Those who celebrate the day of
birth of Prophet Muhammad (P.B.U.H.) do it because they feel happy and when it
comes to happiness, Islam wants the followers to spread it as much as possible.
In addition to fulfilling the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammed (P.B.U.H.), by giving
charity a Muslim ensures that those who also wish to celebrate this day as a
joyous occasion also have access to the means of joy. It is also necessary that
they celebrate it in the same spirit of kindness as they do on the day of Eid.
Considering the significance of
Eid Milad-un-Nabi (P.B.U.H.) the day was observed at different centers of HOPE
in Karachi and Thatta. The objective of this celebration was to pay homage to
the Prophet Muhammad (P.B.U.H.) for his greatest and divine services to Islam
and mankind. All colleagues from the various centers of HOPE were invited over
to attend the occasion together. They seemed very happy about the idea of
promoting Islamic teachings in this way. Students of different formal and
informal schools run by HOPE-An NGO in
Pakistan were also invited.
The occasion started with the
recitation of the Holy Quran. Students and staff whole heartedly presented
Qaseeda Burda Shareef which was so breathtaking that it touched the depth of
the hearts. HOPE’s women employees of different centers also participated and shed
light on the Prophet Muhammed’s life, sayings, teachings and philosophies. Stories
and incidents from his life of morals, such as forgiveness, kindheartedness,
bravery, wisdom, honesty, and lovingness, were quoted. It was pleasure to see
the enthusiasm of students and staff, as they recited Naats with full devotion.
HOPE-An Educational NGO in Pakistan
tries to create opportunities to promote the talent hidden in these
underprivileged children as well as inducing religious spirit in them. Milad
was the perfect occasion to let these students show their respect for our
beloved Prophet (P.B.U.H.) through recitation of Naat and Durood o Salaam. Famous
Naat khuwans were also invited to recite Naats in their beautiful voice to
increase the feeling of devotion. The way they presented the Naats enthralled
the audience.
The Milad concluded with a
special “Dua” made to heal the pain of all Muslims and ease their hardships.
The “Dua” ended with best wishes for the progress of HOPE so that it will
continue its efforts with more enthusiasm to serve the poor people in Pakistan
under the leadership of Dr.
Mubina Agboatwalla-A Child Specialist in Karachi. Delicious snacks and sweets
were distributed among the guests at the end of Milad.
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