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Date and Significance: Hazrat Ali's Birthday, celebrated by the Shia Muslim community, marks the birth of Ali ibn Abi Talib, the first Imam according to Shia Islam and the fourth Caliph of the Rashidun Caliphate according to Sunni tradition. In India, this day falls on the 13th day of Rajab, the seventh month of the Islamic lunar calendar. Hazrat Ali is highly respected for his courage, knowledge, belief in justice, and loyalty to Prophet Muhammad.
History: Hazrat Ali was born inside the sacred sanctuary of Kaaba in Mecca around 600 AD. He is considered by Shias as the rightful immediate successor to Prophet Muhammad. His life is celebrated for his leadership, valiant exploits in battles defending Islam, and his wisdom.
Traditions: On this auspicious occasion:
Faithful Gatherings: Shia Muslims gather at mosques and religious centers for special prayers and sermons dedicated to Hazrat Ali's life and virtues.
Recitation: The recitation of 'Manqabat' (poetic hymns) which laud Imam Ali’s bravery and spirituality is a common practice.
Processions: In several parts of India, processions are carried out where people chant praises and showcase banners with religious inscriptions related to Hazrat Ali.
Charity: People engage in charitable acts such as feeding the poor or contributing towards community welfare as a mark of respect.
Festive Foods: Special dishes are prepared at homes and distributed among family, friends, and neighbors.
What People Do:
Prayers: Devotees attend special prayers at mosques or shrines dedicated to Imam Ali.
Spiritual Recitations: Many devotees read passages from the Quran or Nahjul Balagha (a collection attributed to Hazrat Ali's sermons and letters).
Cultural Events: Cultural programs highlighting Islamic history may be organized by community groups.
Overall, Hazarat Ali's birthday is observed with reverence and serves as an occasion for Muslims in India to reflect upon their faith and uphold values that Hazrat Ali embodied during his lifetime.
