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UAE Council For Fatwa Organises Al Shawwaf Forum To

Discuss Crescent Sighting Practices

By OneArabia
Published: Thursday, February 6, 2025, 10:38 [GST] The UAE Council for Fatwa is organising the "Al Shawwaf

Forum" on crescent sighting. This event, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, will

occur on 17th February at Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi. It will gather experts and institutions from both national and
international spheres, focusing on Sharia, astronomy, and legal matters to foster enriching discussions.

Sheikh Abdullah bin Bayyah, Chairman of the UAE Council for Fatwa, expressed gratitude to His Highness Sheikh

Mansour for his support. He stated, "This patronage reflects His Highness’s unwavering commitment to supporting

The forum's primary goal is to improve coordination with relevant authorities. By doing so, it aims to unify national
initiatives that strengthen national institutions in fulfilling their roles and responsibilities." The forum aligns with efforts to
enhance scientific research and develop policies related to crescent sighting.
perspectives on crescent observation and verification according to global best practices. This initiative seeks to ensure
both Sharia and scientific precision in preparation for Ramadan 1446 AH – 2025 AD.

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