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Ethiopian Muslims call for solidarity on the birth of Mohammed

Addis Ababa, Sep 15 (Prensa Latina) The Ethiopian Supreme Council of Islamic Affairs today called on its community to embrace solidarity and tolerance during the celebrations for the 1499 Mawlid al-Nabi, a holiday marking the birth of Prophet Muhammad.

Speaking to the Ethiopian Press Agency, Council Executive Member Sheikh Abdulhamid Ahmed highlighted the rich history of peaceful coexistence between Muslims and Christians in Ethiopi and encouraged the current generation to honor this legacy.

Ahmed pointed out that despite inevitable disagreements, the essence of Islam is rooted in peace.

As chairman of the National Committee for the Celebration of the Birth of Prophet Muhammad, he said that ‘humanity itself brings peace, and the central message of Islam is peace’.

In that regard, he called on the community to help vulnerable people and engage with neighbors during the festive period.

This year’s celebration at the Anwar Grand Mosque in Addis Ababa included donations of educational materials for students from low-income families and a school feeding program.

Under the theme ‘Prophet of Peace’, the festivities aim to promote the teachings of Prophet Muhammad.

In addition, the head of Foreign Relations at the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Adam Kamil, reinforced this message by advocating collective efforts for the growth of the nation, while denouncing divisive attitudes.

‘Now is the time for unity to protect our country from invaders and warmongers,’ he stressed.

Muslims around the world celebrate Mawlid al-Nabi, the 12th day of the Rabi’ al-Awwal Islamic month to remember the virtues of the prophet, including love, mercy, compassion, benevolence, generosity and justice he displayed for humanity.

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