The crescent of Shawwal was seen in Saudi Arabia. So the month of Ramadan ends and the month of Shawwal begins in Saudi Arabia. Accordingly, Eid al-Fitr or Eid al-Fitr is celebrated on April 21 in Saudi Arabia.
The crescent of Shawwal has not been sighted in the eastern regions of Saudi Arabia. The Supreme Court has been informed of this. If the moon is not seen in Saudi Arabia, Eid al-Fitr 2023 will fall on April 22. Final announcement awaits.
Amidst the search for the crescent of Shawwal in Saudi Arabia, two groups of astronomers have reportedly engaged in a heated argument with each other in Sudair. A few astronomers oppose the main moon-sighting committee in Sudair over some controversies. Stay here for live news updates on the 2023 Eid moon sighting in Saudi Arabia.
The sun is about to set in Saudi Arabia and the search for the crescent of Shawwal will start soon. Seeing the moon will determine the date of Eid al-Fitr in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Stay here with us for live news updates on moon sighting in Saudi Arabia.
According to astronomer Adel Al-Saadoun, it is unlikely that the Shawwal crescent will be seen in Saudi Arabia today. He was quoted as saying, “It is impossible to see the crescent moon this evening…and I challenge everyone who sees it to photograph it as evidence.” If the moon is not seen, Eid al-Fitr will be celebrated in Saudi Arabia on April 22.
Observers prepare to watch the Shawwal 1444 moon in Saudi Arabia. The moon is being watched to determine the date of Eid al-Fitr 2023 in Saudi Arabia. Watch this space for live news updates on moon sighting in Saudi Arabia.
Preparations are underway in Saudi Arabia for moon sighting in various locations. The sighting of the moon will determine the beginning of the month of Shawwal and the date of Eid al-Fitr 2023 in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. A final announcement is expected after sunset prayers. Watch this space to watch the Eid Al-Fitr 2023 moon to see live news updates from Saudi Arabia.
Riyadh, April 20: Muslims in Saudi Arabia will gather to watch the moon this evening. The process of observing the moon is taking place to determine the date of Eid 2023 in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Eid al-Fitr or Eid al-Fitr is one of the two biggest festivals celebrated by Muslims all over the world. Moreover, the sighting of the moon will mark the end of the current month of Ramadan and the beginning of the month of Shawwal 1444. Like every year, Recently It will provide live news updates on moon sighting in Eid 2023 in Saudi Arabia. Stay here with us to get instant and accurate live news updates from Saudi Arabia to watch the Eid crescent.
Eid is celebrated on the first day of the month of Shawwal, which begins after the end of Ramadan. Each month in the Islamic calendar, which is based on the lunar cycle, lasts either 29 or 30 days, depending on the sighting of the moon. On the 29th of every month, Muslims try to sight the moon. If the moon is seen, the current month ends and a new month begins. If the moon is not seen, the current month completes 30 days and Muslims welcome a new month after that. Eid date 2023 in India: When is the moon sighting on Eid Al-Fitr? Know the date of Ramadan Chand Raat and tentative dates for the Islamic festival.
Muslims in Saudi Arabia started fasting Ramadan from March 23. Accordingly, the 29th of Ramadan falls today, that is, the 20th of April. Therefore, the Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia has asked Muslims in Saudi Arabia to try to see the moon this evening and report their sighting, if any, to the nearest court. If the crescent of Shawwal is seen this evening, the month of Ramadan will end and the feast will be celebrated on April 21st, marking the beginning of the month of Shawwal. Islamic Calendar 2023: From Ramadan to Eid Al-Fitr and Bakrid, List of Islamic Eids, Events and Holidays and their Georgian and Hijri dates.
If no crescent sighting certificate is available, the 30-day month of Ramadan will be completed on April 21. In this case, Muslims will welcome Shawwal on April 22nd and celebrate Eid al-Fitr on the same day. Stay connected with us to get live news updates about Shawwal crescent sighting or moon sighting on Eid 2023 in Saudi Arabia.
(The above story first appeared on LastLY on April 20, 2023 05:16PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
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