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First Day Timings (Feb 19) – All Fiqh Comparison
Complete Fiqh Comparison – February 19, 2026
| Fiqh | Fajr (Sehar) | Sunrise | Dhuhr | Asr | Maghrib (Iftar) | Isha |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hanafi | 05:44 AM | 07:08 AM | 12:31 PM | 04:15 PM | 06:14 PM | 07:34 PM |
| Shafi’i | 05:38 AM | 07:08 AM | 12:31 PM | 03:45 PM | 06:14 PM | 07:28 PM |
| Maliki | 05:38 AM | 07:08 AM | 12:31 PM | 03:45 PM | 06:14 PM | 07:28 PM |
| Hanbali | 05:38 AM | 07:08 AM | 12:31 PM | 03:45 PM | 06:14 PM | 07:28 PM |
| Shia (Jafari) | 05:52 AM | 07:08 AM | 12:31 PM | 04:00 PM | 06:19 PM | 07:44 PM |
Note: Shia (Jafari) Fiqh uses 16° for Fajr, 14° for Isha, and 4° for Maghrib. Asr time differs based on shadow length (1x vs 2x object height).
Complete Ramadan Calendar 2026
Important Dates 2026 – All Fiqh
- February 19: First Ramadan (Thursday) – All Fiqh
- February 27: First Friday (Jumu’ah) – All Fiqh
- February 28: Battle of Badr (10 Ramadan) – Sunni Fiqh
- March 5: Birth of Imam Hassan (AS) (15 Ramadan) – Shia & Sunni
- March 11-19: Last ten nights – Seek Laylat al-Qadr – All Fiqh
- March 17: 27 Ramadan – Most likely Laylat al-Qadr – All Fiqh
- March 19/20: Chaand Raat and Eid al-Fitr – Date may vary by 1 day between regions
Understanding the Five Schools of Fiqh
Islamic jurisprudence (Fiqh) has five major schools. Prayer times vary slightly between them due to different interpretations of Quranic verses and Hadith regarding twilight angles and shadow length.
● Hanafi
Followed by majority in South Asia (Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Turkey). Uses 18° for Fajr/Isha. Asr when shadow is 2x object height. Largest Muslim population globally.
● Shafi’i
Followed in Indonesia, Malaysia, Egypt, Yemen, East Africa, Southern India. Uses 18° or 19° for Fajr. Asr when shadow equals object height. Official method in many Arab countries.
● Maliki
Followed in North Africa (Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Sudan, Mauritania). Similar to Shafi’i in calculation. Emphasizes community practice (Amal) alongside texts.
● Hanbali
Followed in Saudi Arabia (official), Qatar, UAE. Uses 18° or 19° angles. Most conservative in methodology. Official Saudi method uses Umm al-Qura calculations.
● Shia (Jafari)
Followed by Shia Muslims worldwide (Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Pakistan, India). Uses 16° for Fajr, 14° for Isha, 4° for Maghrib. Midnight from Maghrib to Fajr. Asr at 4/7th of day length.
Calculation Methods Explained
- Karachi (Pakistan): 18° Fajr, 18° Isha. Used in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh.
- Makkah (Saudi): 18.5° Fajr, 90 min after Maghrib for Isha. Used in Saudi Arabia.
- ISNA (North America): 15° Fajr, 15° Isha. Used in USA, Canada.
- Muslim World League: 18° Fajr, 17° Isha. Used in Europe, Far East.
- Egypt: 19.5° Fajr, 17.5° Isha. Used in Egypt, Sudan, some African countries.
- Tehran/Jafari: 17.5° Fajr, 14° Isha, 4.5° Maghrib. Used in Iran, Shia communities.
Ramadan in Mirpur – Complete Guide
Sehar (Suhoor) Guidelines
Wake up 45 minutes before Fajr. Eat complex carbohydrates: oats, whole wheat bread, eggs. Drink 2-3 glasses water. Avoid salty foods. Popular spots: Allah Malik Hotel, New Mirpur Restaurant. Hanafi Fajr is latest (5:44 AM), Shia Fajr is 5:52 AM on Feb 19.
Iftar Traditions
Break fast at Maghrib (6:14 PM Hanafi/Shafi/Maliki/Hanbali, 6:19 PM Shia). Start with dates and Rooh Afza or juice. Traditional Iftar: pakoras, samosas, fruit chaat, dahi baray. Major gatherings at Markazi Jamia Masjid, Gulzar-e-Madina, community centers in all sectors.
Mosques by Fiqh
Hanafi/Shafi: Markazi Jamia Masjid, Gulzar-e-Madina, Madni Masjid.
Shia (Jafari): Imambargah Shah Najaf, Imambargah Bait-ul-Hussain.
All mosques have ladies’ sections. Taraweeh (8 or 20 rak’ahs) starts 15 min after Isha. Shia mosques hold special Majalis and Shab-e-Dari.
Fiqh Differences to Note
Hanafi Asr is ~30 min later than Shafi/Maliki/Hanbali. Shia Fajr is ~8 min earlier than Hanafi. Shia Maghrib is ~5 min later. Shia Isha is ~10 min later. These differences are normal and all are valid. Follow your family’s tradition or local mosque.
Health & Exemptions
Those with chronic illnesses, elderly, pregnant/breastfeeding women, travelers are exempt. Must make up later (Qada) or pay Fidyah if unable. Mirpur District Hospital and private clinics (Al-Shifa, City Hospital) provide care. Stay hydrated between Iftar and Sehar.
Charity & Community
Support local charities: Al-Khidmat Foundation, AJK Relief Trust, Shia welfare organizations. Zakat al-Fitr: PKR 200-250 per person or 2.5kg wheat (before Eid). Volunteer at Iftar distribution points. All Fiqh schools emphasize charity in Ramadan equally.