Al-Hilal

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This journal focuses on the intersection of Islamic religious practices and scientific methodologies, particularly in astronomy and timekeeping. It examines the determination of prayer times, the direction of the Qibla, and the beginning of the Islamic lunar calendar, often comparing traditional methods with modern scientific calculations and technologies. The journal also explores historical and cultural aspects of Islamic astronomy and calendar systems.

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