Brunei celebrates Prophet's birthday
Sunday, April 1, 2007
THE sounds of cannons echoed in the capital yesterday morning marking the anniversary of the Prophet Muhammad's (Peace Be Upon Him) birthday anniversary.
His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzadin Waddaulah , Sultan dan Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darrusalam, joined thousands in a mass gathering and led a procession to mark the auspicious occasion in the capital.
Upon arrival at the Taman Haji Sir Muda Omar 'Ali Saifuddien, His Majesty was greeted by the Minister of Religious Affairs Pehin Jawatan Luar Pekerma Raja Dato Seri Utama Dr Ustaz Hj Md Zain Hj Serudin.
With His Majesty were His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah, the Crown Prince and Senior Minister at the Prime Minister's Office; His Royal Highness Prince Mohamed Bolkiah; His Royal Highness Prince Abdul Malik and His Royal Highness Prince Abdul Mateen.
The function began with the reading of the Surah Al-Fatihah led by the State Mufti, Pehin Datu Seri Maharaja Dato Paduka Seri Setia Ustaz Hj Awg Abdul Aziz Juned.
"It is hoped that this gathering will strengthen the vision and increase awareness (ilitizam) of Muslims in the country, to lead a life in accordance with religion, to take heed of the teachings of Islam and follow in the steps of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)" said the minister of Religious Affairs in his welcoming speech.
The mass procession led by His Majesty along with members of the royal family covered a total of 4.3 kilometres along the main streets of the capital.
Yesterday's procession was also carried out in all other districts of the sultanate, with a total of 20,150 participants in Temburong, Belait and Tutong. In Tutong and Temburong, the event took place at each district's community hall, while Belait residents assembled at the district municipal department grounds.
His Majesty in a telecast titah to mark the Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) birthday anniversary had reminded Muslims in the country to keep in mind the contributions, teachings and leadership of the Prophet (PBUH), which His Majesty noted, made the world peaceful and prosperous with the Prophet's guidance. Among other things, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) had ensured that Muslims were united by making them brothers and sisters in Islam without consideration of their skin colour or race. If this leadership style is adopted, Muslims will never be at conflict or at war among themselves, their unity will become much stronger and prosperity will be secured more easily.
Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was born on 12 Rabiulawal in the year 571 AC in the holy city of Mekah. The occasion is observed and celebrated by Muslims all over the world, who organise public meetings, prayers, sermons, and other religious events.The Brunei Times
His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzadin Waddaulah , Sultan dan Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darrusalam, joined thousands in a mass gathering and led a procession to mark the auspicious occasion in the capital.
Upon arrival at the Taman Haji Sir Muda Omar 'Ali Saifuddien, His Majesty was greeted by the Minister of Religious Affairs Pehin Jawatan Luar Pekerma Raja Dato Seri Utama Dr Ustaz Hj Md Zain Hj Serudin.
With His Majesty were His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah, the Crown Prince and Senior Minister at the Prime Minister's Office; His Royal Highness Prince Mohamed Bolkiah; His Royal Highness Prince Abdul Malik and His Royal Highness Prince Abdul Mateen.
The function began with the reading of the Surah Al-Fatihah led by the State Mufti, Pehin Datu Seri Maharaja Dato Paduka Seri Setia Ustaz Hj Awg Abdul Aziz Juned.
"It is hoped that this gathering will strengthen the vision and increase awareness (ilitizam) of Muslims in the country, to lead a life in accordance with religion, to take heed of the teachings of Islam and follow in the steps of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)" said the minister of Religious Affairs in his welcoming speech.
The mass procession led by His Majesty along with members of the royal family covered a total of 4.3 kilometres along the main streets of the capital.
Yesterday's procession was also carried out in all other districts of the sultanate, with a total of 20,150 participants in Temburong, Belait and Tutong. In Tutong and Temburong, the event took place at each district's community hall, while Belait residents assembled at the district municipal department grounds.
His Majesty in a telecast titah to mark the Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) birthday anniversary had reminded Muslims in the country to keep in mind the contributions, teachings and leadership of the Prophet (PBUH), which His Majesty noted, made the world peaceful and prosperous with the Prophet's guidance. Among other things, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) had ensured that Muslims were united by making them brothers and sisters in Islam without consideration of their skin colour or race. If this leadership style is adopted, Muslims will never be at conflict or at war among themselves, their unity will become much stronger and prosperity will be secured more easily.
Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was born on 12 Rabiulawal in the year 571 AC in the holy city of Mekah. The occasion is observed and celebrated by Muslims all over the world, who organise public meetings, prayers, sermons, and other religious events.The Brunei Times
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