![]() He cited examples of 9th and 10th century Muslim societies which excelled in different fields of knowledge and established vibrant centres of learning such as Dar-ul- Ilm, Al - Azhar University and Al - Qarawiyyan. The text of the Quran is replete with verses inviting man to use his intellect. The Keynote Lecture was delivered by Mr Sohail Muhammad Ali, an Ismaili Muslim scholar from Pakistan, who focused on the role on Knowledge in Islam and emphasised that useful knowledge is necessary for the benefit of self-development and for the progress of humanity. Hence Islam’s consistent encouragement to Muslim men and women to seek knowledge wherever it is to be found.” She talked about “how the Qur’an itself acknowledges that people upon whom wisdom has been bestowed are the recipients of abundant good they are the exalted ones. In her opening remarks, Vice President Naznin Jaffer of His Highness Prince Aga Khan Shia Imami Ismaili National Council for Uganda welcomed the guests and reflected on the teachings of the Prophet (PBUH) and his emphasis on seeking knowledge. ![]() This year’s Milad Lecture and celebration was organised by His Highness Prince Aga Khan Shia Imami Ismaili National Council for Uganda and the occasion started with the recitation of verses from the Holy Quran and renditions of Naats. It falls on 12 Rabi-ul-Awwal of the Islamic lunar calendar. Milad un Nabi, which is being celebrated today, marks the birthday of the Prophet Muhammed (Peace Be Upon Him). – International Seerat Conference, Karachi, Pakistan, 1976. His example of integrity, loyalty, honesty, generosity, both of means and of time his solicitude for the poor, the weak and the sick his steadfastness in friendship his humility in success his magnanimity in victory his simplicity his wisdom in conceiving new solutions for problems which could not be solved by traditional methods without affecting the fundamental concepts of Islam – surely all these are foundations which, correctly understood and sincerely interpreted, must enable us to conceive what should be a truly modern and dynamic Islamic society in the years ahead. The Holy Prophet's life gives us every fundamental guideline that we require to resolve the problem as successfully as our human minds and intellects can visualise. In observing Milad-un-Nabi, it is timely to revisit Mawlana Hazar Imam's reflections on the relevance of the Prophet's life to modern Islamic society: Many Muslims came forward to share their material resources, as well as their time and talent, to help the Prophet stabilise and strengthen the institutions of din and dunya – faith and society. ![]() He was able to overcome these through his own example of tolerance, trustworthiness and compassion, and, above all, because of the manifest justice of the message he delivered. The Prophet faced considerable social and cultural challenges, given the prevailing norms and customs in Arabia. He emphasised the dignity of humankind through care for the poor and marginalised, the importance of justice and equity in building a peaceful society, and he cultivated a pluralist outlook in which human diversity was valued and cherished. While he led the ummah through the interpretation of faith, his leadership also brought about a new ethical outlook – an Islamic social conscience inspired by Allah's revelation. ![]() ![]() Prophet Muhammad's life established a paradigm which Muslims have looked to over the past 1400 years. At the age of 40, he received his first revelation from Allah, marking the commencement of his mission as Allah's last and final messenger. This week, Muslims around the world commemorate Milad-un-Nabi, literally meaning the “birth of the Prophet.” Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family) was born in Mecca in the year 570 CE and grew up to be a respected merchant, known for his honesty, integrity and trustworthiness. ![]()
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