

Significance of Hazrat Ali’s (R.A) Akbar Wiladat: During his caliphate, Hazrat Ali continued to spread the message of Islam and establish the foundations of a just and equitable society. He was appointed as the fourth caliph of Islam after the death of the third caliph, Hazrat Uthman. He was known for his wisdom, bravery, and devotion to Islam. Hazrat Ali (R.A) was born in Mecca in 599 AD and was one of the closest companions of the Prophet Muhammad. In this article, we will explore the significance of Hazrat Ali and his Wiladat, as well as the ways in which this special occasion is celebrated. His birthday, also known as “Wiladat,” is celebrated annually by millions of Muslims around the world. Hazrat Ali is a prominent figure in Islam, widely regarded as the fourth caliph and son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad. In some parts of the country, processions are taken out to mark the occasion and people distribute sweets and other food items to the poor and needy. Many people fast on this day to seek blessings and forgiveness from Allah.


Mosques across the country hold special prayers and recitations of the Holy Quran. In Pakistan, 13 Rajab is celebrated with religious zeal and devotion. Additionally, the first revelation of the Holy Quran on this day is seen as a symbol of divine guidance and a reminder of the importance of following the teachings of the Quran. The night journey of the Prophet Muhammed (PBUH) to Jerusalem and his ascension to heaven is seen as a symbol of spiritual enlightenment and the triumph of good over evil. Eid al-Adha, the "Festival of the Sacrifice", begins on the tenth day and ends on sunset of the twelfth, and during which war is banned.13 Rajab holds immense importance for Muslims as it is considered to be a blessed day. Day of Arafah takes place on the ninth of the month. The Hajj is performed on the eighth, ninth and the tenth of this month. Dhul-Hijjah: During this month Muslim pilgrims from all around the world congregate at Mecca to visit the Kaaba. Dhul Qa'dah: This is a holy month during which war is banned.ġ2. Shawwal: The name Shawwal is derived from the Arabic word 'tashawwala', which refers to the scarcity in she-camels' milk.ġ1. During this time, Muslims must fast from pre-dawn till sunset and should give charity to the poor and needy.ġ0. Ramaḍan is the most venerated month of the Hijri calendar. Ramadan: Supposedly so called because of high temperatures caused by the excessive heat of the sun. Sha'ban may also be related to a verb meaning "to be in between two things" and it was called thus because the month lies between Rajab and Ramaḍan.ĩ. Sha'ban: Marked the time of year when Arab tribes dispersed to find water.

This is the second sacred month in which fighting is forbidden.Ĩ. Rajab: is derived from the Arabic word ‘rajaba’ which means to ‘sanctify’ something. Jumada al-Thani: is named so because it coincides with winter time.ħ. Jumada al-Awwal: is named so because water gets frozen at winter time, and that coincides with the time of this month.Ħ. Rabi al-Thani: is named so because it usually coincides with the winter time.ĥ. Also means to graze, because cattle were grazed during this month.Ĥ. Rabi al-Awwal: is named so because it usually coincides with the spring time. It is also said that they used to leave their homes to escape summer heat.ģ. Safar: Supposedly named thus because the Arabs used to leave their homes during that month as they used to set out to fight their enemies. Muharram: A sacred month, so called because battle and all kinds of fighting are forbidden during this month.Ģ.
