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The Real Birth Date of the Prophet (PBUH)

August 25, 2026

Many Muslims believe that the birthday of the Prophet (PBUH) was on the 12th of Rabi al-Awwal. Dr. Yasir Qadhi holds a very interesting discussion about the Prophet’s birthday. We…