President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir and Prime Minister Tarique Rahman have extended heartfelt greetings and Mubarakbad to the people of Bangladesh and Muslims across the world on the occasion of holy Eid-e-Miladunnabi, which will be observed on Wednesday.
In a message, President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir described the advent of Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) as the greatest and most epoch-making event in human history.
He said the Prophet (PBUH) emerged as a messenger of welfare and salvation for all humanity in this world and the hereafter.
The Holy Quran, a complete code of life and guidance for humankind, was revealed to him, while Islam was established as a religion of peace based on equality, brotherhood and humanity, said Mirza Fakhrul.
The President said Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), through his life and deeds, set an unparalleled example of truth, justice, forgiveness, compassion and human dignity. He upheld the rights of orphans, the poor, the helpless and the deprived, while providing clear guidance on the rights of women, children, neighbours and working people.
He said the lessons of human dignity, rights, equality, justice and mutual responsibility that the Prophet (PBUH) conveyed in his Farewell Hajj (last sermon) remain universal and should always be followed by humanity.
The President observed that the Prophet’s (PBUH) ideals of peace, justice, tolerance, love and humanity are even more relevant in today’s world, which is beset by wars, conflicts, violence, discrimination and intolerance.
He called upon all to draw inspiration from the life and teachings of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), shun hatred, hostility, division and injustice, and pledge to build a just society and state based on peace, harmony, equality and humanity.
President Mirza Fakhrul prayed to Almighty Allah for His mercy, blessings, peace and welfare upon Bangladesh and people across the world.
He also prayed for divine guidance to enable all to follow the life and teachings of Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH).
In a separate message, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman extended heartfelt greetings and best wishes to the Muslim Ummah across the world, including Muslims in Bangladesh, on the occasion of the holy Eid-e-Miladunnabi (PBUH).
The Prime Minister said the auspicious arrival of Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH), the Holy Prophet and Messenger of Allah, was a unique and glorious event in the history of human civilisation.
“His advent opened a new horizon of truth and light for humanity. The Prophet (PBUH) called people towards Tawhid and taught them truth, justice, equality, brotherhood, humanity and peace,” he said.
“His life and teachings have become an eternal guide and model for mankind,” the premier added.
Quoting the Holy Quran (Surah Al-Ahzab, verse 21), Tarique Rahman said, “Indeed, in the Messenger of Allah you have a good example to follow.”
He said the life of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) reflected the teachings of the Holy Quran and embodied truthfulness, trustworthiness, justice, forgiveness, tolerance, kindness and altruism.
The Prime Minister said the Prophet (PBUH) upheld the dignity and rights of all people, transcending differences of race, colour, tribe, language and social status. He also emphasised compassion and responsibility towards orphans, the poor, helpless and deprived, while giving special importance to the rights of family members, neighbours, women, children and marginalised people.
“His teachings do not divide people, rather strengthen the bond of brotherhood, harmony and mutual responsibility,” he said.
The PM observed that the world is currently facing various crises, including war, conflict, violence, discrimination, intolerance and moral degradation, which are disrupting peace, security and normal life.
“At such a time, the teachings of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) on peace, justice, compassion, forgiveness and humanity are very relevant,” he added.
He said following the Prophet’s life and philosophy could help build a peaceful and welfare-oriented society based on justice, responsibility and human values at individual, family, social and state levels.
Referring to the young generation as the future of the country, Tarique Rahman said the life and ideals of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) could inspire young people to stay away from drugs, terrorism, extremism and crime and remain steadfast on the path of truth and justice.
He said the Prophet’s teachings were important not only to the religious and spiritual life of Muslims but also to the development of human and moral values.
“His ideals must be embodied in our personal lives, family lives and social behaviour. We can build a peaceful, just and humane Bangladesh only by strengthening mutual respect, compassion, tolerance and a sense of justice,” the Prime Minister added.
He prayed to Almighty Allah to grant all the ability to follow the life and Sunnah of the Holy Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) and to establish peace, justice, equality, prosperity and humanity in Bangladesh and across the world.
