Question 1

What is the Islamic date today in Korea, South?

Accepted Answer

Today's Islamic date in Korea, South, Korea, South is 5 Dhu al-Hijjah 1447. The corresponding Gregorian date is May 22, 2026. Islamic dates in Korea, South are based on the Muslim World League and may vary by 1 day depending on local moon sighting.

Question 2

What is the Hijri year right now?

Accepted Answer

The current Hijri year is 1447 AH (After Hijrah). The Islamic new year 1447 started on June 26, 2025 (1st Muharram 1447). The Hijri calendar began from the migration (Hijrah) of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) from Makkah to Madinah in 622 CE. In Korea, South, we are currently in the month of Dhu al-Hijjah 1447.

Question 3

Why does the Islamic date differ by country?

Accepted Answer

Islamic dates can differ by 1-2 days between countries because of two main reasons. First, some countries like Saudi Arabia follow local moon sighting with the naked eye, while others use astronomical calculations. Second, the new crescent moon becomes visible at different times in different parts of the world due to geographical location and weather. That's why the Islamic date in Korea, South (5 Dhu al-Hijjah 1447) may differ slightly from other regions.

Question 4

What are the 12 months of the Islamic calendar?

Accepted Answer

The 12 months of the Islamic (Hijri) calendar are: 1. Muharram, 2. Safar, 3. Rabi ul Awal, 4. Rabi ul Thani, 5. Jumada al-Ula, 6. Jumada al-Thani, 7. Rajab, 8. Sha'ban, 9. Ramadan, 10. Shawwal, 11. Dhul Qi'dah, and 12. Dhul Hijjah. Currently in Korea, South, the Islamic month is Dhu al-Hijjah.

Question 5

What dua should I read when seeing the new moon?

Accepted Answer

When sighting the new crescent moon at the start of any Islamic month, the Sunnah dua is: "اللَّهُمَّ أَهِلَّهُ عَلَيْنَا بِالْيُمْنِ وَالْإِيمَانِ وَالسَّلَامَةِ وَالْإِسْلَامِ رَبِّي وَرَبُّكَ اللَّهُ" — meaning: "O Allah, bring it over us with blessing and faith, and security and Islam. My Lord and your Lord is Allah." (Tirmidhi 3451). This dua applies to Muslims in Korea, South and worldwide at the beginning of each Hijri month.

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