Muharram 1445H
"Sacred / Forbidden" — The Month of Allah
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1
19-Jul
Fajr: 04:22
Maghrib: 19:05
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2
20-Jul
Fajr: 04:23
Maghrib: 19:05
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3
21-Jul
Fajr: 04:24
Maghrib: 19:04
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4
22-Jul
Fajr: 04:24
Maghrib: 19:04
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5
23-Jul
Fajr: 04:25
Maghrib: 19:04
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6
24-Jul
Fajr: 04:25
Maghrib: 19:03
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7
25-Jul
Fajr: 04:26
Maghrib: 19:03
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8
26-Jul
Fajr: 04:26
Maghrib: 19:03
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9
27-Jul
Fajr: 04:27
Maghrib: 19:02
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10
28-Jul
Fajr: 04:28
Maghrib: 19:02
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11
29-Jul
Fajr: 04:28
Maghrib: 19:01
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12
30-Jul
Fajr: 04:29
Maghrib: 19:01
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13
31-Jul
Fajr: 04:29
Maghrib: 19:00
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14
1-Aug
Fajr: 04:30
Maghrib: 19:00
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15
2-Aug
Fajr: 04:31
Maghrib: 18:59
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16
3-Aug
Fajr: 04:31
Maghrib: 18:59
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17
4-Aug
Fajr: 04:32
Maghrib: 18:58
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18
5-Aug
Fajr: 04:32
Maghrib: 18:58
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19
6-Aug
Fajr: 04:33
Maghrib: 18:57
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20
7-Aug
Fajr: 04:33
Maghrib: 18:57
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21
8-Aug
Fajr: 04:34
Maghrib: 18:56
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22
9-Aug
Fajr: 04:34
Maghrib: 18:55
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23
10-Aug
Fajr: 04:35
Maghrib: 18:55
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24
11-Aug
Fajr: 04:36
Maghrib: 18:54
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25
12-Aug
Fajr: 04:36
Maghrib: 18:53
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26
13-Aug
Fajr: 04:37
Maghrib: 18:53
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27
14-Aug
Fajr: 04:37
Maghrib: 18:52
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28
15-Aug
Fajr: 04:38
Maghrib: 18:51
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29
16-Aug
Fajr: 04:38
Maghrib: 18:51
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About Muharram
Significance & Historical Context
Muharram is defined by the themes of liberation and sacrifice. It marks the day Prophet Musa (AS) was saved from the Pharaoh and the day the grandson of the Prophet (PBUH), Imam Hussain (RA), stood against tyranny at the Battle of Karbala. It represents a spiritual 'Hijrah'—leaving behind our lower selves to migrate toward the pleasure of Allah.
Scholars describe Muharram as the station where a believer packs their provisions for the year. Because it is a sacred month, the weight of deeds—both good and bad—is amplified. It is the best month for voluntary fasting after the obligatory month of Ramadan.
Recommended Acts
- Fasting on the 9th and 10th of Muharram, or the 10th and 11th.
- Being extra generous to one's family and the poor on the Day of Ashura.
- Engaging in 'Muhasabah' (self-reflection) and setting spiritual goals for the new Hijri year.
Printable Muharram Calendar
Download the complete Hijri calendar and prayer schedule in PDF format.
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Muharram 1445 AH: Dates This Year
Muharram 1445 AH runs from July 19, 2023 to August 16, 2023 (29 days), beginning on a Wednesday.
Frequently Asked Questions about Muharram
What is the month of Muharram?
Muharram is the first month of the Islamic (Hijri) calendar. It is one of the four sacred months in Islam, meaning 'forbidden' or 'sacred,' during which warfare is prohibited.
What does the name 'Muharram' mean?
The name 'Muharram' means 'Sacred' or 'Forbidden,' signifying its status as a month of heightened reverence and peace.
Why is Muharram significant?
Muharram is defined by themes of liberation and sacrifice. It marks the day Prophet Musa (AS) was saved from the Pharaoh and the day Imam Hussain (RA) stood against tyranny at the Battle of Karbala. It represents a spiritual 'Hijrah'—leaving behind our lower selves to migrate toward the pleasure of Allah.
What is the Day of Ashura and when is it in 2026?
Ashura is the 10th day of Muharram, a day of victory for truth over falsehood. It is observed by fasting to thank Allah for the liberation of Prophet Musa (AS). In 2026, Ashura is expected to fall on July 25th or 26th, depending on the moon sighting.
What are the recommended acts during Muharram?
Recommended acts include fasting on the 9th and 10th of Muharram, or the 10th and 11th; being generous to family and the poor on Ashura; and engaging in self-reflection (Muhasabah) to set spiritual goals for the new year. The Prophet (PBUH) said that fasting on Ashura expiates the sins of the preceding year.
Why do the Gregorian dates for Muharram change each year?
The Islamic calendar is lunar, so Muharram moves about 10 to 11 days earlier each year in the Gregorian calendar. This is why the dates shift annually.
