Muslim Council of Elders Congratulates Arab and Islamic Nations on Prophet Muhammad's Birthday

The Muslim Council of Elders, chaired by His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, extends its congratulations to the Arab and Islamic nations as well as the entire world, on the occasion of the noble Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) birthday.

The Council affirms that the birth of the Prophet was a momentous event that marked a significant turning point in human history as he was sent as a mercy and a light to all worlds, guiding people from darkness to light, spreading the values of peace, justice, tolerance, and coexistence among humanity. As mentioned in the Holy Quran: {And We have not sent you, [O Muhammad], except as a mercy to the worlds.}

On this occasion, the Muslim Council of Elders calls upon the Islamic Ummah to emulate the noble characteristics of the Prophet, as stated in the Quran: {And indeed, you are of a great moral character.}. 

It also encourages reviving the Prophetic Sunnah, studying his life, and following his guidance in all aspects of our lives. 

The Council affirmed that the divine and ethical knowledge enriched by the teachings of the Prophethood constitutes the roadmap to salvation for Arabs, Muslims, and the entire world.

Furthermore, the Muslim Council of Elders calls upon the Western world to engage in a fair study of the life of the Prophet (PBUH) and to abandon all forms of racism, hatred, and discrimination while refraining from disrespecting religious symbols, sanctities, and scriptures.