Celebrating Prophet's Birthday? Is there any importance of the month of Rabiul Awwal Assim al hakeem

Summary

The video addresses the permissibility of celebrating the Prophet Muhammad's birth in the Islamic month of Rabi' al-Awwal. It emphasizes that innovations in religion are not allowed, as the Prophet left a clear path for Muslims to follow. While the Prophet's birth date is debated, his death on the 12th of Rabi' al-Awwal is confirmed. The speaker argues that no Islamic texts, including the Quran and Sunnah, mention celebrating the Prophet's birth. Instead, Muslims are guided to follow the teachings strictly, focusing on approved celebrations like the two Eids.

Takeaways

• 😀 Celebrating the Prophet's birth during the Hijri month is questioned as permissible or not.
• 📜 The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) left a clear and certain path for Muslims, which should not be innovated.
• 🚫 Introducing innovations in Islamic practices is discouraged and considered rejected.
• 📅 Some months in the Islamic calendar, such as Ramadan and the sacred four months, are highlighted as important in the Quran and Sunnah.
• ❓ Scholars differ on the exact date of the Prophet’s birth (9th, 12th of Rabi al-Awwal, or before). However, all agree on his death date on the 12th of Rabi al-Awwal.
• 🎉 The question arises whether people are celebrating the Prophet's birth or his death, which occurred in the same month.
• 📖 The Prophet’s revelation and his mission are highlighted as more significant than his birth date.
• 🔍 There is no mention in the Quran or Sunnah that emphasizes the Prophet’s birth date as a significant event to celebrate.
• 🕌 When the Prophet arrived in Medina, he found people celebrating, but he only endorsed two festivals: Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Fitr.
• 🛑 Celebrating the Prophet’s birthday is viewed as potentially deviating from the clear path of the Quran and Sunnah, driven by desires and innovations.

Q & A

What is the main question addressed in the script?

The main question is whether it is permissible to celebrate the Prophet's birth during the month of Rabi' al-Awwal, specifically considering whether this practice aligns with Islamic teachings.

What is the general principle the speaker mentions about innovation in Islam?

The general principle is that introducing anything new into the religion, which was not part of it originally, is considered an innovation (bid'ah) and is rejected according to Islamic teachings.

What significant events are tied to the month of Rabi' al-Awwal, according to the speaker?

The speaker highlights that there is a dispute among scholars regarding the Prophet’s exact birth date in Rabi' al-Awwal, but all scholars agree that the Prophet passed away on the 12th of Rabi' al-Awwal.

Why does the speaker emphasize the importance of revelation over birth?

The speaker emphasizes that what truly matters in the Prophet's life is the day he received revelation and became a messenger, as this marks the beginning of his mission, which is more significant than the day of his birth.

Did the Prophet or his companions ever celebrate his birthday?

No, the speaker states that neither the Prophet nor his companions celebrated his birthday, and no instructions were given to celebrate it in any way.

How does the speaker view the practice of celebrating the Prophet's birthday in Rabi' al-Awwal?

The speaker views it as an innovation (bid'ah) that is not supported by the Quran or the Sunnah, and therefore not permissible in Islam.

What does the speaker say about the Prophet's guidance on celebrations in Islam?

The speaker mentions that the Prophet found the people of Medina celebrating two specific days, and he informed them that Allah had replaced those with two better days: Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. These are the only two official celebrations in Islam.

Why does the speaker caution against following personal desires or cultural practices?

The speaker cautions that following personal desires or cultural practices without evidence from the Quran and Sunnah can lead Muslims away from the correct path and toward innovation in religion.

What is the significance of the Prophet's companions not celebrating his birthday?

The speaker suggests that the Prophet's companions, who loved him deeply and followed his teachings closely, never celebrated his birthday. This indicates that such a practice is not part of authentic Islamic tradition.

What advice does the speaker give to Muslims regarding religious practices?

The speaker advises Muslims to follow the Quran and Sunnah strictly, avoiding innovations in religious practices, and to be mindful of whether they are following true Islamic teachings or simply cultural traditions and desires.

Outlines

00:00

📜 Permissibility of Celebrating the Prophet's Birth

The paragraph raises the question of whether it is permissible to celebrate the Prophet Muhammad's (peace be upon him) birth in the month of Rabi' al-Awwal. It refers to the Prophet's teachings that no innovation in Islam is allowed, as he left the religion clear for everyone to follow. The month of Rabi' al-Awwal is examined in comparison to other Islamic months, such as Ramadan and the sacred months, which are highlighted in the Qur'an and Sunnah as important. The discussion points out that there is no clear evidence from the Prophet or his companions that his birth should be celebrated, and scholars even differ on the exact date of his birth. Additionally, it is noted that the Prophet passed away on the 12th of Rabi' al-Awwal, which complicates the notion of celebration.

05:01

🤔 Reflections on the Absence of Birthday Celebrations in Early Islam

This paragraph emphasizes that the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) never instructed Muslims to celebrate his birthday, nor did his companions, who loved him more than anyone, ever celebrate it. The text questions whether contemporary Muslims know more or love the Prophet more than his companions did, or if they are being misled by their desires and ignorance. It cautions against deviating from the teachings of the Qur'an and Sunnah, and warns against following misguided peers or religious leaders without any evidence from Islamic sources. The paragraph concludes with a prayer for Muslims to adhere strictly to the Sunnah.

Keywords

💡Innovating in Islam

This refers to introducing new practices, beliefs, or rituals into Islam that were not originally part of the religion. In the video, it is emphasized that innovation (bid'ah) is rejected in Islam as the Prophet Muhammad warned against adding anything that wasn't part of the original teachings. The script debates the permissibility of celebrating events like the Prophet's birth, which are not established in the Quran or Sunnah.

💡Rabbi' al-Awwal

Rabbi' al-Awwal is the third month of the Islamic Hijri calendar. In the video, this month is significant because it is widely believed to be the month in which the Prophet Muhammad was born, though scholars disagree on the exact date. The video questions the legitimacy of celebrating this month based on Islamic teachings, stating that no specific importance was attached to it by the Prophet himself.

💡Sunnah

Sunnah refers to the practices, teachings, and sayings of the Prophet Muhammad, which serve as a guide for Muslims alongside the Quran. In the video, the speaker stresses that only what has been clearly prescribed in the Quran and Sunnah should be followed in Islam, rejecting the notion of celebrating occasions that the Prophet never endorsed.

💡Celebrating the Prophet's Birth

This concept deals with the practice of commemorating the birthday of Prophet Muhammad, also known as Mawlid. The video critiques this celebration, arguing that neither the Prophet nor his companions ever celebrated his birth. The speaker suggests that celebrating the Prophet’s birth could be considered an innovation (bid'ah) in Islam, which is discouraged.

💡Quran and Sunnah

The Quran and Sunnah are the two primary sources of Islamic teachings and law. The Quran is the holy book of Islam, while the Sunnah consists of the Prophet's actions and sayings. In the video, the speaker underscores the importance of adhering strictly to these two sources, implying that anything not found within them, such as celebrating new religious events, should be avoided.

💡Shaytan

Shaytan, or Satan, is often referred to as a being that misguides humans from the path of righteousness. In the video, the speaker suggests that people who innovate in the religion, such as those who celebrate the Prophet's birth without religious evidence, may be following Shaytan’s deceptions rather than the clear guidance of the Quran and Sunnah.

💡Companions of the Prophet

The companions (Sahaba) of the Prophet Muhammad are those who lived during his time, followed him, and preserved his teachings. The video emphasizes that these companions, despite their deep love for the Prophet, never celebrated his birthday, suggesting that modern celebrations might be unfounded and not in line with true Islamic practice.

💡Ramadan

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and is significant as the month of fasting and revelation of the Quran. The video contrasts the importance of Ramadan, which is clearly established in Islam, with Rabbi' al-Awwal, for which no explicit religious significance is mentioned in terms of celebrations or rituals.

💡Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Fitr

These are the two major Islamic festivals: Eid al-Adha, which commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son, and Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan. The video mentions that the Prophet Muhammad instructed Muslims to celebrate only these two festivals, implying that introducing other celebrations, like the Prophet's birthday, is not permissible.

💡Bid'ah (Innovation)

Bid'ah refers to innovation or the introduction of new practices in the religion that were not part of the original teachings. The video focuses on the concept of bid'ah, warning that it is rejected in Islam as it deviates from the clear and established teachings of the Quran and Sunnah. Celebrating the Prophet’s birthday is presented as an example of potential bid'ah.

Highlights

The month of Rabi al-Awwal is often celebrated as the Prophet's birth month, but the permissibility of this practice is questioned.

Islam is built on clarity and certainty, where all matters of religion are made clear, and no one would go astray except someone who is doomed.

The Prophet Muhammad warned that anything innovated in religion that is not part of it is rejected.

The month of Rabi al-Awwal is not given any special importance in the Quran or the Sunnah, unlike months such as Ramadan or the sacred four months.

While scholars differ on the exact date of the Prophet's birth, they all agree that he died on the 12th of Rabi al-Awwal.

The focus should be on the revelation of the Prophet, as it marked the beginning of his role as a messenger, which is of greater significance than his birth.

The Prophet Muhammad never emphasized or instructed the celebration of his birthday in any way during his lifetime.

When the Prophet arrived in Medina, he found people celebrating and feasting, but he instructed them that only two days, Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Fitr, are to be celebrated in Islam.

The Prophet Muhammad’s companions, who loved him deeply, never celebrated his birthday or engaged in any special commemoration of the date.

The speaker questions whether modern Muslims know more or love the Prophet more than his companions did, highlighting the risk of deviation from the original teachings.

The importance of referring back to the Quran and Sunnah for guidance in all religious matters is stressed.

The speaker suggests that following whims and desires instead of authentic religious sources can lead to misguided practices.

Innovations in religion, even if well-intentioned, are not permissible if they lack evidence from the Quran or Sunnah.

The concept of bid'ah (innovation) in Islam is central to the discussion, as it refers to practices introduced without any basis in authentic Islamic teachings.

The speaker concludes by praying for Muslims to adhere strictly to the Sunnah and avoid innovations in their religious practices.

Transcripts

was born

in this hijri month of

and people start celebrating from the

beginning

of this month saying that this is the

month

in which prophet was born so we

celebrate his coming

is this permissible this is a good

question

and you can cascade this question

to similar questions that follow

the same pattern and this pattern

is are we allowed

to introduce something in the religion

of islam

because the prophet salallahu salaam

told us

that he left us

on clarity and certainty

where day and night are so

clear to everyone to see and likewise

things in religion

are similarly clear and no one would go

astray

except someone who's doomed the prophet

said that islam

he also told us that whoever

innovates in our affairs in our religion

what is not part of it

it is rejected so

the month of rabbi al-awwal the third

month of the hijri calendar

does it have any importance

to the muslims well

we know ramadan is important we know the

sacred four months are important

we know the three months of hajj are

important

we know that um

things that allah or the prophet hassam

had

said to us that they are important we

consider them to be important

but is it up to us to select

for example the month of rajab and say

that this

is the month that the night journey the

miraculous night journey took place so

we praise it or

the month of shaaban because it has the

middle of shaaban night in it or this or

that

do we have this

privilege to do so

well we have to go back to the basics

and the base basics state that

innovating in islam is not permissible

the basics for any muslim like

you and me who are logical we're not

scholars we're not

intellectual people we are laymen we

know that we have the quran

we have the sunnah so we go through the

biography of the prophet

we find that scholars differed whether

he was born

in the month of rabbi al-awwal the

twelfth of rabbi al-awl or the ninth or

before that

or not but all scholars

agree that the prophet alaihis al-salam

died on the 12th of rabir

al-awwal he died he passed away

on this month so are you celebrating his

birth

or his death watch out

secondly what is more important

his birth what he lived for 40 days

like any other human being

or the day he was revealed to

and became a prophet a messenger of

allah azzawajal

definitely this is the day to be

praised if we were to praise it thirdly

did the prophet allah ever in his life

tell us anything about the issue of

rabbi al-awl being important being good

being this or being that

has he ever highlighted

the date of birth which is twelfth of

rabbi

al-awwals as claimed by a lot of

scholars

and it's an issue of dispute has he ever

said to us that this

is something that you guys have to

praise and look up to and celebrate

now we know that when he came to medina

he found the people of medina

celebrating

and feasting and when he asked them

he told them allah has substituted you

with two days better the day of reed

al-hajj and the day of reading

that's it two days to celebrate

throughout the whole year

never ever he mentioned anything about

his birthday

or the birthday of isab no maryam or the

birthday of ibrahim

al-khalil peace be upon them all

his companions who loved him more than

we love him without any doubt had never

ever mentioned

it or celebrate it

so is it possible that we

know more than them that we

love him more than them or is it

possible that shaytan

is messing up with our deen because we

are ignorant

and we are so deviated from the straight

path

that we are not concerned we are not

even wanting

to refer back to the quran and sunnah

for answers

this is the question you have to answer

and you have to

do your due diligence whether you're

following the prophet sallam for real

or you're following following your whims

and desires

and what your corrupt peers and

saints and so-called mawlana are telling

you to do

without any evidence neither from the

quran nor

from the sunnah and may allah make the

muslims follow

the sunnah and abide by it