Jumada al-Thani: The Sixth Islamic Month
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Jumada al-Thani (جمادى الثانية), also called Jumada al-Akhirah, is the sixth month of the Islamic calendar. It is the last month before the sacred month of Rajab. Like Jumada al-Ula, it has no specific prescribed acts of worship.
Historical Events
The death of Abu Bakr al-Siddiq, the first caliph and the closest companion of the Prophet, occurred on 22 Jumada al-Thani, 13 AH (23 August 634 CE). Abu Bakr's caliphate lasted just over two years, during which he united the Arabian Peninsula, launched the Ridda Wars against those who apostasized after the Prophet's death, and initiated the compilation of the Quran into a single manuscript. His humility, generosity, and unwavering faith earned him the title al-Siddiq (the Truthful).
Preparation for Rajab
As Jumada al-Thani precedes Rajab (one of the four sacred months), scholars recommend that Muslims use this time to prepare spiritually for the coming sacred month. The Prophet used to say when Rajab began: 'O Allah, bless us in Rajab and Sha'ban, and let us reach Ramadan' (Musnad Ahmad). This anticipation reflects the importance of the months leading up to Ramadan.