Happy Milad un-Nabi 2023! History, significance and celebration

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• Sep 28, 2023 | Guriya Khatun

Muslims all across the world pay immense importance on Milad-un-Nabi, which commemorates the birth of the Prophet Muhammad, the religion's major figure.

Digital Desk: Muslims celebrate Milad-un-Nabi, which honors the anniversary of the birth of Prophet Muhammad (SAW), the last of Allah's messengers. Every year in the month of Rabi ul Awal, Muslims celebrate the birth of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), also known as Eid-e-Milad, Mawlid, Milad un Nabi, and Nabid. Every year, the exact day that Rabi al-Awwal begins is set once the Moon is sighted.

Miladun-Nabi 2023

According to the Gregorian calendar, the first day of Rabi ul Awal in India this year was September 19, 2023 since the Rabi ul Awal moon was spotted there on September 18, as was the case last year. In addition to India, other nations like as Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka will also observe Eid Milad-un-Nabi on September 28, 2023.

The Islamic Prophet Muhammad's birthday, Milad-un-Nabi, is celebrated annually. The Prophet was reportedly born in Mecca on the 12th day of Rabee-ul-Awwal, the third month in the Islamic calendar, to Abdullah and Bibi Amina. According to some Twelver Shia Muslims, he is believed to have been born on the 17th of Rabi' al-awwal. It is significant since this day also commemorates the Prophet's death anniversary .

Milad un-Nabi 2023

  Festival Name       -  Milad-un-Nabi

  Date                      - September 28, 2023

  Category               - Festival updates

  Celebrated by      -   Sunni Muslims

  Birth Anniversary - Islamic Prophet Muhammad

  Year                       - 2023

Milad un-Nabi Date 2023

Due to the variations between the Islamic calendar, also known as the lunar calendar, and the Gregorian calendar based on the sighting of the crescent moon, Milad un-Nabi 2023 is commemorated by Sunni Muslims on the 12th day of Rabi' al-awwal while Shi'a Muslims observe it on the 17th day of Rabi' al-awwal. This year, Eid-e-Milad will be celebrated on September 28 in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and other parts of the subcontinent region, and on September 27 in Saudi Arabia.

Significance of Milad un-Nabi 2023

Milad-un-Nabi, which honours the birth of the Prophet Muhammad, who is the main figure in Islam, is of utmost importance to Muslims all over the world. This event is more than just a celebration; it is a chance for in-depth contemplation of the Prophet's life and teachings.

Muslims use this day to reaffirm their faith, drawing strength from his moral leadership, discernment, and compassion. It's a moment to show more dedication, come together, and share kindness. Milad un-Nabi also strengthens the message of compassion, love, and peace, creating harmony within the Muslim community and fostering a deeper comprehension of Islam's fundamental principles among individuals of many faiths.

Milad un-Nabi 2023 History

The Islamic holiday of Milad un-Nabi, also called Mawlid al-Nabi, honours the birth of Prophet Muhammad. Muslims from all around the world will celebrate and reverently mark this occasion in 2023. The origins of Milad un-Nabi can be traced to the early years of Islam when it was uncommon to commemorate the Prophet's birth. With several cultural and regional variants in its observance, it rose to popularity later.

In accordance with the Islamic lunar calendar, the holiday usually falls on the 12th day of Rabi' al-Awwal, the third month. Muslims participate in a variety of events on this day, including gatherings, special prayers, and Quran recitations.

Celebration of Milad un-Nabi in 2023 

Additionally, to celebrate the life and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad, many communities hold procession, lectures, and humanitarian events. For Muslims throughout, Milad un-Nabi will once again serve as a time for meditation, harmony, and spiritual connection in 2023. This will help Muslims get a better understanding of their religion and the principles championed by the Prophet.

Since it began in Egypt, earlier celebrations were preceded by Muslim prayers, proclamations from the ruling clan, narrations of Holy Quran verses, and a huge public feast. As Muhammad's representatives, the ruling clan's members were venerated since they were thought to be Caliphs.