Religious Observances on September 5
1. Mawlid al-Nabi (Islam – Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday)
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Why These Days Matter
- Mawlid al-Nabi or Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi commemorates the birth of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). It is celebrated by many Muslims around the world, including parts of India, depending on the lunar calendar.
- In 2025, it is expected to fall on September 5 in many regions following moon sighting confirmations—most notably, local religious bodies in nagpur announced celebrations to mark the 1500th birth anniversary of the Prophet on that date.
- The United Arab Emirates also declared September 5 a public holiday to observe Mawlid al-Nabi.
- Institutional calendars and multiple interfaith sources list Mawlid al-Nabi as the religious observance falling on September 5.
- Onam is Kerala’s most important annual festival, celebrated with feasts, floral decorations (Pookalam), cultural performances, and rituals honoring king Mahabali.
- While the festival spans several days, Thiruvonam, its main day, often falls on September 5—making it a significant religious and cultural holiday in Kerala.
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| Religion/Culture | Festival/Holiday | Significance |
| Islam | Mawlid al-Nabi | Birth of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) |
| Hindu (Kerala) | Onam (Thiruvonam) | Harvest festival honoring king Mahabali |
Why These Days Matter
- Mawlid al-Nabi is a deeply spiritual day marked by special prayers, recitations of the Quran, gatherings, and community meals—signifying love and respect for the Prophet.
- Onam, though cultural, is rooted in Hindu religious traditions as devotees worship Lord Vamana (an avatar of Vishnu) and celebrate the mythical homecoming of king Mahabali.
- It marks Mawlid al-Nabi, a widely observed Islamic holiday celebrating the Prophet Muhammad’s birth.
- In Kerala, it often coincides with Thiruvonam, the centerpiece of the grand onam festival.