The AD to Hijri Converter enables users to convert dates between the Gregorian calendar (Anno Domini – AD) and the Islamic Hijri calendar. This is particularly useful for individuals observing Islamic events or managing schedules across both systems.
The Hijri calendar is a lunar calendar used by Muslims worldwide to determine religious events and holidays. It consists of 12 lunar months in a year of approximately 354 or 355 days, making it shorter than the Gregorian calendar.
- Users input a date in either AD or Hijri format. - The system applies astronomical calculations and fixed algorithms to map the date between the two calendars. - It provides the accurate equivalent date in the other format.
- Conversion from AD to Hijri and vice versa. - Supports leap years and month/day variations. - Provides results in both Arabic and standard numeral formats (if needed). - Easy-to-use date picker and clear display of results.
- Identifying Islamic holidays like Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr, and Hajj. - Planning religious observances and events. - Historical research involving Islamic and Western records. - Multinational schedule synchronization.
This converter simplifies the process of switching between Gregorian and Hijri calendars, ensuring accuracy and ease of use for both everyday and religious purposes. It’s ideal for students, scholars, travelers, and religious observers.