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Q: Is it acceptable for Muslims to say “Happy Birthday” to others?
A: Celebrating birthdays is a custom of the kuffaar. As Muslims, we are commanded to refrain from emulating the kuffaar as well as adopting their ways. Nabi (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) said:
من تشبه بقوم فهو منهم
The one who emulates a people will be counted from amongst them (in the court of Allah Ta’ala).
Hence, it is not right at all for a Muslim to say “happy birthday” to another person on his birthday.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
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