Mawlid
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a Muslim holiday celebrating the birth of Muhammad, occurring on the twelfth day of the month of Rabiʿ al-awwal, and characterized especially by the recitation of panegyrical poems honoring Muhammad.
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the poems recited on this occasion.
Usage
What is Mawlid? Mawlid is a Muslim holy day in observance of the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad.It is sometimes spelled Maulid or Maulud or referred to as Eid Mawlid (Eid means “festival” or “feast day”). Sometimes, the word Mawlid is used in a general way to refer to the birthday of any holy figure. The observance of Muhammad’s birth is sometimes referred to more specifically as Mawlid al-Nabī (meaning “Birth of the Prophet”).Mawlid occurs during the Islamic Calendar month of Rabiʿ al-Awwal. Muslims observe it in different ways and at different times. In some places, such as Pakistan, the celebration of Muhammad’s birth is observed throughout the entire month. Some Muslims do not observe it at all.Mawlid is also the name used to refer to the special poems that are sometimes recited on the day.
Etymology
Origin of Mawlid
< Arabic mawlid ( al-nabī ) birthday (of the Prophet)
Example Sentences
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An estimated 2,000 worshippers celebrating the Mawlid, the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad, took to the streets in the eastern city of Lahore.
From Washington Times
“As a sign of mourning and solidarity with the victims and their loved ones, I call on all Muslims in France to cancel all the celebrations of the holiday of Mawlid.”
From Reuters
The inauguration was taking place on the festival of Mawlid, that celebrates the anniversary of the birth of the Prophet Muhammad.
From Washington Times
The Mawlid al-Nabi holiday, which starts on Tuesday, is an important occasion for many Egyptians, marked by making traditional sweets that are sold in shops and street markets.
From Reuters
Muslims around the world celebrate Mawlid, or his birth, each year on the 12th day of Rabi’ al-Awwal, the third month of the Islamic calendar.
From Reuters
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