If that were true it would mean thatthe world started in 0001 AD. I wanted to celebrate it with her and invite a few of her friends (muslim) over. Just to give you a quick example, the candles which are put on the cake have to be blown in just a single blow. Little do you remember! [al-Araaf 7:3]. Sunan Ibn Majah; Vol. Is it haram to celebrate birthdays? I know this is very late.. but im dealing with the same as a recent revert 8 months now..and all holidays have been a huge shock and after reading your comment i feel better Alhumdullilah.. thanks sister.. Birthdays are an innovation of the modern times, notwithstanding its roots on the Kings and Pharoahs of old. We pay attention to the meanings of old-time birth symbols. It is important that we celebrate the life of a child. Im definitely going to continue celebrating mine! During this life we experience the fellowship of his sufferings (Phil. Im muslim, I celebrate all my childrens birthday. Islam. Some Muslims celebrate birthdays as a habit rather than a form of gratitude because the Prophet or the Sahaba did not celebrate birthdays according to Islamic traditions. We shouldactually ponder and reflect on our birthdays rather than jump around with birthday snow spray. In the meantime we ourselves groan within ourselves, waiting for the adoption, to wit, the redemption of our body (verse 23). Yes their is a lot of muslims that live by hadiths narrated 500 years after Muhammads (pbuh) passing. Birthday innocent celebration. Actually muslims are directed by the Prophet himself to celebrate and rejoice but in a compatible way with God's Teachings and Directions. More and more, though, people the world over attach a certain magic to their actual date of birth. Ive never seen someone who celebrates birthdays trying to adhere to the pagan rules. Nothing is more important than celebrating the Prophets birth, but he never did. People used to hibernate to keep warm during the harsh winters. Those who say that something isnt haram because its not written in the text of the Quran are ignorant of their own religion. However, suppose you believe that celebrating birthdays is permissible. Whereupon he promised with an oath to give her whatsoever she would ask. But its not good. Even as there is only one example of birthday celebrations in the Old Testament, so the New Testament also gives us only one such example that of the wicked, apostate king Herod, one of the worst butchers who ever lived. There are no celebrations in Islam apart from the three prescribed Eids: Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha, and the weekly Eid which is Friday (Yawm al-Jumuah). I mean goddamn. If you still want to persist in it, please remember the warning of Allah: "And whoever contradicts and opposes the Messenger (Muhammad SAW) after the right path has been shown clearly to him, and follows other than the believers' way. @Anonymous Are you comparing yourself to the prophet? . http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KEwmfIgSQQU, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v4yyx1qDWhQ, http://al-muallim.weebly.com/1/post/2013/11/birthdays-in-islam-are-birthdays-allowed-in-islam.html, http://immamalbani.blogspot.com/2011/05/al-tashabuh-imitating-kuffar-is.html?m=1, Think and Write: Critical Thinking Writing prompt for teens, Think and Write Writing Prompt for teens. Thus, calling birthdays `eids is not accepted, for this has no basis Those arent founded on Islamic beliefs or what Muslims are expected to do. Alhumdolillahbut i get invited to family bday bbqs now and then,,everyone takes gifts and i dont because i dont want to be involved w the bday part..i feel dumb being the only one not taking a gift..my q is that would it b haraam to give bday gifts,? Click here to watch a fantastic video that will tell you about the origin of birthdays. The Prophet (Peace and blessings be upon him) is the guide for us. If he did something, you should do it. Just as she received gifts, I encouraged her to remember those children who arent as fortunate and she was to pick a toy out that she could donate to them. Every day is a great day and a blessing from Allah (swt) Alhamdulillahhirabilaalimeen with that knowledge for the sister Arshia go ahead with your bad self for pulling that dawah up for us. This isnt targeted at only Muslims, but stupid Christians and selfish Jews. Do people celebrate when they begin to go to school or college? Anyone commemorating Prophet Muhammads birth (PBUH) should never tie it to Islamic doctrine. But it is not impossible to stand and say that youre going to give it up for the sake of Allah, because remember: The Prophet SallAllahu Alayhi Wa Sallam said: You will never give up a thing for the sake of Allah, may He be glorified and exalted, but Allah will replace it for you with something that is better for you than it., Ahmad Hadith No. But does it make any difference whether we observe birthdays or not? (She did so after generously offering to donate her brothers toys We have changed the chorus of the traditional birthday song so it now says May Allah Bless you, May Allah Bless you, May Allah bless you-oo, May Allah Bless you.. That he is emulating the behaviour of Shaitan? Then, one by one, the children are blindfolded. End quote. Should Fasting the Six Days of Shawwal Be Consecutive? My husband doesnt understand how I feel (yes, I have told him). But dating birthdays back to the greeks and germans is no efficient way of proving Birthdays a pagan celebration, You SHOULD all ways stick to the quran hadith but Im not judging u I was like u, this is a good one: Consistency is vital. Allaah, may He be glorified and exalted, says (interpretation of the meaning): Or have they partners with Allaah (false gods) who have instituted for them a religion which Allaah has not allowed? [al-Shoora 42:21], Then We have put you (O Muhammad) on a plain way of (Our) commandment. Celebrate these and win the pleasure of Allah. However, if the other family or individual says there is not going to be anything pagan, or the usual birthday customs, that it is merely a time to get together for family fellowship, or friendship, for a nice meal, with a cake, and that it is just a family event, that would not necessarily be wrong. They loved the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) far more than we do, yet despite that they did not celebrate this day. . I feel left out and saddened. Thank God for the blessings that he has given us and celebrate within moderation and in lots of love. I think thats lovely. serta mengurangkan Keradangan. If you have no proofs that the prophet did or didnt do something thats doubt and we as Muslims are supposed to leave off what brings doubt just to be on the safe side and Allah knows best . How can one follow something one has never hear of before. for ye are the temple of the living God; as God hath said, I will dwell in them, and walk in them; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. They give examples such as driving a car. Something logical neccessary. On your birthday you should feel special (in the eyes of God) who decided to keep and protect you. This is because, and all praises are due to Allah, we are the most keen in following his sunnah and respecting his commands and prohibitions. Is it haram to celebrate prophets birthday? He was a complete pagan at heart. Before understanding the legal ruling with regards to birthday celebrations, it is worth remembering here that imitation of the unbelievers (Kuffar) is something that Islam strictly disapproves of. That makes me shudder. According to saheeh reports, the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said: Whoever does something that is a not part of this matter of ours (i.e., Islam) will have it rejected (reported by Muslim in his Saheeh); and The best of speech is the Book of Allaah and the best of guidance is the guidance of Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him). Today, some Muslims wonder what is wrong with blowing candles, yet they are unaware that this is a pagan practice. That is the day we will celebrate not our physical birthdays, when we were literally born into a lifetime of struggle, trials, suffering, death, misery, and privation, persecution, strife, and pain. The short answer to this question is that there is no clear cut answer as different scholars have different opinions on this matter. I know Im late replying to this but please be strong. Anything that is positive and beautiful can not be forbidden by any religion. its hard to resist and keep your head down when your loved ones are in question. Islam teaches Muslim to have a unique character and to be distinguished. are non American. If you genuinely want to celebrate anything, you can do it by assisting the needy, delivering food to people in need, and making them smile. But we look to the future, not to the past, and to the Kingdom of God! Giving is much better than getting. Cain was named Get, for his name meant gotten, as Eve said, I have gotten a man-child from the Lord (Gen.4:1). One must know that, Sincerity of doing it only for the sake of Allah Subhanahu wa Taala, Following the Sunnah of the Prophet Sallallahu alayhi wasallam, If condition (1) is absent, that act of worship will become, f condition (2) is absent, it will become a, You may be celebrating for the sake of Allahs pleasure, but are you following the Sunnah? Same thing for Christmas. Paul felt so strongly about this fact, that he declared, If in this life only we have hope in Christ, we are of all men MOST MISERABLE (verse 19). But I do SOMETIMES treat family and select friends to a special supper due to a birthday, even if the birthday was not mine. One fought in Israel's War of Independence. Celebration of what? Jesus (as) was not the son of God or God incarnate. The most evil of things are those which have been newly invented (in religion), and every innovation is a going astray. There are many other ahaadeeth that convey the same meaning. 3851). We ask Allah and all Muslims to witness that if the Prophet (peace be upon him) had done so or ordered such to be done, or even if his Companions had done so, we would rush to do it and call others to do it. Yes in Islam everyday is a celebration so I dont see any harm to meet up on birthdays either and do a small celebration, prayer of thanks and give presents as per your means to your loved ones. But JAnnah is the goal of a good muslim, This is what most anti-Islam people dont realise. Required fields are marked *. Xxx, http://www.ummah.com/forum/showthread.php?t=34721, ask the scholars why we shouldnt celebrate our birthdays. Fathers, do not provoke your children or they may lose heart (Colossians 3:21). ), would be perfectly in line with Gods Word. But on the other hand, dont be afraid to give something nice to a family member or relative on their day birth or any other day of the year. God knows your heart. ), and REACHING FORTH unto those things which are before, I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus (Phil. have pagan origins and it is linked with false divinely beliefs that people held. Mashallah. If you believe it is haram to celebrate birthdays, then it would also be haram to go to a birthday party. In other words, WE FOLLOW MANY OF THE OLD BIRTHDAY BELIEFS. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Clearly, Almighty God commands His people not to follow in the ways, customs, and practices of the heathen, pagan nations around them! I fear for our people. Party snappers, horns, bursting balloons, firecrackers, and other noisemakers are just one more way of trying to scare off any bad-luck spirits that may be hovering about. As mentioned earlier, there is no clear evidence in the Quran or Hadith that suggests celebrating birthdays is haram or halal. However, if it entails any forbidden practices, such a celebration becomes forbidden for that reason alone. But you know what..honestly speaking..i feel very bad that my husband is so strict and we cant even do a little something. Is It Haram To Celebrate New Years Eve Or Day? And the king was sorry: nevertheless for the oaths sake, and them which sat with him at meat, he commanded it to be given her. So these were 5 reasons why a Muslim shouldnt be involved in birthday celebrations. keseluruhan antara dapat merawat buasir, meningkatkan Diabetik retinopati Artemis, being the moon goddess, logically had a birthday every month. Friends might start looking at you with weird expressions. He declared, Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, FORGETTING THOSE THINGS WHICH ARE BEHIND (such as birthdays! They are haram in Islam because the candles on the cake represent immoral lifestyles in ancient Europe. Even though it has grown so common, there is no Hadith or instruction in Islam that instructs Muslims to do Muslims celebrate birthdays. @Kafayat .If I were u I will not do anything at all on my birthday except to live as a normal day. All the comparisons, who gets the best present, competition, and strife that inevitably follows? If you have to use candles on your cake which I find very childish then how about praying on them if you believe somehow they are connected to the greeks. There is a lot to read and watch about this out there. At the same time, there is nothing wrong if we use these occasions to inculcate Islamic principles in our children, like showing gratitude to Allah, praising Him and seizing the chance of this life in performing good deeds since the older we grow the nearer to the grave we come.. He made me so celebrate. Pharaoh of Egypt, In the book of Genesis we read: And it came to pass the third day, which was PHARAOHS BIRTHDAY, that he made a feast [BIRTHDAY PARTY] unto all his servants: and he lifted up the head of the chief butler and of the chief baker among his servants. All the birthday rituals, games, and ceremonies denote good wishes for the birthday child, but the customs are pagan. We all know that the Prophet and his companions never bothered to celebrate their birthdays since it never occurred to them that it was significant. In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be CHANGED. William F. Dankenbring Paul went on, But now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the firstfruits of them that slept (v. 20). Still, if you ask us, we recommend avoiding celebrating prophets birthday and instead making dua and reading the Quran. Sunan Abi Dawud 4031;Book 34, Hadith 12. Whoever wants to venerate the day on which the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) was born should follow the alternative that is based on Islamic evidence, which is that one should fast on Mondays, not just the day that he was born but every Monday. As mentioned earlier, there is no clear evidence in the Quran or Hadith that suggests celebrating birthdays is haram or halal. My child doesnt understand why he is not allowed to watch certain TV shows, why he is not allowed to do many things other children do. If it is not against the Quran, it is ok. I did a blog post exactly why I hope you enjoy reading it http://al-muallim.weebly.com/1/post/2013/11/birthdays-in-islam-are-birthdays-allowed-in-islam.html. If the Prophet Mohammads companions celebrated birthdays, it should be permissible for Muslims to do so. The ancient Babylonians were celebrating the birth of Baal-Berith (man-God) on this day already. So follow that, and follow not the desires of those who know not. Once a month, the club celebrated with a feast. Should Gods people have anything to do with ceremonies that trace back ancient pagan societies and pagan times, involving pagan practices? And rarely are they the focus of that undivided special attention. He gives us opportunity to make amends and ask for forgiveness. Now I do not intend to mean that you start celebrating your birthday according to the Hijri date. You are condemning the Holy Quran as a partner of man written logs of views of matter. In ancient Rome, the emperor gave huge parties in honor of his own birthday, which included parades, circuses, and gladiatorial combat. The carnal human mind is enmity against God (Romans 8:7). Wise king Solomon wrote in Ecclesiastes, under divine inspiration, A good name is better than precious ointment; and the day of death than the day of birth (Ecclesiastes 7:1, NRSV). Where did the custom of celebrating birthdays come from? Sometimes it may seem difficult to get our balance in these things, but we can do it if we persevere, and do all things in love and wisdom. Maybe youre getting closer to your death but youre also alive to see another year of victory, success, prosperity in faith. In 2011, Muslim leader Darul . Today, if you blow out all your candles in one breath, your wish will come true. Grade: Saheeh (Al-Albani) For this corruption must put on incorruption, and this mortal must put on immortality (I Cor. Jesusas was not the son of God or God incarnate. Be careful what sins you might be gathering in all those who follow your words. But it sounds like if these people want to be a true Muslim then they have to adhere with a true heart to all of those beliefs. We need to be alarmed and never allow Western traditions that are based on individualism, to ruin our families. Please do find out more info from your local mosque. Last year, we did because it was his FIRST birthday, but we dont want to make a habit out of this. My mom obviously got upset, and said that since my husband and I are working on Sunday (my mom babysits our son) that she is going to throw him a little birthday party. Ye shall therefore keep MY statutes and MY judgments which did NOT include birthday celebrations! Behold, they shall be as STUBBLE; the fire shall burn them; they shall not deliver themselves from the power of the flame (Isaiah 47:13-14). Self, self, self! Let us know in the comments below. Thus, if birthdays are celebrated by adopting the above-mentioned customs, it will not be permissible. I feel that birthdays are a gift from God. No, Muslims are not allowed to attend birthday celebrations because they are prohibited from celebrating them in the first place. The answer to this question is that we cannot say for sure which opinion is correct. Any logical person that has been blessed with the knowledge of knowing the exact day of when they were born has no sin in taking that day to celebrate God in his or her life. Islam doesn't allow celebrating birthdays, according to a new fatwa by the Islamic seminary Darul . One of the oldest birthday games is Pin-the-Tail-on-the-Donkey. Tell people youre a modified Muslim if they inquire whether youre a Muslim. Therefore the only two feasts which Muslims celebrate are the day of Adha (sacrifice) and the day of Fitr (breaking the fast) but that does not mean at all that one should not celebrate birthdays and other special occasions in one's life such as wedding anniversary, birthdays etc.. as long as we don't name these occasions as celebrations or . I feel that extremism and going about Islam with an iron fist will gain you no place whatsoever in Jannah. Praise God! You know the extreme way of practicing a religion. This spirit had a mystic relation with the god on whose birthday the individual was born. Everyone has a right to take a decision, if they have the mental capacity, and act on it, including birthday celebrations. Who wrote all this and why are you very sure its authentic? Consider the following quote about the origin of the Roman calendar: For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory; while we look not at the things which are seen (the physical around us), but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal (II Cor. He should ask himself with regards to the preparation he has attained to meet Allah. As salaam alaikum Im really not sure either but I think it has a lot to do with imataing the kufr Im going to send you a link and insha Allah you find yours answers http://immamalbani.blogspot.com/2011/05/al-tashabuh-imitating-kuffar-is.html?m=1, Pingback: Birthdays Keep Your Good Heart, If you follow the Islamic calendar, the birthday you celebrate every year is actually not your real birthday! Keith Pitt, t he Nationals . The pagans do but not true Christians or followers of the Messiah, who seek His blessing on their activities! Every one of us has some, but Allah removes it by trust (in Him). Although we dont want to compromise the word of God, or ever do anything He tells us to avoid, that does not mean we need to offend other people, or set a wrong example toward them. Other Muslims may not celebrate birthdays for cultural reasons because it does not say in the Quran or in valid hadith that we can not celebrate birthdays. Infact, never forget to ask God for your Special Birthday Gift. For in this we GROAN, earnestly desiring to be clothed upon with our house which is FROM HEAVEN. Very few people know were celebrating birthdays originated from. Isolating you, ignoring you, threatening you, disrespecting you in front of your kids just to prove what point? As for your ignorant comment in regards to pedophiles, for your information, we Muslims do not imitate anyone who engage in pedophilia. If even after reading those two things, your doubt still doesnt get cleared, please email it to us here: Jazakumullahu khairan,rabbana zidna ilman nafian innaka antal alim. God inspired the prophet Jeremiah to write,I in plain terms, Hear ye the word which the Lord speaketh unto you, O house of Israel: Thus saith the Lord, LEARN NOT THE WAY OF THE HEATHEN, and be not dismayed at the signs of the heaven (astrology! What is a birthday? The way birthdays are celebrated today, it has become regardless of religious beliefs nor of any serious belief systems. If you do a thorough research on Birthday cakes, youll come to realize Its deeply rooted from Paganism and is probably why hes acting this way. Remember, we have the power to decide how to celebrate our birthdays, so lets decide well.God bless you, All I know is its about your soul. Hi, I think this birthday subject will carry on until the end of times because of ignorant people. And if you want to follow the ignorant people who do not care about Allah and Last Day, follow their jaahiliya traditions and celebrate whatever they celebrate!! Being fundamental is harmful, whether you are Christian (Leviticus), Jew or Muslim. Therefore, as Christians, we should have nothing whatsoever to do with them! do Muslims celebrate birthdaysSome Muslims believe that wishing someone a happy birthday is acceptable because such greetings are simply expressions of gratitude? There is no clear-cut answer to this question as scholars have different opinions on this matter. MashaAllah. Our religion comes from the Quran. Muslims should not celebrate birthdays because their origins are not Islamic. Closer to Jannah. Its roots may have been pagan but it doesnt involve devil worshipping today. Table of Contents [ hide] Did the world begin 2016 years ago? Why Do Some Scholars Say It Is Not Allowed To Celebrate Birthdays? On the other hand they celebrate The prophet Mohammed birthday. Can it not that the innovations he wanted you to avoid be based on innovations that are harmful to the basic sacred tenets of the Muslim belief system? I am sooo frustrated right now and Im so happy that someone else had posted this question. Birthdays are one more Satanic deception, like Christmas and Easter, which foster and inculcate the wrong kind of spirit and demeanor in a child. There are 16 sources of Islam, with Quran being only one of them. These birthday celebrations originated from pagan beliefs. We look forward to and celebrate the second coming of Christ, and the resurrection of the dead saints which will occur at His coming! Im not muslim born converted 6 years ago but recently I feel hes gone very strict All over the cake he refuses to talk to me, washes his own dishes cooks for himself and my children and dresses them he wont allow me to do anything with them all over a cake!! We dont graduate until death, or until the coming of the Lord! Which means less time to make our good deeds. As a result, a devout Muslim should only endeavor to follow the Prophets instructions and refrain from participating in festivities. 2. For we find in the Old Testament that Pharaoh, king of Egypt, celebrated his birthday with a feast, and that Herod, in the New Testament did the same. These are pagan customs vain and foolish rituals nothing but useless pagan SUPERSTITION! Salam all ! The way I look at this situation is that Eid Milad-un-Nabi (Prophets birthday) is a Bidaah as the prophet Muhammad (SAW) and his companions did not celebrate their birthdays. Wow this is an old post. God commands His people, After the DOING OF THE LAND OF EGYPT, wherein ye dwelt, SHALL YE NOT DO: and after the doings of the land of Canaan, whither I bring you, shall ye not do: neither shall ye walk in their ordinances (Leviticus 18:3). If the origins of birthday celebrations are connected to a particular faith, then there is no doubt in its impermissibility. Many Muslims do not celebrate their birthdays because they consider it haram. So I hope someone will respond and tell me why shouldnt I continue this practice. Its called the Hijri calendar. The rich then produce an ox, a horse, a camel, and an ass, roasted whole in an oven; but the poor produce smaller cattle. Lewis writes in Birthdays, When the Christian church sought to substitute the authority of a religious hierarchy for the hegemony of the individual ego, BIRTHDAYS BECOME UNWELCOME REMINDERS OF PAGAN EXCESS and the degradation assumed in Adams heritage. Your relationship with Allah should not be judged, and such celebrations do not have to be considered pagan if you are pure of heart and an celebrate your childs birthday as a gift from Allah his self. Dont ask me who wrote the bible too. As in not celebrating christmas etc Birthdays are actually something that may not have been mentioned in the quran but it would have definetly been mentioned if it was haram. The idea of putting candles on birthday cakes dates back to ancient Greece. I am happy you found Islam and I hope it will help you find peace but I am sad to think you found a Muslim man who is behaving far from Islamic. She made a very good point, keep your opinion to yourself please and learn from her mature perspective. Even other members of our own families may think the same way. I will just mention two: The Prophet sallallahu alayhi wasallam said: He who copies any people is one of them. Its called being nice and being a friend. Except for Jehovahs witnesses and a few other churches we will never stop saying thank you in our own way on that special day. In light of the above, there are few situations with regards to the Shariah (legal) ruling on celebrating birthdays: 1)If it is celebrated by imitating the Kuffar in that all or some of the customs that are unique with the Kuffar are adopted, or acts that are unlawful in Shariah are committed, then there is no doubt in its impermissibility.
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