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The Gregorian calendar is based on the solar year, whereas the Hijri calendar is based on the lunar year. It is for this reason that the beginning of Ramadan every year differs in relation to the Gregorian calendar, and as a result of that it moves through the four seasons. Why does the start of Ramadan change every year? Because Ramadan depends on the lunar calendar, it changes every year, much like Easter. Ramadan is always the ninth month of the Islamic calendar Ramadan is the holiest month in the Islamic calendar and fasting during the month is one of the five pillars of the religion. The Islamic calendar is based on lunar cycles, not the Gregorian Ramadan is not uniformly observed globally — the start date can vary by country or even be different mosque to mosque in the same city for a variety of reasons. But it all starts with a sighting The date for Ramadan changes every year as the Islamic calendar follows the phases of the moon, known as the lunar cycle. That means that in 2025, Ramadan will start on Friday, February 28 when the moon can be seen in Mecca, the holiest city in Islam. Ramadan will last 30 days ending on Sunday, March, 30 when Eid al-Fitr will be celebrated. The exact dates of Ramadan change every year, due to the calendar being based on the cycles of the moon. Ramadan begins when the new moon appears. When the Moon is full, it is the middle of the month of Ramadan, and when the Moon falls on the other side, the month of Ramadan ends. Why Does the Date of Ramadan Change Every Year? Since the Islamic lunar calendar is shorter than the solar year, Ramadan advances by approximately 10-12 days each year. This ensures that over time, Muslims experience Ramadan in different seasons, reflecting the diverse conditions in which Muslims live around the world. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, and is often considered one of the holiest months of the year. The Islamic calendar is based on lunar (moon) cycles, which means the exact Ramadan's position in the Gregorian calendar is constantly changing due to the "unfixed" manner in which the days and months of the year are drawn out. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar; the month cycles through the seasons. The start of the month traditionally depends on the sighting of the crescent moon. This year, the first day is expected to be on or around March 1. Ramadan comes at a different time every year because it is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, a date-keeping system based on lunar cycles, unlike the Gregorian calendar (the one used by most Ramadan is not uniformly observed globally — the start date can vary by country or even be different mosque to mosque in the same city for a variety of reasons. But it all starts with a sighting Why does the date change? Ramadan is bound by a lunar calendar, and the Islamic calendar has 11 fewer days than the Gregorian one. This means Ramadan cycles between each of the seasons by moving back roughly 11 days each year–which makes fasting way more difficult during the summer months when days can last up to 20 hours. Remember the Islam adopts the lunar calendar, and as such Ramadan continually changes from year to year. Islamic calendar or Hijri calendar is a 355 or 354 days’ moon calendar, roughly 10 to 12 days less than the solar calendar. So, why two Ramadans? Ramadan dates change every year. Credit: Canva Pro. Here’s the kicker: the Islamic year consists of 354 or 355 days, and because Ramadan lasts about 29-30 days, it slowly shifts through the seasons. So, why two Ramadans? Ramadan dates change every year. Credit: Canva Pro. Here’s the kicker: the Islamic year consists of 354 or 355 days, and because Ramadan lasts about 29-30 days, it slowly shifts through the seasons. Why does Ramadan change dates every year? A purely lunar year is about 11 days shorter than the solar year. As a result, Ramadan (the ninth lunar month) shifts roughly 11 days earlier each solar year, cycling through all seasons over a 33-year period. What are the four sacred months in Islam? The Islamic calendar’s reliance on the lunar cycle, combined with the Earth’s orbit and atmospheric conditions, leads to the gradual shift of Ramadan dates earlier in the Gregorian calendar. Despite the challenges posed by this cyclical movement, Ramadan remains a time of spiritual renewal and communal solidarity for Muslims worldwide So, why two Ramadans in one year? Ramadan dates change every year. (credit: Canva Pro) Here’s the kicker: the Islamic year consists of 354 or 355 days, and because the Holy Month lasts about 29-30 days, it slowly shifts through the seasons. Here is the thing about Ramadan: it is based on the lunar calendar, which is shorter than the Gregorian calendar. Means Ramadan shifts forward by about 10 to 12 days each year. In 2024, it began on Tuesday, March 12. So, it is always a bit of a moving target.
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