Is celebrating female students' birthdays with the intention of encouraging their commitment and offering legitimate gifts unlawful (haram)?
Source: FtawySummary from Ftawy's records · added here Sep 2, 2026
We have previously explained the prohibition of celebrating birthdays. The good intention mentioned by the questioner does not justify committing a prohibited act, as there are alternatives. She can hold the celebration on a permissible occasion, such as memorizing a certain amount of the Quran.
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