Sight the hilal of Sha’ban this Thursday after maghrib in the US.
The Prophet ﷺ called Sha’ban his month. Seek the blessings of Sha’ban by refreshing your knowledge of the Seerah and fast more than you usually do, even if it’s just a day more.
May Allah bless us and accept our efforts in Sha’ban, and allow us to reach Ramadan.
Contemplating Allah’s ayat (signs) in the natural world is therapeutic, but more importantly, beneficial to our iman (faith).
Abu Darda (ra) was a companion of the Messenger of Allah ﷺ who was distinguished by his love of deep reflection and contemplation. Abu Darda said, “Contemplating for an hour is better than praying all night.”
The purpose of meditation is to give you a sense of peace, balance, and connect you with your inner self.
In contrast, the purpose of an Islamically-based contemplation and reflection is to connect you with the Source of peace and balance, Allah subhanAllah wa ta’ala!
The intention makes all the difference because “actions are but by their intentions, and every person will have that which they intended.” (Bukhari)
Happy Hijri New Year! It’s time to sight the hilal for Muharram 1446 inshaAllah.
On Saturday, 6 July 2024, the hilal should be visible for much of the US, Central America, and northern parts of South America inshaAllah. The whole world will be able to see the hilal on Sunday, 7 July 2024 inshaAllah.