'Taqwa is to fear the Almighty; to act upon the revelation; to be content with little & to prepare for the day of travel' -Ali bin Abi Talib-


Saturday, August 27, 2011

according to federation of islamic associations of NZ



Dear Brothers and Sisters in Islam
Assalaam Alaykum Wa Rahmatullah Wa Barakatahu
I pray that by the Grace of Almighty Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta'ala, this note reaches you in the very best of health and highest of Islamic spirits.
As we are nearing towards the end of Ramadhan, it is will be soon time for us to sight the moon for Shawaal.
This year 29th Ramadhan corresponds with 29th August 2011 when the moon sighting is anticipated for the month of Shawwal. The new moon will be born on Monday, 29th August at 3:04 pm and will set a few minutes after the sunset. Our experience with sighting the new crescent suggests that the crescent will not be visible due to its size, position and proximity of setting time. In New Zealand, the new crescent of Shawaal is not likely to be visible even via using high quality telescopes or other optical instruments.
Based on all the astronomical information and our experience in this regard, we envisage completing 30 days of fasting and most likelycelebrating Eid ul Fitr on Wednesday, 31st August 2011. Any developments contrary to this will be announced as required.
link : fianz eid 2011 information 






ramadhan nearly ends
& the fact that my family celebrates eid mubarak 1st
 just make me even sadder
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