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.
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