The 17th June 2026 marks the start of the Islamic/lunar new year and the month of Muharram. On behalf of the volunteers are Leeds New Muslims, we wish you a happy new year. Muharram is one of the four sacred months in Islam, along with Dhul-Qadah, Dhul-Hijjah, and Rajab. It is commonly thought that the…
Being part of a community means more than sharing space — it means lifting each other up, especially during those early, sometimes overwhelming steps of a new journey in Islam. At Leeds New Muslims, that’s exactly what we do. We welcome new brothers and sisters who are finding their footing — learning to pray, navigating…
assalam alaykum all, Zakat ul-Fitr (also called Sadaqat ul-Fitr and fitrana) is a mandatory charitable payment in Islam that is given at the end of Ramadan, before the Eid ul-Fitr prayer. What it is: A form of purification for the fasting person. It cleanses any minor shortcomings or inappropriate speech that may have occurred during…
We have now entered the last 10 days of Ramadan. How quickly this blessed month is passing by! Leeds New Muslims supports people who have taken their shahada and are beginning their journey in Islam. Converting to a new faith is a profound, often life-changing event, and new Muslims need guidance, community, and belonging. Your…
