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Get ready for a fresh start with Amun Jadid, which occurs on July 8! This important day marks the Islamic New Year and is packed full of history and cultural significance. The phrase "Amun Jadid" literally translates to "New Year" in Arabic, and is a time when millions of people across the world celebrate the journey of the Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Medina in 622 CE. This pivotal event in Islamic history marks the start of the Islamic lunar calendar. It's a time of reflection, resolution, and renewal. So let's embrace the beauty of new beginnings and celebrate Amun Jadid!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>622 CE</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Hijra: The Prophet's Journey</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Prophet Muhammad moved from Mecca to Medina in 622 CE, an event known as Hijra that marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>638 CE</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of Islamic Calendar</div><div class='timeline-text'>Caliph Umar ibn al-Khattab formally establishes the Hijri calendar, with the Hijra as its starting point.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>900s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Spread of Islamic New Year Observance</div><div class='timeline-text'>As the Islamic civilization expands, the observance of the Islamic New Year spread across different regions.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1948</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Recognition by United Nations</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations recognized the Islamic calendar, highlighting its importance in the cultural and religious practices of Muslims worldwide.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1974</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Worldwide Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the establishment of World Islamic Day in 1974, global recognition and understanding of Islamic New Year and its significance grew.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2022</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Global Celebrations</div><div class='timeline-text'>Across the globe, Muslims and non-Muslims alike continue to mark Amun Jadid with reflection, celebration, and hopes for a prosperous new year.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Reflect on the past, plan for the future</h3><p class='facts-text'>Just like how many people see the start of a new calendar year as an opportunity to set resolutions and goals, use the start of the Islamic New Year as a time of self-reflection. Look back on the past year, consider what you've learned, and think about what you hope to achieve in the year to come.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Host a traditional meal</h3><p class='facts-text'>Celebrate Amun Jadid by making some delicious traditional food dishes with family or friends. Besides having a great meal, it’s also a wonderful time to reconnect with each other and discuss the importance of this special day in your culture.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Visit a mosque</h3><p class='facts-text'>The mosque is a big part of the Islamic faith. On Amun Jadid, many members of the community visit their local mosque for prayer, reflection, and fellowship. It's also common to hear a message from an Imam about the significance of Amun Jadid.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Donate to charity</h3><p class='facts-text'>Make a donation to a charity of your choice. Charitable giving, or Zakat, is one of the Five Pillars of Islam and a wonderful way to celebrate Amun Jadid. The act of giving not only helps those in need but also contributes to your own personal growth and spiritual cleaning.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Attend cultural events and understanding</h3><p class='facts-text'>Many towns and communities organize cultural events for Amun Jadid emphasizing on the beauty of Islamic culture. Attend lectures, performances, and community get-together. It's a great opportunity to learn more about Islamic history and traditions, and to promote understanding between cultures.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>A time for Reflection and Personal Growth</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The Islamic New Year, Amun Jadid, marks a season of introspection and personal development. It presents a unique opportunity for individuals to ponder about the past, plan for the future, and set resolutions that encourage growth and improvement.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promotes Cultural Significance and Interpretation</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Amun Jadid is packed with rich history and cultural significance. By observing this occasion, individuals are allowed to reconnect with their roots, understand the importance of Islamic history and traditions, and promote intercultural comprehension.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Emphasizes Community and Charity</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Amun Jadid is not just about individual reflection, it also highlights the importance of community and charitable acts as evidenced by community gatherings, events, hosting traditional meals, and visiting mosques. It teaches the value of generous giving which is a key principle in Islam, thereby enhancing solidarity among its observers.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Amun Jadid Celebrates the Beginning of Hijri Calendar</h3><p class='facts-content'>Amun Jadid is a celebration of the start of the Hijri or Islamic calendar, which began with the migration, or Hijra, of the Prophet Muhammad and his followers from Mecca to Medina in 622 CE.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Amun Jadid is Not Universally Celebrated on the Same Day</h3><p class='facts-content'>The date for Amun Jadid varies each year and from country to country because it is based on the phases of the moon. Some communities may celebrate it as per the global moon sighting whereas others follow local sightings.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Amun Jadid is Marked by Religious Reflection Rather Than Festivities</h3><p class='facts-content'>Unlike some other Islamic holidays, Amun Jadid is not celebrated with grand festivities. Instead, it is a time for quiet reflection, prayer and setting goals for the New Year.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Islamic Calendar is Lunar and Shorter Than the Gregorian Calendar</h3><p class='facts-content'>The Islamic lunar calendar is approximately 11 days shorter than the solar Gregorian calendar used in the Western world, hence the date of Amun Jadid moves ahead each year.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Amun Jadid is Recognized but Not a Public Holiday in All Countries</h3><p class='facts-content'>While Amun Jadid marks the New Year in the Islamic calendar and is recognized by Muslims globally, it is not a public holiday in all countries. Each country, and in some cases different regions within a country, has its own rules relating to observance.</p></div></div>
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