Milad
Birthday, Birth
mee-lahd/miːˈlɑːd/
Meaning & Origin
In Arabic, Milad means 'birthday' or 'birth'. It is derived from the Arabic root word 'walad', which means 'son' or 'child'. In Islamic culture, the birth of a child is considered a great blessing and cause for celebration. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, 'The strongest bond of love is between a man and his child.'
Spiritual meaning
Symbolizes new beginnings, growth, and blessings.
Language details
Milad
Milad means birth or blessed birth in Arabic
میلاد
میلاد کا مطلب ہے پیدائش یا ولادت مبارکہ
ميلاد
ميلاد تعني ولادة أو ميلاد النبي أو الشخص
मिलाद
मिलाद का अर्थ है जन्म या पवित्र जन्म
میلاد
میلاد د پیدائش یا د مبارکې پیدائش معنی
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
mee-lahd
/miːˈlɑːd/
Lucky number
9
Lucky day
Monday
Lucky colors
Life path
1
Lucky stone
Aqeeq
Cultural & Spiritual notes
The annual observance of the Prophet Muhammad's (pbuh) birth is celebrated on the twelfth day of Rabi' al-Awwal, marking a significant cultural tradition in the Islamic world. The occasion is known as Mawlid, and it is marked by various commemorative practices, including reciting poetic devotional works, listening to lectures and sermons, feasting, and charity.
For Muslims, Milad holds great spiritual significance as it serves as a reminder of the extraordinary prophethood of Muhammad (pbuh) and his Divine mission to guide mankind to the straight path. It also highlights the essential role of a parents' love and sacrifice in nurturing a child's growth. Ultimately, celebrating Milad underscores the importance of appreciating the sacredness of life, commemorating the birth of every newborn child, and seeking nearness to Allah through love, devotion and service to others.
Traditional Islamic name - Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture
Historical references
The birth of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is celebrated as Milad un-Nabi, which is a major religious event for Muslims. This tradition is believed to have originated in the city of Medina in the 7th century CE, during the early Islamic period.
7th century CE
Milad is also the name given to the birth anniversary of Imam Husain (AS), the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and the third Shia Imam. The observance of Milad-e-Husain is especially significant in the Shia community and is believed to have originated in the city of Karbala, Iraq, during the late 7th or early 8th century CE.
Late 7th or early 8th century CE
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