What is the Hijri calendar?

The Hijri (Islamic) calendar is a lunar calendar with 12 months totaling 354 or 355 days per year. It began with the Prophet Muhammad's migration (Hijra) from Mecca to Medina in 622 CE.

How do I convert Hijri to Gregorian dates?

You can use the formula: Gregorian year ≈ Hijri year × 0.970224 + 621.5709. For exact conversion, use an online tool like PrayerTimesInfo's Islamic Calendar which shows both dates automatically.

Why does the Islamic calendar differ from the Gregorian?

The Islamic calendar is based on lunar cycles (moon sightings), while the Gregorian calendar is solar. A lunar month is about 29.5 days, making the Islamic year approximately 11 days shorter than the solar year.

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