Lunar Calendar Basics for 2025 The Islamic calendar follows the moon’s phases, with each month starting when the first crescent appears after a new moon. This lunar year runs about 354 days – roughly 11 days shorter than the Gregorian calendar we use daily. This difference explains why Ramadan shifts earlier each year in our standard calendar. The moon doesn’t just determine Islamic observances; it also sets Easter’s date for Christians worldwide. Ramadan 2025: When Will It Begin? Ramadan 2025 will likely start on either Saturday, March 1, or Sunday, March 2, 2025. The exact date depends on when observers … Continue reading 2025 Ramadan and Easter Dates: Rare Moon Alignment, Blood Eclipse During Holy Month