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Shiavault - a Vault of Shia Islamic Books The Light (s) (the Paragon of Virtue) Muslims throughout the world will be celebrating the birth anniversary of (s) during the month of Rabi-ul-Awwal, beginning on 12th and culminating on 17th. In fact, the Maulid ceremonies continue to be observed throughout the month in various mosques, religious institutions, and even in the private homes. By Dr. Ja'far Tijani The Prophet (s) was born in 570 A.D.

He appeared at a time when the society was prepared for him. Not only the Arabian peninsular but the whole world at large was prepared for his coming. In fact, the whole ancient world was longing for the appearance of a man to guide them.

History bears witness that he established the most creative of all faiths, and the most profound for the cultivation of knowledge and spirituality: "Seek knowledge from the cradle to the grave." "Seek knowledge even if it were in China." "Seeking knowledge is incumbent on every Muslim man and a Muslim woman." The Prophet (s) awakened to new life the dormant minds of human beings and created a suitable environment for their cultivation.

He drove away the idol worshippers and instructed them in the mysteries of, profession of the unity of God and how to live and die with dignity. As a result of his teachings the idolaters gave way to monotheism; ignorance yielded to knowledge and sciences; brotherliness, compassion and other human virtues took the place of hostility, hatred and discord. The messenger of Allah was the paragon of virtue as echoed by the verses of the Qur'an.

"Verily in the Messenger of Allah you have an excellent pattern (of conduct)." (33:21) "And lo! You (Muhammad) are of a tremendous nature." (68:4) Allah has presented a beautiful pattern of conduct and character of the Prophet (s). He has been sent into this world as the greatest exemplar and the perfect model and the best pattern of a flawless righteous life on earth. The sublime moral excellence of the Prophet (s) manifested in every aspect of his life, private as well as public.

He himself has said: "Indeed I have been sent to accomplish noble traits of character. He is also reported to have said: "Allah has inculcated in me refined manners and He has embellished my moral example." No one could read the excellence in the qualities that possessed. His virtue, the magnanimity of his character, and his love for mankind were recognised even during his lifetime.