By Dr. N. T. Jiwaji,
ntjiwaji@yahoo.com
This month once again thousands of eyes will be turned upwards in the west horizon looking for a sacred celestial body. The Moon is the closest celestial body and continually in our eyes at night shifting position and changing shape as it orbits the Earth.
The sight of one particular shape, the First Crescent marks the beginning of the month in many cultures that use the lunar calendar. Muslims will be awaiting the First Crescent to mark the end of Ramdhan fasting and celebrate Idd the following day.
This month the First Crescent is expected to occur on either Thursday 17th or Friday 18th July.
There is uncertainty in our ability to see the First Crescent because it is a very thin crescent that appears very close to the west horizon within the glowing atmosphere around the just set Sun. To read more CLICK HERE
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