One person clearly observes the crescent after sunset on 29 Shaʿban, with no one else present. Quduri first addresses that individual’s fast and then treats acceptance of testimony as a separate legal question.
The observation should be reported honestly to the appropriate authority. Private observation is not identical to a verified public announcement.
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Kitab al-Sawm: Crescent Sighting and Establishing Ramadan
One person clearly observes the crescent after sunset on 29 Shaʿban, with no one else present. Quduri first addresses that individual’s fast and then treats acceptance of testimony as a separate legal question.
The observation should be reported honestly to the appropriate authority. Private observation is not identical to a verified public announcement.