Safar 1445H
"Whistling of the wind / Empty" — The Month of Faith and Optimism
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17-Aug
Fajr: 04:39
Maghrib: 18:50
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2
18-Aug
Fajr: 04:39
Maghrib: 18:49
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3
19-Aug
Fajr: 04:40
Maghrib: 18:48
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4
20-Aug
Fajr: 04:40
Maghrib: 18:48
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5
21-Aug
Fajr: 04:41
Maghrib: 18:47
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6
22-Aug
Fajr: 04:41
Maghrib: 18:46
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7
23-Aug
Fajr: 04:41
Maghrib: 18:45
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8
24-Aug
Fajr: 04:42
Maghrib: 18:44
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9
25-Aug
Fajr: 04:42
Maghrib: 18:44
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10
26-Aug
Fajr: 04:43
Maghrib: 18:43
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11
27-Aug
Fajr: 04:43
Maghrib: 18:42
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12
28-Aug
Fajr: 04:44
Maghrib: 18:41
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13
29-Aug
Fajr: 04:44
Maghrib: 18:40
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14
30-Aug
Fajr: 04:45
Maghrib: 18:39
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15
31-Aug
Fajr: 04:45
Maghrib: 18:38
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16
1-Sep
Fajr: 04:45
Maghrib: 18:37
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17
2-Sep
Fajr: 04:46
Maghrib: 18:37
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18
3-Sep
Fajr: 04:46
Maghrib: 18:36
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19
4-Sep
Fajr: 04:47
Maghrib: 18:35
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20
5-Sep
Fajr: 04:47
Maghrib: 18:34
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21
6-Sep
Fajr: 04:47
Maghrib: 18:33
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22
7-Sep
Fajr: 04:48
Maghrib: 18:32
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23
8-Sep
Fajr: 04:48
Maghrib: 18:31
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24
9-Sep
Fajr: 04:48
Maghrib: 18:30
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25
10-Sep
Fajr: 04:49
Maghrib: 18:29
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26
11-Sep
Fajr: 04:49
Maghrib: 18:28
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27
12-Sep
Fajr: 04:49
Maghrib: 18:27
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28
13-Sep
Fajr: 04:50
Maghrib: 18:26
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29
14-Sep
Fajr: 04:50
Maghrib: 18:25
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30
15-Sep
Fajr: 04:50
Maghrib: 18:24
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About Safar
Significance & Historical Context
The primary lesson of Safar is 'Tawhid' (Oneness of God). It is a time to strengthen the belief that no day or month possesses inherent bad luck. The Prophet (PBUH) explicitly taught that time itself is a creation of Allah and contains no malice toward the believer.
Safar serves as a test of 'Husn al-Zann' (thinking well of Allah). While the world may view certain times as difficult, the believer sees every moment as an opportunity to practice 'Fa'l' (optimism) and reliance on the Divine Decree.
Recommended Acts
- Countering anxiety or superstition with extra Sadaqah (charity).
- Maintaining consistent Dhikr to strengthen the heart against cultural myths.
- Reciting 'La hawla wa la quwwata illa billah' to reaffirm that all power belongs to Allah.
Printable Safar Calendar
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Safar 1445 AH: Dates This Year
Safar 1445 AH runs from August 17, 2023 to September 15, 2023 (30 days), beginning on a Thursday.
Frequently Asked Questions about Safar
What is the month of Safar?
Safar is the second month of the Islamic (Hijri) calendar. Its name is derived from the Arabic word for 'whistling of the wind' or 'empty'. It is a month of spiritual significance, emphasizing the Oneness of Allah (Tawhid) and dispelling superstitions about bad luck.
What does the name 'Safar' mean?
The name Safar means 'whistling of the wind' or 'empty'. It reflects the pre-Islamic association with empty homes during travel or the sound of the wind, but in Islam the month holds no inherent negativity.
Why is Safar significant in Islam?
Safar teaches the core lesson of Tawhid (Oneness of God). The Prophet (PBUH) taught that no day or month possesses inherent bad luck; time is a creation of Allah and contains no malice. This month is an opportunity to strengthen faith and reject superstitions.
Are there any key nights or events in Safar?
There are no specific major religious events or nights prescribed in Safar. However, the month is known for the recommended practice of fasting the 'White Days' (13th, 14th, and 15th) to maintain spiritual momentum.
What are the recommended acts to perform in Safar?
Recommended acts include giving extra Sadaqah (charity) to counter anxiety or superstition, maintaining consistent Dhikr (remembrance of Allah) to strengthen the heart against cultural myths, and reciting 'La hawla wa la quwwata illa billah' to reaffirm that all power belongs to Allah. It is also a month to practice the Sunnah of traveling for knowledge and to start new ventures or marriages, debunking old superstitions.
How do the Gregorian dates for Safar change each year?
The Islamic calendar is lunar, so the month of Safar moves about 10 to 11 days earlier each year in the Gregorian calendar. This means its start date shifts annually.
