Prayer TimesIt is permissible (mubah) for Muslims to greet each other and offer well wishes on Friday; this is allowed in Islam. There is neither reward nor sin specifically attached to it. This is because congratulating someone on Friday aligns with the general objectives of Shariah.
Allah says in the Qur’an: “Speak kindly to people” (al-Baqarah, 2:83).
The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) explained: “A good word is charity” (Bukhari, Muslim).
Congratulating each other on Friday has been a tradition among Muslims for centuries. In the past, Muslims would share their happiness, offer good wishes, and pray for one another on this day. ‘Abdullah ibn Mas‘ud (may Allah be pleased with him) said: “Whatever the Muslims see as good, it is good in the sight of Allah” (Ahmad).
Furthermore, many significant and important events in human history occurred on a Friday. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said:
“Friday is the best of days on which the sun rises. Adam (peace be upon him) was created on Friday, entered Paradise on Friday, and was expelled from Paradise on Friday. The Day of Judgment will also occur on a Friday” (Muslim).
Additionally, the reward for acts of worship performed on Friday is greater than on other days. Therefore, a believer who has faith in his heart recognizes the value of Friday and strives to spend it in accordance with the commands of the Creator, seeking His pleasure.
Hazrat ‘Umar (may Allah be pleased with him) said: “All praise is due to Allah! (Our Lord) has made Friday and the Day of ‘Arafah festivals for us Muslims” (Tabari).
Thus, just as it is appropriate to offer congratulations on festivals, it is also commendable to offer good wishes and congratulations on Friday. The above hadith is evidence that Friday is also a festival. Spending this day in a joyful mood, using pleasant fragrances, performing acts of worship, inquiring about each other’s well-being, and offering good wishes is not contrary to Shariah. Saying things like “May your Friday be blessed” or “Jumu‘ah Mubarak” are considered good wishes. However, offering congratulations or good wishes is a personal choice; it is not obligatory (wajib) or a Sunnah. We do not consider someone sinful for not doing it.
Prepared by Hasan AMANKUL
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