بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَنِ الرَّحِيمِ
الرَّحْمَـٰنِ
الرَّحِيمِ
الْمَلِكِ
الْقُدُّوسِ
السَّلَامِ
1446 - شَوَّال الْمُكَرَّم
الْمُؤْمِنِ
الْمُهَيْمِنِ
الْعَزِيزِ
الْجَبَّارُ
الْمُتَكَبِّرُ
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Fajr
05:45 AM
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Asr
06:15 PM
Maghrib
07:46 PM
Isha
09:45 PM
Jumu'ah
02:00 PM
Dhu Al-Qi'Dah
ذو القعدة
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Dhu al-Qi'dah is the eleventh month of the Islamic calendar and the first of the three consecutive sacred months (followed by Dhu al-Hijjah and Muharram). Historically, this was a month of peace and truce, allowing pilgrims from far and wide to travel safely toward Mecca for the upcoming Hajj season. While it does not contain major festivals, its status as a "Sacred Month" (Al-Shahr al-Haram) means that good deeds are multiplied in reward, and wrongdoings are considered more grave. It is a period of preparation, both physically and spiritually, for the great acts of worship that take place in the following month of pilgrimage. The name Dhu al-Qi'dah means "the one of truce" or "the month of sitting," reflecting the pre-Islamic practice of ceasing hostilities and sitting for peace during this month. Islam confirmed the sanctity of this month and the other sacred months, prohibiting fighting and emphasizing peace. Dhu al-Qi'dah holds special significance because it is the first of the months during which the Hajj (pilgrimage) is performed. Pilgrims begin arriving in Mecca during this month, preparing for the rituals that will culminate in Dhu al-Hijjah. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) performed his Farewell Pilgrimage in Dhu al-Qi'dah, entering Mecca at the beginning of the month and performing the pilgrimage in Dhu al-Hijjah. For Muslims, Dhu al-Qi'dah is a time of peace, reflection, and preparation. It teaches that peace is a prerequisite for worship,just as pilgrims need safety to travel, believers need inner peace to connect with Allah. The month also reminds us of the sacredness of time; certain months are blessed, and deeds during them carry special weight. Muslims are encouraged to increase their good deeds, seek forgiveness, and prepare their hearts for the coming season of pilgrimage and sacrifice. Dhu al-Qi'dah is a month of anticipation,anticipation of the blessings of Hajj, of the mercy of Allah, and of the opportunities for spiritual growth in the sacred season ahead.
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