The Crescent Moon of the Month of Dhu al-Qidah, 1447 A.H.

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To the respected believers in North America,

The Moon-Sighting Committee of the Council of Shia Muslim Scholars of North America announces that Sunday, April 19th, 2026, will be the first day of Dhu al-Qidah, 1447 A.H., for the entire region of North America.

This determination is based on the fact that there were no verified sightings of the crescent moon by the naked eye at sunset on Friday, April 17th, 2026, in any of the regions of North America. Therefore, Saturday, April 18th, 2026, will be the last day of Shawwal, 1447 A.H.

We ask God, the Most High, to bless you and your families, accept your deeds, and to hasten the Return of Our Master, Imam Mahdi (p).

Moon-Sighting Committee

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