Muslims in Bahrain will fast for more than 14 hours during Ramadan this year, revealed the kingdom’s top astronomer.
As families across the world prepare for the second Ramadan amidst the Covid-19 pandemic, Bahrain Astronomical Society chairman professor Dr Waheeb Al Nasser said the Holy Month is astronomically forecast to begin on April 13, and last 30 days.
“The Ramadan crescent will be born on April 12 at 5.33am and will set at 6.20pm while the sun will set at 5.59pm which means that the crescent will remain on the horizon for 21 minutes,” he said.
“Viewing the crescent with the naked eye or the telescope will be extremely difficult; however, according to the unified Islamic calendar – which simulates the astronomical eye – the beginning of Ramadan is expected to be on April 13.
“Meanwhile, the Shawwal crescent (the month following Ramadan) will set at 6.53pm on May 12 while the sun will set at 6.14pm meaning that the crescent will remain in the horizon for 39 minutes and it is possible for experienced viewers to see it with the naked eye.
“According to the unified Islamic Calendar, the first day of Eid Al Fitr is expected to be on May 13.”
Dr Al Nasser added that on the first day of Ramadan, Muslims in Bahrain will fast for 14 hours and five minutes from 3.57am to 6.01pm while on the last day of Ramadan they will fast for 14 hours and 50 minutes, from 3.28am to 6.18pm.
He also highlighted that the Eid Al Fitr prayer will be held on May 13 at 5.16am.
The GDN reported yesterday that many facilities will reopen for those who are vaccinated or Covid-19 recovered from the first day of the Eid Al Fitr holiday following updated findings and data presented to the Government Executive Committee and the National Taskforce for Combating the Coronavirus (Covid-19).
The following attractions will be reopened to those who are 14 days past their second dose of approved Covid-19 vaccinations, those who recovered from the virus, and those below the age of 18 accompanied by parent or guardian: Cinemas, spas, indoor dining services, gyms, indoor swimming pools, indoor children’s play centres, indoor events and conference halls and fan attendance at sporting events.
Vaccination certificates can be presented via the ‘BeAware’ application and the measures are subject to a periodic review, in a manner that preserves the health and safety of all.
The taskforce highlighted that the recent marked increase in cases is due to complacency at social gatherings, underscoring the importance of registering to be vaccinated, non-participation in these social gatherings and following all health and precautionary measures.
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