A rare celestial spectacle will be visible in the skies of the kingdom next month, according to a top astronomer.
For the first time since 2018, star-gazers in Bahrain will get to witness a total lunar eclipse on September 7, said Mohammed Al Asfoor.
The moon is expected to turn a striking red during the peak of the eclipse, offering what is expected to be a breathtaking ‘blood moon’ experience visible to the naked eye.
The phenomena will coincide with the full moon of the Islamic month of Rabi Al Awal.
During a lunar eclipse, Muslims are encouraged to pray Salat-ul-Khusuf (the eclipse prayer) and engage in remembrance of Allah, supplication and charity.
The eclipse prayer period in Bahrain will span from 7.27pm to 10.56pm local time, coinciding with the partial and total phases of the eclipse.
