The lunar Islamic calendar does not correspond with the solar calendar. To avoid confusion, many Muslims refer to a dual-date calendar: with both Gregorian dates and the anticipated Islamic dates. These calendars are functional, and beautiful to display at home or work.
1. Longing for the Divine 2009 Calendar
A beautiful gift idea, this wall calendar is a favorite every year! The 2009 calendar includes photographs from around the Muslim world, both its natural beauty and Islamic architecture. Includes appropriate quotations, dual dates (Hijrah and Gregorian), lunar phases, and holidays.
2. Longing for the Divine - Special Edition 2009 Calendar
This limited edition calendar features the art work of calligrapher Haji Noor Deen Mi Guangjiang. Proceeds from the sales of these calendars will support education and support programs for new Muslims through M.E.C.C.A. (Muslim Education and Converts Center of America Inc.).
3. Mosques of the World 2009 Calendar
Colorful calendar to display in your home or office, featuring paintings of mosques from around the world. Includes Islamic dates interwoven with a traditional Gregorian calendar. Covers September 2008-December 2009. Includes a free bonus CD of Qur'an recitation by Ahmed Al-Ajmi.
4. Salma Arastu's 2009 Islamic Calendar
2009 calendar with corresponding 1430 Hijrah dates, decorated with Arabic calligraphy paintings by Islamic artist Salma Arastu. The themes for this year's calendar are: Gratitude, Remembrance, and Patience.
5. Inspirations from the Qur'an
A desk calendar for any year, with 365 inspirational quotes from the Qur'an. Each page includes the date, but not the day of the week, so the calendar can be used any year. Full color with English and Arabic quotations; also available in discounted packs of 3 or 10 for multiple gift recipients.
