SINGAPORE, Feb 17 (Bernama) -- Singapore will observe the beginning of Ramadan on Thursday, Feb 19, said the Mufti of Singapore, Dr Nazirudin Mohd Nasir.
He said that, according to astronomical calculations, the crescent of Ramadan is not visible above Singapore's horizon at sunset this evening, as the moon sets four minutes before the sun.
Nazirudin said Wednesday marks the completion of the month of Syaaban at 30 days.
"Therefore, I am pleased to declare that the beginning of Ramadan for the year 1447H falls on the day after tomorrow, Thursday, Feb 19, 2026,” he said in a statement on Tuesday.
The mufti also wished the entire Muslim community in Singapore a blessed Ramadan.
“Let us seize this precious opportunity to strengthen our faith and devotion to Allah s.w.t. through steadfast worship, gratitude, graciousness and giving in our interactions with one another,” he added.
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