Mawlid

September 4, Thursday

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Eid al-Mawlid (Mawlid an-Nabi, Maulid) is an Islamic holiday dedicated to the birth of the Prophet Muhammad, the founder of Islam. It is observed by Muslims around the world on the 12th day of the month of Rabi al-Awwal in the Islamic lunar calendar. The date of celebration varies each year depending on the lunar calendar.

History of the holiday
It is believed that the Prophet Muhammad was born in the year 570 in the city of Mecca. Although the holiday was not established during the Prophet's lifetime, the tradition of its observance emerged in the early centuries of Islam. Its celebration spread especially during the Fatimid and Ottoman periods.

How it is celebrated
The celebration of Eid al-Mawlid varies depending on the country, Islamic sect, and local customs, but generally includes:

* Recitation of the Quran and stories about the life of the Prophet Muhammad
* Religious lectures and sermons
* Decoration of mosques and homes
* Festive meals, distribution of sweets, and charitable acts
* Processions, public gatherings, and traditional songs

Differences in tradition
The holiday is especially widespread among Sunni and Shia Muslims, although some Islamic schools of thought, particularly Salafis and Wahhabis, do not recognize Mawlid as a religious holiday, considering it an innovation not based on the Sunnah.

Importance of the holiday
For millions of Muslims, Eid al-Mawlid is an opportunity to express love and reverence for the Prophet Muhammad, strengthen spiritual connection with Islamic traditions, pass on religious knowledge to children, and participate in community life.

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