Saudi Arabia Calls for Ramadan Moon Sighting on February 28
Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court has invited citizens to sight the Ramadan crescent on February 28, while urging participation for religious observance. Similar efforts are underway in the UAE and Pakistan as communities prepare for the start of Ramadan, potentially on March 1.
Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court has announced that citizens should observe the crescent moon marking the beginning of Ramadan on the evening of February 28. The court has urged anyone who spots the moon, either with the naked eye or binoculars, to report their sighting to the nearest court or contact local centers established for this purpose. It has emphasized the importance of participation in this act of religious observance.
Furthermore, the court has expressed hope that those capable of sighting the moon will engage in this endeavor, as it is an act that is deemed righteous and beneficial to all Muslims. In the UAE, the International Astronomy Centre has indicated that Ramadan is likely to commence on March 1, according to the Khaleej Times.
In Pakistan, the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will convene in Peshawar on February 28 for the same purpose. The committee, led by Chairman Maulana Abdul Khabeer Azad, will hold its meeting post-Asr prayer, with the sighting determining the beginning of the fasting month for the nation.
In summary, the call by Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court for the sighting of the Ramadan moon on February 28 underscores the significance of this tradition within the Islamic faith. The engagement of citizens in this observance is highly encouraged, reflecting the communal aspect of religious practices. As various nations prepare for the holy month based on moon sighting, the anticipation for Ramadan continues to grow worldwide.
Original Source: www.thenews.com.pk
