September: Harvest or Corn Moon
The September Full Moon is usually the Harvest Moon, but this depends on the equinox. It is also called Full Corn Moon or Barley Moon.
Sunni Muslims observe the Prophet Muhammed's (also known as Mohammed or Muhammad) birthday on the 12th day of the Islamic month of Rabi' al-awwal, while Shi'a Muslims mark it on the 17th of this month. Muhammed is believed to be the last prophet.
Is The Prophet's Birthday a Public Holiday?
The Prophet's Birthday is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
The Prophet Muhammed was born in Mecca, a city in Saudi Arabia that is revered as holy by Muslims.
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About The Prophet's Birthday
Read more about The Prophet's Birthday.The Prophet's Birthday Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Mon | Dec 12 | The Prophet's Birthday | Public Holiday |
| 2017 | Fri | Dec 1 | The Prophet's Birthday | Public Holiday |
| 2018 | Wed | Nov 21 | The Prophet's Birthday | Public Holiday |
| 2019 | Sun | Nov 10 | The Prophet's Birthday | Public Holiday |
| 2020 | Thu | Oct 29 | The Prophet's Birthday | Public Holiday |
| 2021 | Tue | Oct 19 | The Prophet's Birthday | Public Holiday |
| 2022 | Sat | Oct 8 | The Prophet's Birthday | Public Holiday |
| 2023 | Wed | Sep 27 | The Prophet's Birthday | Public Holiday |
| 2024 | Mon | Sep 16 | The Prophet's Birthday | Public Holiday |
| 2025 | Fri | Sep 5 | The Prophet's Birthday | Public Holiday |
| 2026 | Wed | Aug 26 | The Prophet's Birthday | Public Holiday |
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