ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) - Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has said that in today’s turbulent era, mere reading about the life of Holy Prophet (Peace Be Upon Him) is not enough rather “we must follow his teachings in letter and spirit”.
The solutions to the current era challenges was only in completely following the Holy Prophet’s (PBUH) vision and principles, he said in his message on 12th Rabiul Awwal, 1446.
The prime minister extended greetings to the entire Muslim Ummah, especially the people of Pakistan, on the occasion of Eid Milad-un-Nabi (PBUH) – the birth anniversary of Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him).
He urged the nation to follow the teachings of Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), emphasizing support for the vulnerable, prioritizing those struggling with poverty and hunger, and adopting a habit of helping others.
He emphasized that it was incumbent upon us all to follow the Prophet’s (PBUH) examples of helping and benefiting others, with special attention to those suffering from poverty, hunger, and hardships.
The Prime Minister said, “Today, we celebrate the blessed day when Allah Almighty bestowed divine guidance upon humanity through the birth of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), illuminating our path until the Day of Judgment.”
He said, “The virtuous life, exemplary character, and noble teachings of Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) serve as a radiant beacon, illuminating the path for all humanity, and his guidance will perpetually inspire and enlighten every individual’s life journey.”
The Prophet (PBUH) through his words and deeds presented a model that how the human beings could achieve prosperity and harmony by upholding the universal principles of love, tolerance, and justice, he added.
The Prophet (PBUH), he said, instilled in his followers the values of unity, love, and brotherhood, which “are the keys to overcoming our social and economic challenges.”
“Let us commit on this occasion to set aside our differences and work together for the progress and prosperity of our beloved,” the prime minister remarked.
PM Shehbaz urged the nation to express solidarity with the oppressed Palestinian and Kashmiri people, who were suffering from brutal oppression.
He strongly condemned the worst atrocities inflicted upon innocent civilians in Gaza and Palestine, as well as the persistent human rights violations in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir.
Citing that the Holy Prophet (PBUH) championed justice, freedom, and human rights, he said, “We must now stand in solidarity with the oppressed.” He prayed that Allah Almighty grant liberation and justice to the people of Palestine and Kashmir, alleviating their sufferings.
“It is our responsibility to advocate for these oppressed nations at every world forum and persuade the global community to support their cause,” he added.
The prime minister called on the nation to commit on the blessed occasion to embrace Holy Prophet’s (PBUH) teachings, and strive to build a society that embodies equality, peace, and harmony.
‘May Allah Almighty make Pakistan a cradle of peace, progress, and prosperity, and guide us to tread on the path of Holy Prophet (PBUH). Amen,” he concluded.