“Understanding the Hijri Calendar: Its History and Key Islamic Dates for 1447–1448 AH (2026)”
Published on January 11, 2026
By The Islam Shop
Hijrah
Islamic History
Islamic Heritage
Ashura
Muslim Annual Planning
Seerah of the Prophet ﷺ
Islamic Holidays
Lunar Calendar
Islamic Dates
Laylatul Qadr
Eid ul Fitr
Islamic Calendar
Annual Leave Planning
Ramadan 2026
Hajj
Islamic Events 2026
Hijri Calendar
Sahaba
Moon Sighting
Islamic Timekeeping
Sacred Months in Islam
Eid ul Adha
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The Hijri calendar is more than a method of marking time — it is a spiritual framework rooted in sacrifice, faith, and divine purpose. Established during the caliphate of ʿUmar ibn al-Khaṭṭāb رضي الله عنه, it begins with the Hijrah of the Prophet ﷺ, a moment that transformed Islamic history. This article explores the origins of the Hijri calendar and presents a carefully organised list of key Islamic dates for 1447–1448 AH (2026), offering both historical insight and practical guidance for planning worship, reflection, and daily life.
Read moreThe Hejaz Railway and Sultan AbdulHamid II
Published on April 16, 2020
By The Islam Shop
Medinah
Islamic World
Mecca
Umrah
Hijaz
Ottoman
Train
Hejaz
Hajj
Abdul Hamid
Built upon the order of Ottoman ruler Sultan Abdulhamid II, the Hejaz Railway provided a modern means to transport pilgrims to Mecca and Medina by replacing old camel caravans as well as served to strengthen relations in the Islamic world.”
Read moreO Traveller to the Haram! Part I
Published on July 10, 2019
By Mawlana Ismail
Mecca
Umrah
Hajj
Mina
Every year, over two million Muslim pilgrims from around the world descend on Mecca to perform the Hajj. With the convenience of modern air travel, a journey that once took months on camelback can now be completed within hours. Last year, 94 percent of international pilgrims travelled to Mecca by plane, five percent by land and one percent by sea. This article give profound advice on how we can make the most of Hajj
Read moreTwo Points of Neglect During Hajj
Published on July 10, 2019
By The Islam Shop
Hajj
Guides
Throughout the world, thousands are graced every year by Allāh ta'ālā to carry out one of the greatest obligations and worships hajj.
Read more'Īd-ul-Adhā
Published on July 5, 2019
By Hadhrat Mawlānā Muhammad Saleem Dhorat hafizahullāh
Eid
Hajj
Photo by Benjamin Voros on Unsplash
The nights of both 'Īds are described in the hadīth as amongst the great and sacred nights in the Muslim calendar. To remain awake on the nights of 'Īd and perform 'ibādah is a source of great virtue and reward.
Read moreBefore Hajj - Introductory Advices
Published on June 27, 2019
By Hadhrat Mawlānā Muhammad Saleem Dhorat hafizahullāh
Hajj
Guides
Photo by Adli Wahid on Unsplash
Hajj is an invitation from the Lord of all the Worlds to visit His Sacred House and an opportunity for us to correct the shortcomings and faults we find in our lives. All intending pilgrims should be focused on the great journey that awaits them and prepare for it as best as possible. In addition to the essential task of learning the injunctions of Hajj, there are a number of other points that should be given special attention by all those who are about to become the Guests of Allāh ta'ālā.
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