Review:
Islamic Calendar
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The Islamic calendar, also known as the Hijri or Lunar calendar, is a lunar calendar consisting of 12 months in a year of 354 or 355 days.
Key Features
- Based on the phases of the moon
- Used by Muslims worldwide to determine religious holidays and events
- Has a different starting point than the Gregorian calendar
Pros
- Provides a way for Muslims to organize their religious obligations and events
- Cultural significance in Islamic communities worldwide
Cons
- Can cause confusion when trying to coordinate with the Gregorian calendar
- Not widely used outside of Muslim communities