Part of a series on Islamic culture
Architecture
Arabic · Azeri Indo-Islamic · Iwan · Malay Moorish · Moroccan · Mughal Ottoman · Persian · Somali Sudano-Sahelian · Tatar
Art
Calligraphy · Miniature · Rugs
Dress
Abaya · Agal · Boubou Burqa · Chador · Jellabiya Niqab · Salwar kameez · Songkok/Peci Taqiya · kufiya  · Thawb Jilbab · Hijab
Holidays
Ashura · Arba'een · al-Ghadeer Chaand Raat · al-Fitr · al-Adha Imamat Day · al-Kadhim New Year · Isra and Mi'raj al-Qadr · Mawlid · Ramadan Mugam · Mid-Sha'ban al-Taiyyab
Literature
Arabic · Azeri · Bengali Indonesian · Javanese · Kashmiri Kurdish · Malay · Persian · Punjabi · Sindhi Somali · South Asian · Turkish · Urdu
Martial arts
Silat · Kurash
Music
Dastgah · Ghazal · Madih nabawi Maqam · Mugam · Nasheed Qawwali
Theatre
Karagöz and Hacivat Ta'zieh · Wayang
Islam Portal v t e

For more details on Eid al-Ghadeer, see Hadith of Ghadeer Khumm

Eid al-Ghadeer is a festive day observed by Shia Muslims on the 18th of Dhu al-Hijjah in the Islamic calendar to commemorate the appointment of Ali ibn Abi Talib by the Islamic prophet Muhammad as his immediate successor. It marks the anniversary of Muhammad's sermon, described in Hadith of the pond of Khumm, in which he stated, Whomsoever's master (mawla) I am, Ali is also his master. O' God, love those who love him, and be hostile to those who are hostile to him..^[1][2][3]"من كنت مولاه فهذا عليّ مولاه أللهم والِ من والاه و عادِ من عاداه"^[4]

Ismaili/Mustaali/Taiyabi/ Fatimid/Dawoodi Bohra also celebrate the day, and there is tradition of taking mass oath on the day to reassert commitment to Islam, in the same manner as their individual adult take oath on reaching adulthood. This they believe to be continued from the period of their Fatimid Imam.

Sunni Muslims do not deny that a last sermon took place, but do not celebrate the day specifically. On the other hand, Salafi Muslims and those considered by some to be influenced by them such as Deobandis or Ahle Hadith do not celebrate this day as they feel that only Eid ul-Adha and Eid-ul-Fitr are celebratory days.

Background Context[link]

The Investiture of Ali at Ghadir Khumm (MS Arab 161, fol. 162r, AD 1309/8 Ilkhanid manuscript illustration)

A few months before his death, Muhammad – living in the city of Medina – made his last religious pilgrimage to Mecca in a trip referred to as The Farewell Pilgrimage. There, atop Mount Arafat, he addressed the Muslim masses in what came to be known as The Farewell Sermon. After completion of the Hajj, or religious pilgrimage, Muhammad turned back towards his home in Medina. On the trip there, he stopped at the pond of Khumm (at present Al-Johfa) and praised Ali. The exact meaning of the praise is a matter of much dispute; not only do Sunni and Shi'a Muslims disagree as to, which statements about the pond are authentic, but they also disagree on the interpretation. Shi'a Muslims believe that after the pilgrimage, Muhammad ordered the gathering of Muslims at the pond of Khumm and it was there that Muhammad nominated Ali to be his successor.They further believe the wordings of sermon as follows;

"Oh people! Reflect on the Quran and comprehend its verses. Look into its clear verses and do not follow its ambiguous parts, for by Allah, none shall be able to explain to you its warnings and its mysteries, nor shall anyone clarify its interpretation, other than the one that I have grasped his hand, brought up beside myself, [and lifted his arm,] the one about whom I inform you that whomever I am his master (maula), this Ali is his master (maula); and he is Ali Ibn Abi Talib, my brother, the executor of my will (Wasiyyi), whose appointment as your guardian and leader has been sent down to me from Allah, the mighty and the majestic."The Last Sermon of Muhammad by Shia Accounts. These claims were proven with Sunni sources as well. Did the Prophet(s) appoint a successor?

References[link]

External links[link]

• Sermon of Ameerul Momineen(asws) at Ghadeer http://www.wilayatmission.com/GhadeerEng.html (Sermon of Ameerul Momineen(asws) at Ghadeer)
• Eid-e Ghadir
• The Event of Ghadir Khumm (citations and interpretations) from Various Sunni Sources
• (Sermon of Ameerul Momineen(asws) at Ghadeer)
• The Sermon of the Holy Prophet (S.A.W.) in Ghadir Khum
• Ghadir Khumm - Interesting Aspects of a Unique Event
• What Happened at Ghadeer Khumm
• خطابه غدیر (Arabic)
• The event of Ghadeer Khum in Quran, Sunnah & History (Sunni perspective)
• خطابه غدیر
• Map of Ghadeer showing distance from Mecca, almost halfway between Medina and Mecca
• Complete Sermon at Ghadir Khumm in English Version
• Ghadir, the Greatest Eid of All Religions
• The Event of Ghadir Khumm in the Qur'an, Hadith, History
• http://www.utm.thaqalayn.org/files/ghadeer.pdf
• "Al-Muraja'at: A Shi'i-Sunni dialogue". http://www.najaf.org/english/book/12/.  (letters 55-58)
• Ghadir Khumm
• Event of Ghadir Khumm

Sermon of Ameerul Momineen(asws) at Ghadeer

• http://www.wilayatmission.com/GhadeerEng.html (Sermon of Ameerul Momineen(asws) at Ghadeer)

This biographical article needs additional citations for verification. Please help by adding reliable sources. Contentious material about living persons that is unsourced or poorly sourced must be removed immediately, especially if potentially libelous or harmful. (July 2011)

Hamid Ali Khan is a Pakistani classical singer.^[1] He belongs to the legendary Patiala gharana. He is considered to be one of the Last Great Patiala Legends. He represents an era of "Pure" Music. He is one of the most sought after classical singers in [Pakistan]. Ustad Hamid Ali Khan was born in 1953. Being a distinguished representative of the Patiala Gharana, Ustad Hamid Ali Khan Saheb is one of the finest exponents of Ghazal and classical singing alike. He is considered to be the leading example of one of Hindustani music's most famous traditions of classical singing. He has released several records and besides performing with other famous Indian artists, he has also collaborated with many UK based international artists, some of the recent ones being Partha Sarathi Mukherjee (Tabla) and Fida Hussain (Harmonium). With his voice, Ustad Hamid Ali Khan possesses a gift which only few other contemporary singers in the Indian subcontinent possess

Awards[link]

Hamid Ali joins his brother, Amanat Ali Khan, by also winning the Pride of Performance Award, presented by the government of Pakistan. Hamid Ali Khan was presented several awards for lifetime achievement in the field of Classical music in his tour of India in 2007. He is one of the only Pakistani Artists to have won the Presidential Award on more than once occasion. After the Death of Amanat Ali Khan and poor health conditions of Ustad Fateh ALi Khan , Ustad Hamid ALi Khan is considered by many to be the last of the Great Patiala Legends.

Personal life[link]

Hamid Ali Khan is married. His sons Nayab Ali Khan, Walli Ali Khan and Inam Ali Khan are currently following in his footsteps and have created their own band called RagaBoyz. The band is creating a blend between classical Patiala style singing , and modern beats.

Tours[link]

Hamid Ali Khan has toured almost every inch of the globe , showcasing his unique vocal ability. He has done several events in India , Europe , MidEast , Australia, and the North America. In early 2010 Hamid ALi Khan did an amazing 29 shows in the United States market. The Tour was arranged by StarDreamz Entertainment and Pakistani Media Giant ARY Digital.

References[link]