Mawlid an-Nabi facts for kids
Mawlid an-Nabi is a special day in Islamic calendar to remember the birth of Prophet Muhammad. The day falls on the 12th day of Rabiul Awal of Islamic lunar calendar every year. Every year, Muslims around the world celebrate the day by large street processions, distributing food and charity and talks and sermons about the life of the prophet.
The day is recognised as a public holiday in most Muslim countries with the exception of Saudi Arabia.
Images for kids
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The Garebeg festival celebrating Mawlid in Yogyakarta, Java Island, Indonesia.
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Sekaten fair in Indonesia, a week-long celebration of Mawlid.
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A banner with Maulid greetings in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
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Mawlid an-Nabawi celebrations in Cairo in 1878
See also
In Spanish: Mawlid para niños
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