Sana'a: In a magnificent display of faith, Al-Dhale' Governorate witnessed unprecedented crowds in the Prophet's Square in the districts of Damt and Al-Hasha, as well as in the women's square, on the 12th of Rabi' al-Awwal 1448 AH, celebrating the birth anniversary of the Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him and his family. According to Yemen News Agency, before the start of the celebrations, the two central squares, as well as the women's square, were filled with crowds, reflecting the widespread public and official engagement with this auspicious religious occasion. The governorate's squares were transformed into a vibrant tapestry of faith, adorned with green banners amidst an atmosphere of supplication and remembrance. The crowds carried signs and banners expressing the grandeur of the occasion and the importance of commemorating it, demonstrating their love and devotion to the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him and his family. The celebrating crowds chanted hymns of praise and prayer s for the Prophet, in a spiritual atmosphere filled with joy and jubilation, embodying the depth of their connection and loyalty to the Messenger of Mercy, Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him and his family. The scene, which brought together all segments of society, embodied the pride of the people of Al-Dhali' in commemorating this momentous religious occasion, their deep-rooted faith, and their unwavering identity. It also served as a renewed message to the world about the Prophet's esteemed place in the hearts of Yemenis. This year, the celebrations of the Prophet's birthday in Al-Dhali' witnessed exceptional crowds and a widespread presence that reshaped reality and defined the features of the future. Alongside the festivals in other governorates, it formed a powerful tableau of faith, compelling enemies to reassess their calculations in light of the current circumstances and changes. The celebration of the Prophet's birthday is a natural continuation of the legacy of the Yemeni Ansar, who supporte d him since the dawn of Islam. Today, their descendants renew their loyalty and allegiance to the Prophet as a deeply ingrained Yemeni tradition, reaffirming their unity in confronting the enemies of the nation and their attempts to obliterate religion and faith-based identity. On a regional level, the widespread commemoration of the Prophet's birthday, in light of the Zionist aggression against Palestine, served to awaken the nation's consciousness, motivate the continuation of the struggle, and represent a victory for the oppressed and downtrodden everywhere. The Yemenis, through their enthusiastic celebrations of this occasion, demonstrated their support for the nation and the plight of the Palestinian people, and their unwavering commitment to supporting Islamic causes, adhering to the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad and the path of his message. The massive public turnout also reflected the readiness to continue mobilization and general readiness for any eventuality, particularly in light of the ongoi ng battle to break the siege being waged by the Yemeni armed forces to reclaim the legitimate rights of the Yemeni people. In this regard, the Acting Governor of Al Dhale'a, Abdul Latif Al Shaghdiri, affirmed that the unprecedented mobilization of the province's residents in the central events commemorating the Prophet's birthday is a renewal of their covenant with the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him and his family) and a message that Al Dhale'a will remain steadfast in its adherence to the Prophet and the values of honor and dignity he brought, regardless of the challenges. He pointed out that this symbol of love and loyalty to the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him and his family) represented a Yemeni message of faith, signifying that Yemenis are people of faith and support, embodying strength, courage, and victory for the Holy Quran and the Prophet Muhammad. Al-Shaghdiri stated that the exceptional crowds celebrating the Prophet's birthday in Al-Dhali' province demonstrate d the importance of this occasion, which has become an annual event for strengthening awareness and renewing commitment to the path of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him). The people of Al-Dhali', through their gatherings at the two main events and the women's gathering, demonstrated their connection to the Messenger of Humanity and their emulation of him in word and deed. Furthermore, they are people of faith and wisdom, and symbols of strength and courage, as attested to by the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him and his family).
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