Saudi calls for Shawwal crescent sighting on Monday

$General view of muslims performing evening prayers at the Prophet\\'s Mosque on the eve of 27th Ramadan, during the holy month of Ramadan, in the holy city of Madina, Saudi Arabia, April 5, 2024. Saudi Press Agency/Handout via REUTERS$

General view of muslims performing evening prayers at the Prophet's Mosque on the eve of 27th Ramadan, during the holy month of Ramadan, in the holy city of Madina, Saudi Arabia, April 5, 2024. Saudi Press Agency/Handout via REUTERS

The court has urged those who are able to observe the crescent moon, either with the naked eye or through binoculars, to approach the nearest court and record their testimony

Staff Writer, Saudi Gazette

April 7, 2024

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General view of muslims performing evening prayers at the Prophet's Mosque on the eve of 27th Ramadan, during the holy month of Ramadan, in the holy city of Madina, Saudi Arabia, April 5, 2024. Saudi Press Agency/Handout via REUTERS

The Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia has issued a call to all Muslims within the Kingdom to attempt the sighting of the Shawwal moon on the evening of Monday, Ramadan 29, 1445 Hijri, which falls on April 8, 2024.

The court has urged those who are able to observe the crescent moon, either with the naked eye or through binoculars, to approach the nearest court and record their testimony.

Additionally, the Supreme Court has encouraged individuals who are capable of participating in the crescent sighting to join the designated committees established in various regions.

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