The Mawlid is a joyful event during which Muslims gather to thank Allah for sending Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him. The Muslims commemorate this event repeatedly every year on the 12th of Rabee’ al’Awwal, which is the day when the Prophet was born. During this event, Muslims across the world unite in celebration by reciting the Qur’an, praising and sharing the story of the Prophet’s honourable life and attributes, learning about Islam, and serving food.
The king of Irbil, Abu Sa`eed alMuzaffar bin Baktakeen Kawkabriyy, initiated the Mawlid in the 7th Hijriy century and was the first person to do so. He was a pious, brave, just, generous and knowledgeable ruler and defender of Islam, who died while fighting the Crusaders in Palestine. He invited many Muslims to celebrate the Mawlid including the scholars of Hadeeth, Tafseer, Fiqh and sincere Sufis.
The scholar of Fiqh, Abul Khattab Ibn Duhyah, wrote a book praising this celebration and gifted the book to the king so that it may be read during the Mawlid celebration. The Mawlid celebration became known to scholars in the east and west. It was an accepted practice and scholars pointed to various Islamic proofs which confirmed its validity.
More about Al Mawlid on Darulfatwa’s Website
2 Olympic Blvd, Sydney Olympic Park
NSW 2127
Price: Free
Price: $14 Flat Rate
Location: Sarah Durack Ave
(P3 and P4)
