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Independence Day in Libya

CalendarZ — Mon, 18 Feb 2019 08:55:18 +0000

The 24th of December marks the Libyan Independence Day. On that day in 1951, Libya proclaimed its sovereignty and announced the inauguration of the United Kingdom of Libya under the ascendancy of King Idris.

Liberation Day in Libya

CalendarZ — Mon, 18 Feb 2019 23:31:15 +0000

In Libya, the 23rd of October marks the Liberation Day, which commemorates the fall of Colonel Muammar Gaddafi following the Libyan Revolution in 2011. It is typically a public holiday, and is different from the Libyan Independence Day.

Martyrs' Day

CalendarZ — Sun, 17 Feb 2019 04:07:49 +0000

The Libyan Martyrs’ Day falls on the 16th of September of every year, and it commemorates the Libyans who perished during the Italian rule which ended in 1947, and those who died during the Libyan Civil War –also known as the Libyan Revolution– against Colonel Muammar Gaddafi in 2011.

Libyan Revolution

CalendarZ — Wed, 20 Feb 2019 01:38:54 +0000

The Libyan Civil War was instigated on the 15th of February, 2011 against Colonel Muammar Gaddafi. The armed clashes betwixt the protesters and security forces led to the Libyan Revolution on the 17th of February of the same year – following the footsteps of other Arab countries in the same period; demanding Gaddafi and his government to step down.

Labor Day (May)

CalendarZ — Wed, 20 Feb 2019 05:20:52 +0000

Many countries around the world celebrate Labor Day on the first day of May. However, the date is different in some countries. It is a public holiday dedicated to the celebration of workers’ contribution to the society, and it coincides with the beginning of spring.

Day of Arafah

CalendarZ — Mon, 18 Feb 2019 22:15:30 +0000

In the Islamic Lunar Calendar, the day of Arafa is a holy day that coincides with the 9th day of Dhu al-Hijjah. This is the second day of the pilgrimage and it is followed by the first day of Eid al-Adha.

Eid al-Adha

CalendarZ — Tue, 19 Feb 2019 16:13:13 +0000

Eid al-Adha (The Feast of Sacrifice) is one of the two main Islamic feasts (the other is Eid al-Fitr). This feast falls on the 10th day of the lunar month of Zul-Hijja and is the concluding act of pilgrimage taking place in Makkah. This feast is celebrated in honor of the Prophet Abraham's faith by sacrificing animals such as camels, goats and sheep in the path of Allah. The meat obtained from this sacrifice is divided into three portions of which one is for oneself, the other for family and friends and the third for the needy and the poor. The feast of Eid al-Adha is celebrated if one has made the pilgrimage or not.

Eid al-Fitr

CalendarZ — Sun, 17 Feb 2019 21:57:21 +0000

The happy celebration to mark the end of a beautiful month of Ramadan is known as Eid al-Fitr. The meaning of Fitr is “to break” that illustrates the breaking of the Feast period. Muslims forgive and forgot all past arguments and quarrels and celebrate it together with sweet dishes and other delicious meals.

Mawlid al-Nabi

CalendarZ — Mon, 18 Feb 2019 14:55:56 +0000

At the heart of every Muslim, the day of Mawlid al-Nabi (also spelled Al Mawlid an-Nabiwi) is of particular importance. Mawlid al-Nabi is the celebration of the birth of the last and final Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). On that day, Muslims get to meditate on the beautiful life of the Prophet (peace be upon him).

Muharram / Islamic New year

CalendarZ — Tue, 19 Feb 2019 17:12:18 +0000

Muharram is the first month of the Islamic calendar. It is also the beginning of a new Islamic year that many Muslims consider a cultural event. The Islamic New Year does not matter on the basis of religion. Nevertheless, many Muslims take this opportunity to remember the events of the life of the beloved Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). On that day, some also remember the Hegira of the Prophet (peace be upon him) and his companions to the city called Medina.