Masjid Al-Haram Imam Declares Mawlid Not Part of Sunnah
The Imam of Masjid Al-Haram and Saudi Arabia’s President of Religious Affairs, Sheikh Abdul Rahman Al-Sudais has warned Muslims against … Read More The post Masjid Al-Haram Imam Declares Mawlid Not Part of Sunnah appeared first on ProPakistani .
Sheikh Abdul Rahman Al-Sudais, the Imam of Masjid Al-Haram and Saudi Arabia’s President of Religious Affairs, has cautioned Muslims against observing Mawlid, asserting that the practice is not aligned with the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) or the habits of his companions. The statement was made on August 18, 2026, during discussions surrounding Mawlid celebrations in anticipation of Rabi-ul-Awwal 12, a date traditionally marked by many Muslims as the Prophet’s (PBUH) birthday.
Various social media platforms have disseminated videos and posts of the sermon, which Al-Sudais delivered from Masjid Al-Haram in Makkah. In the sermon, Al-Sudais labeled Mawlid celebrations as a deviation, arguing they were absent during the Prophet's (PBUH) life, his companions' era, and the early years of Islam. The matter of Mawlid observance remains a contentious issue among Muslim scholars and communities, each interpreting it differently.
Al-Sudais' recent remarks are particularly noteworthy as Rabi-ul-Awwal has commenced, with Rabi-ul-Awwal 12 scheduled for August 25, 2026, according to the Islamic calendar.
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