Battle of Badr - on this day they fought for independence. And the victory was won, regardless of the massiveness of the enemy side.
3. 05.25 - Fatah Mecca Day - the official approval of Islam in Mecca and the disposal of the pagan symbols of worship that live in the Kaaba temple.
4. 26.05 - Suffering of Imam Aliwho was the son-in-law of the Prophet and his follower. He was a participant in most of the battles.
5. 31.05 - Night of Power and Predestination - a significant event, which is attached to the message of Muhammad of the early suras of the Koran. It is necessary to admit your mistakes and pray for atonement for faults, evaluate the actions you have taken and draw other conclusions.

June

1. 5.06 - Uraz Bayram - a joyful event for Muslims at the end of the hard fast of Ramadan. Muslims prepare in advance for this event: they update their wardrobe, buy gifts for their relatives, clean their homes, prepare special dishes and arrange a solemn meal, where not only relatives, but also strangers can be invited.
2. 7.06 - Battle of Uhud - the only defeat of Muhammad among all the battles passed. This battle was the last.
3. 14.06 - Battle of Hunein, which is considered in the Quran.
4. 29.06 – The suffering of Imam Jafar, who was a descendant of the messenger and a specialist in theology.

July

4.07 - Treaty at Khudaibiya - the process of discussing Muhammad and the Quraysh, during which Islam was officially accepted.

August

1. 2.08 - the beginning of Zul Hijja … The twelfth month when it is forbidden to fight and take cruel revenge. It is important to pray as much as possible, to confess, and also to fast.
2. 11.08 - Day of Arafat - addressed to the wandering population that lives in the Hajj. They need to unite and stand on a mountain in the sacred valley of Arafat, which is close to Mecca. You cannot sin, because the punishment for your actions will be very cruel. It is important to pray and confess.
3. 12.08 - Kurban Bayram Is the most important festive event in Muslim culture when the sacrifice is performed. On this day, livestock are killed, and the meat is cut into three shares and distributed to relatives, the poor and society.
4. 13.08 - Days of At-Tashrik - an additional event in honor of the celebration of Eid al-Adha.
5. 19.08 - Gadir-khum or the Day of the Improvement of Religion. It is necessary to speak and remember about valuable events in the development of Islam, as well as study the Koran.
6. 08.25 - Eid al-Mubahil - communication of Muslims with representatives of Christianity.

September

1. 1.09 - Hijri New Yearand also the first day in the month of Muharram. It does not belong to the number of important Muslim events, and therefore does not provide for special traditions and solemn meals. The Muslim population goes to the mosque and reads the instructions of the Prophet.
2. 7.09 - Hike to Khaybar, after which there was the liberation of a separate territory of the oasis of Arabia, which was blocked for thirty days.
3. 9.09 - Tashua of Imam Hussein … When the imam died fighting a pious battle.
4. 10.09 - Day of Ashura - is a day of mourning, accompanied by memorial music that sounds everywhere. Muslims, if desired, can fast for 3 days.
5. September 30 - the beginning of the second month in the Muslim calendar - Safar … There are a number of traditional ceremonies to be performed and also to be calm.

October

1. 19.10 - Arbain - the day when Imam Khesein is honored, who died in torment and suffering.
2. 26.10 - Night of Hijri.
3. 27.10 - Day of the death of Muhammad. It is an official day of mourning that is celebrated in the very unfortunate incident of Islam.
4. 28.10 - Suffering of Imam Ali al-Rida. A memorable day when a descendant of the Prophet is honored. Ali was an eminent Qur'anist.

November

9.11 - Birthday of Muhammad or Mawlid … It is among the main celebrations of the Islamic religion. It is characterized by doing good deeds, helping people in need.

Significant Muslim holidays, as well as state ones, in 2019 include Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Adha, which are also marked in the calendar of Bashkortostan.

The same Muslim holidays are present in the calendar of the Republic of Tatarstan, despite their own celebrations, such as the Day of the Republic and the Constitution. The celebration of Islamic events is due to the presence in this subject of the country of a significant mass of people who adhere to Islam.

It is important to know that these events are characterized not only by general fun and a festive meal with special dishes. Most Muslims believe that these days they will be able to do a lot of good, which will be incomparable with sinful deeds.

The main tradition of holidays in Islam is considered to be visiting temples and divine services, as well as performing ceremonies characteristic of this religion. In addition, on the set days they help the poor, delight the people around them, including strangers, give their relatives and friends pleasant souvenirs and surprises, and also behave with dignity.