Muharram 1, 1434 is Thursday, November 15, 2012.

The Chicago Hilal Team would like to welcome the month of Muharram and the year 1434 Hijri. There were multiple authentic sighting reports in North America including Texas, California and Trinidad on Wednesday, November 14, 2012 (Dhul-Hijjah 29, 1433). Consequently, Dhul-Hijjah will complete with 29 days, and Muharram begins at Maghrib on Wednesday, November 14, 2012. The 1st of Muharram is Thursday, November 15, 2012.

The Chicago Hilal Team would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year! May Allah subhanahu wa ta’ala make this a year of blessings for you and your family.