Eid Milad Un Nabi 2022: History, Significance, Wishes - Here's All You Need To Know

Prophet Muhammad's birth anniversary is observed on this day. Muslims all across the world celebrate this day by honouring and paying homage to the last prophet of Islam.

At the eve of Eid MiladunNabi, Memon Masjid has been illuminated in celebration of the day.

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New Delhi: One of the most significant events observed by Muslims worldwide is Eid-e-Milad-Un-Nabi. This year, the evening of Saturday, October 8 will mark the start of Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi, which will last until the evening of Sunday, October 9.

Prophet Muhammad's birth anniversary is observed on this day. Muslims all across the world celebrate this day by honouring and paying homage to the last prophet of Islam.

Shia and Sunni populations observe the occasion on various days. Shia Muslims observe it on the seventeenth of the Islamic month of Rabi al-Awwal, whereas Sunni Muslims do so on the twelve. 

Eid Milad un Nabi 2022: A brief history

Prophet Hazrat Muhammad is said to have attained enlightenment around 610 AD in a cave called Hira close to where he was born in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Later, he promoted Quranic values. On this day, it is traditional to listen to the songs recited in the Prophet's praise in order to get both earthly and heavenly benefits.

Shias and Sunnis, however, observe the day in different ways. Shias believe that on this day, Prophet Muhammad picked Hazrat Ali to be his heir. On the other side, this day is a day of prayer meetings for the Sunni population.

Eid Milad un-Nabi was initially observed in Egypt and eventually became a worldwide holiday.

Eid Milad un Nabi 2022: Significance

Mawlid is another name for the day that the Prophet Muhammad was born. Eid Milad-un-Nabi celebrations have their roots in the early days of Islam when believers would congregate and read poetry in honour of the prophet. Numerous people all across the world have been inspired by the life and teachings of Prophet Muhammad as recorded in the Hadith.

Because it honours the kindness, compassion, and teachings of the holy Prophet, it is recognised as a major day for Muslims everywhere. His admirers honour him on his birthday and show how much they care for him.

Eid Milad un Nabi 2022: Celebration

Muslims recite the Quran, commemorate the life and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad, and provide food and clothing to the needy and impoverished on Eid Milad-Un-Nabi. Mosques are adorned and prayer gatherings are planned. People plan get-togethers with their relatives and friends and distribute sweets. On this day, some folks also fast and people carry green flags and wear green attire or ribbons. The colour green is seen as a representation of Islam and of heaven.

Eid Milad un Nabi 2022: Wishes and messages

1) May Allah fill each and every one of our hearts with patience, compassion, and love. Eid Mubarak!

2) May Allah lessen your suffering and grant you wealth. A good Mawlid to you.

3) Eid-Milad-un-Nabi is a chance to commemorate the Prophet Muhammad's birth and to honour him and his life.

4) Eid is a time for joy, celebration, and prayer! I hope we can all be kind and receive good. Happy Eid-Milad-un-Nabi!

5) The Prophet Muhammad declared: "Allah will multiply the blessings that everyone sends my way." So this Mawlid, let us offer him our prayers.

6) May this holy day's light illuminate our hearts and calm our thoughts. Eid Mubarak!