Why do Islamic dates change each year?

Islamic dates follow the Hijri lunar calendar, which has 354-355 days per year (about 11 days shorter than the Gregorian calendar). This means Islamic events shift approximately 11 days earlier each Gregorian year.

How accurate are these Islamic dates?

Our dates are calculated using astronomical algorithms. However, some Islamic dates (like Ramadan) are traditionally determined by moon sighting, which may vary by 1-2 days depending on location and religious authority.

What are the main Islamic events in August 2042?

The main Islamic events in August 2042 include: Birth of Imam al-Mahdi (as), Beginning of the Major Occultation, Death of Khadijah al-Kubra (as), and 3 more events.

2042 Calendar

Shia Calendar August 2042

View the complete Shia calendar for August 2042. This month features 6 significant Islamic dates observed by Shia Muslims worldwide, with accurate Hijri to Gregorian date conversions for your planning needs.

Last updated: February 22, 2026

Summary

August 2042 contains 6 Shia Islamic events. This includes 2 commemorations marking solemn remembrances. There are 2 celebrations during this month. All dates show both Hijri and Gregorian equivalents.

•6 Shia Islamic events in August 2042
•2 commemorations this month
•2 celebrations this month
•All dates in Hijri and Gregorian formats
•Events can be added to your personal calendar

Shia Calendar for August 2042

The Shia calendar for August 2042 shows all Islamic events falling within this Gregorian month. Because the Islamic Hijri calendar is lunar-based (354-355 days per year), the specific events in any given Gregorian month change from year to year. This page shows exactly which Shia religious dates occur during August 2042.

All Events in August 2042

2Aug

Celebration

Birth of Imam al-Mahdi (as)

On July 29, AD 869, Imam Mahdi was born amid divine light, testifying to God's oneness, prophets' prophethood, and ancestors' Imamate while bowing toward the qiblah. Angels descended to congratulate Imam Hasan, and the infant recited holy books of past prophets. Archangel Rizwan washed him, Imam Hasan transferred wilayah and recited adhan. Green birds (angels led by Gabriel) took the newborn to God's Throne, where He affirmed Mahdi's role as the last proof, promising justice through him.

15 Sha'ban 1464 AH

2Aug

Event

Beginning of the Major Occultation

The Major Occultation began in 328 A.H. after Ali bin Muhammad Samari's death, with deputyship passing to great jurists; the Imam communicated via letters and audiences to Shia scholars like Shaykh Mufeed. Hypocrites like Ahmad bin Hilal, Hasan Sharii, Husain bin Mansur al Hallaj, and Muhammad bin Ali Shalmaghani falsely claimed deputyship due to jealousy or greed, promoting deviations and facing curses or execution. H

15 Sha'ban 1464 AH

26Aug

Commemoration

Death of Khadijah al-Kubra (as)

Khadīja bt. Khuwaylid (a), known as Khadīja al-Kubrā (a) and Umm al-Mu'minīn, was the first wife of Prophet Muhammad (s) and mother of Lady Fatima (a). She married him 15 years before Bi'tha (595 CE) and was the first woman to convert to Islam, dedicating her wealth to its expansion. The Prophet (s) did not marry another during her lifetime and always praised her. She died in 4 BH/619 in Mecca and is buried in al-Ma'lat Cemetery in Mount al-Hajun.

10 Ramadan 1464 AH

30Aug

Commemoration

Death of Mukhtar al-Thaqafi (ra)

The article defends Mukhtar al-Thaqafi's character against controversies, portraying him as a loyal Shi'a revolutionary who avenged Imam Husayn's killers, uplifted the underprivileged, and promoted social equality in seventh-century Iraq. Accusations of heresy, founding sects like the Kaysaniyyah, and falsely naming Muhammad ibn al-Hanafiyyah as Mahdi are dismissed as Umayyad propaganda. Mukhtar's bravery, honor, and generosity are highlighted, emphasizing his focus on justice over doctrinal innovation.

14 Ramadan 1464 AH

31Aug

Celebration

Birth Imam al-Hassan (as)

Fatima az-Zahra gave birth to Imam Hasan on Ramadhan 15, 3 A.H., with Asma Bint Umais present. Despite the Prophet's instruction against wrapping the baby in yellow cloth, it happened unintentionally. Upon return, the Prophet removed it, wrapped him in white, and named him Al-Hasan following divine revelation via Gabriel, adapting Haroun's son's name Shubbar to Arabic. He performed Adhan and Iqamah, and on the seventh day sacrificed rams, shaved the head, gave charity, and rejected the blood custom.

15 Ramadan 1464 AH

31Aug

Event

Departure of Muslim bin Aqil to Kufa

Al Husayn dispatches Muslim Ibn Aqil to Kufa to assess support, facing journey perils where guides die of thirst; Muslim expresses doubt but continues after Al Husayn's urging. In Kufa, 18,000 Shia pledge allegiance to Al Husayn via Muslim. Governor al-Numan warns against rebellion. Reports reach Yazid, who appoints Ubayd Allah Ibn Ziyad as governor. Ubayd Allah arrives veiled, mistaken for Al Husayn, and enters the palace despite resistance.