THE NAME OF ALLAH, THE MOST MERCIFUL, THE MOST MERCIFUL
Blessed City of Tivaouane
: COSKAS Commemoration of the Prophet’s Birth 1447 AH / 2026
General Theme: « Uniting Hearts and Words through the Word of Oneness: La ilaha illa Allah (There is no god but Allah). »
Praise be to Allah, Lord of the Worlds, who has made the commemoration of the birth of the Seal of the Prophets, our master Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him), a privileged occasion to rekindle faith, draw upon the lessons of the past, and build a future filled with light, peace, and righteousness.
Allah, the Exalted, says: « Indeed, in the Messenger of Allah you have an excellent example. »
The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) also said: « I have only been sent to perfect noble character. » The celebration of Mawlid is thus an opportunity to rekindle the moral and spiritual values that form the foundation of any prosperous society. No community can hope for progress without the virtues of justice, fraternity, mercy, and mutual respect.
On this subject, the revered Sheikh El Hadj Malick Sy. May Allah be pleased with him) wrote in his famous Nouniyya: “Her birth is a source of honor and blessings; extolling her is the path that leads to the fulfillment of the noblest aspirations.”
This year’s theme reflects the directives of the Caliph General of the Tijaniyya Sufi order, His Eminence Sheikh Abou Bakr Sy Mansour (may Allah preserve him), in a global context marked by divisions, conflicts, social fractures, and the erosion of human values. Too often, the law of the strongest prevails at the expense of justice, solidarity, and human dignity.
As the poet says: « Everyone claims to love Layla, but Layla recognizes none of them. »
Our societies are not spared from these challenges, whether they are social, political, economic, or cultural.
Therefore, the Scientific and Cultural Commission proposes to address the following areas of reflection under the general theme « Uniting Hearts and Words through the Word of Oneness »:
- How can unity be achieved under the banner of « La ilaha illa Allah » (There is no god but Allah)? The Oneness of Allah constitutes the strongest bond that can unite believers. Allah says: « Hold fast, all of you, to the rope of Allah and do not be divided. »
(may Allah be pleased with him) wrote in his famous Nuniyya: « His birth is a source of honor and blessings; exalting him is the path that leads to the fulfillment of the noblest aspirations. »
This year’s theme reflects the directives of the Caliph General of the Tijaniyya Sufi order, His Eminence Sheikh Abu Bakr Sy Mansour (may Allah preserve him), in a global context marked by divisions, conflicts, social fractures, and the erosion of human values. Too often, the law of the strongest prevails at the expense of justice, solidarity, and human dignity.
As the poet says, « Everyone claims to love Layla, but Layla recognizes none of them. »
Our societies are not spared from these challenges, whether they are social, political, economic, or cultural.
This is why the Scientific and Cultural Commission proposes to address the following areas of reflection under the general theme « Uniting Hearts and Words through the Word of Oneness »:
- How can we achieve unity under the banner of « La ilaha illa Allah » (There is no god but Allah)?
- The Oneness of Allah constitutes the strongest bond that can unite believers. Allah says: “Hold fast, all of you, to the rope of Allah and do not be divided.”
(may Allah be pleased with him) wrote in his famous Nuniyya: “His birth is a source of honor and blessings; « Exalting it is the path that leads to the fulfillment of the noblest aspirations. »
This year’s theme reflects the directives of the Caliph General of the Tijaniyya Sufi order, His Eminence Sheikh Abou Bakr Sy Mansour (may God preserve him), in a global context marked by divisions, conflicts, social fractures, and the erosion of human values. Too often, the law of the strongest prevails at the expense of justice, solidarity, and human dignity.
As the poet says, « Everyone claims to love Layla, but Layla recognizes none of them. »
Our societies are not spared from these challenges, whether they are social, political, economic, or cultural.
Therefore, the Scientific and Cultural Commission proposes to address the following areas of reflection under the general theme « Uniting Hearts and Words through the Word of Oneness »:
- How can unity be achieved under the banner of « La ilaha illa Allah » (There is no god but Allah)? The Oneness of Allah constitutes the strongest bond that can unite believers. Allah says: « Hold fast, all of you, to the rope of Allah and do not be divided. »
(may Allah be pleased with him) wrote in his famous Nuniyya: « His birth is a source of honor and blessings; exalting him is the path that leads to the fulfillment of the noblest aspirations. »
This year’s theme reflects the directives of the Caliph General of the Tijaniyya Sufi order, His Eminence Sheikh Abu Bakr Sy Mansour (may Allah preserve him), in a global context marked by divisions, conflicts, social fractures, and the erosion of human values. Too often, the law of the strongest prevails at the expense of justice, solidarity, and human dignity.
As the poet says, “Everyone claims to love Layla, but Layla recognizes none of them.” Our societies are not spared from these challenges, whether they are social, political, economic, or cultural. This is why the Scientific and Cultural Commission proposes to address the following areas of reflection under the general theme “Uniting Hearts and Words through the Word of Oneness”:
- How can we achieve unity under the banner of “La ilaha illa Allah” (There is no god but Allah)?
- The Oneness of Allah constitutes the strongest bond that can unite believers. Allah says: “Hold fast, all of you, to the rope of Allah and do not be divided.”
- the Paths and Mechanisms of Unity. Islam offers many ways to strengthen the unity of the community. Allah says: “Help one another in righteousness and piety, and do not help one another in sin and transgression.” The Prophet also taught: “You will not enter Paradise until you believe, and you will not believe until you love one another. Shall I tell you something that will increase love among you? Spread peace among yourselves.”
- Obstacles to Unity and the Means of Overcoming Them. Divisions often arise from mistrust. The Paths and Mechanisms of Unity. Islam offers many ways to strengthen the unity of the community. Allah says: “Help one another in righteousness and piety, but do not help one another in sin and transgression.” The Prophet also taught: “You will not enter Paradise until you believe, and you will not believe until you love one another. Shall I tell you something that will increase love among you? Spread peace among you.”
- Obstacles to Unity and the Means of Overcoming Them. Divisions Often Arise from Mistrust.
- The Paths and Mechanisms of Unification. Islam offers many ways to strengthen the unity of the community. Allah says: “Help one another in righteousness and piety, and do not help one another in sin and transgression.” Obstacles to Unity and the Means of Overcoming Them. Divisions Often Arise from Mistrust.
Strengthening fraternal bonds requires purity of heart, respect for others, and sincere dialogue.
- The role of religious celebrations in strengthening unity. When organized with wisdom and sincerity, major religious events become privileged spaces for fraternity, solidarity, sharing knowledge, maintaining family ties, assisting the most vulnerable, and disseminating Islamic values.
The Mawlid, the activities of religious circles, conferences, spiritual gatherings, and other events all provide opportunities to consolidate community cohesion of community.
Note:
The distinguished teachers and speakers invited to address these various themes are free to develop them according to the needs of the context, local realities, and the expectations of their audience, while remaining faithful to the spirit of the overall theme.
We implore Allah, the Most High, to grant everyone success in what pleases Him, to strengthen the unity of our community, and to make this commemoration a source of blessings, peace, and spiritual renewal.
Allah is the Guarantor of success and the Guide to the straight path.
Scientific and Cultural Committee of the COSKAS Organization.
President: El Hadj Moustapha Sy, Moudir.