Safar (Noun)
Meaning
The second month of the Islamic calendar.
Classification
Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.
Examples
- The Islamic calendar's second month, Safar, is considered an unlucky month by some Muslims.
- Safar is the month when the Prophet Muhammad's grandson, Imam Hussein, was martyred in Karbala.
- Many Muslims fast during the month of Safar to atone for their sins.
- The month of Safar is also known for its historical significance in the Islamic world.
- In some Muslim cultures, people avoid getting married or starting new businesses during the month of Safar.