In Kizlyar, Dagestan, a large Quran evening took place to celebrate Mawlid al-Nabi (the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad), Dagestan's Unity Day, and the birthday of the republic's mufti, Ahmad Abdulaev. The event drew around 20,000 participants, including scholars and theologians from Russia and abroad, as well as local residents and visitors. Shamil Bagandaliyev, chairman of the Kizlyar Council of Imams and one of the organizers, shared details with TASS.
The Quran evening marked several important events, including the birth of the Prophet Muhammad, the unity of Dagestan, and Mufti Ahmad Abdulaev's 65th birthday. The gathering attracted not only Muslims but also people from various faiths, fostering a spirit of unity and warmth. The program began with a collective prayer, followed by gifts of refreshments for participants. Lectures were delivered by prominent theologians, including Habib Hussein Assakaf, and a special prayer (dua) was made for soldiers involved in the special military operation (SMO).
A notable guest was the Mufti of the Lugansk People’s Republic, Muhammad Ismail Gambarov, who thanked the people of Dagestan for their support, including humanitarian aid. His message emphasized the solidarity and faith of the Dagestani people.
Throughout the evening, many congratulatory messages were offered to Mufti Ahmad Abdulaev, who was praised for his dedication to Dagestan and its people. Abdulla Salimov, chairman of the Muftiate of Dagestan, highlighted the mufti's patriotism and contributions.
About the Holidays
Dagestan's Unity Day, celebrated annually on September 15, commemorates the republic’s victory over Nadir Shah’s troops in the mid-18th century. Mawlid al-Nabi, the third most important Islamic holiday after Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Fitr, celebrates the Prophet Muhammad's birth.
The event was organized by the Dagestan Muftiate, with support from the Ministry of National Policy and Religious Affairs and the Kizlyar city administration.
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Based on materials from TASS