Calculation of Dates

The calculation of the beginning and end of dates is done by four methods.

Firstly, the Christians calculate dates from midnight to midnight.

Secondly, the Hindus determine their dates from sunrise to sunset.

Thirdly, the Greek philosophers calculate their dates from midday to midday. This is the method used in astronomy.

The fourth and correct method is the Islamic calculation that is done from sunset to sunset. This method is welcomed by the mind because darkness comes before light.

[Malfoozat-e-AlaHazrat, Volume 1]