1. Celebrating Shabe-ba’rat (15th of Shaban):

There is no authentic hadith specifically mentioning the celebration of Shabe-ba'rat as a religious event or special night in Islam. The practice of celebrating it is considered a bid'ah (innovation) and is not supported by authentic sources of Islamic teachings.


2. Celebrating the night of ascension (Mi'raj) (27th of Rajab):

The event of the Prophet Muhammad's (peace be upon him) night journey and ascension to the heavens is an important event in Islamic history. While it is recognized and acknowledged, there is no authentic hadith that specifically encourages celebrating it on the 27th of Rajab as a religious occasion. The celebration of Mi'raj on this specific date is not supported by strong historical evidence and is considered an innovation in Islam.


3. Celebrating Mawlid (Birthday of the Prophet):

The celebration of the Prophet Muhammad's birthday is a controversial topic in Islam. There are no authentic hadiths that mention the specific observance of the Mawlid as an established religious practice during the time of the Prophet or his companions. Celebrating the Mawlid is considered a bid'ah by some Islamic scholars, while others view it as a permissible expression of love and respect for the Prophet. The practice varies among different Muslim cultures and communities.


4. Mourning on the 3rd, 10th, 40th, and yearly death anniversary of the deceased:

There are no specific hadiths that mention observing mourning on the 3rd, 10th, and 40th days after someone's death or yearly death anniversaries. These practices are cultural in nature and not supported by direct, authentic hadiths from the Prophet Muhammad. Islam encourages praying for the deceased and showing respect for their memory, but excessive mourning rituals beyond the standard three-day mourning period are not established practices in the religion.


5. Celebrating Urs (Yearly festival) of saints:

The concept of Urs, which involves celebrating the death anniversary of saints, is not supported by authentic hadiths from the Prophet Muhammad. This practice is more prevalent in certain Sufi traditions and is considered a bid'ah by some Islamic scholars who argue that it goes beyond the teachings of Islam.


6. Praying or supplicating to the dead, the saints, or anyone else besides Allah (including slogans like Ya Ali, Ya Hussain, etc.):

Islam emphasizes monotheism and the direct worship of Allah alone. Praying to anyone besides Allah, whether it's the deceased, saints, or other beings, is not supported by authentic hadiths. The act of seeking intercession from righteous individuals is a different concept, but the core principle is always to supplicate to Allah and seek His help and guidance directly. The use of slogans like "Ya Ali" or "Ya Hussain" as a form of supplication or seeking help from these figures is not rooted in authentic Islamic teachings and is considered a form of bid'ah by many Islamic scholars.

  1. 7.Believing in or using lucky charms, amulets, and soothsayers (najomis):

    In Islam, seeking help or protection from anything other than Allah is considered a form of shirk (associating partners with Allah). Using lucky charms, amulets, or seeking guidance from soothsayers is not permissible in Islam. Muslims are encouraged to put their trust in Allah alone and seek His help through prayer and supplication. Relying on superstitious beliefs or seeking assistance from objects or individuals other than Allah is considered a form of bid'ah and goes against the monotheistic principles of Islam.

  2. 8.Making monuments on graves. Making solid graves (through brick and stones):

    Islam encourages simplicity and humility in burial practices. Building elaborate monuments or structures on graves is not in accordance with the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad. The Prophet explicitly forbade making graves into places of worship and emphasized that they should be simple and unadorned. Solidifying graves with brick and stones also goes against the simplicity advocated in Islamic burial practices.

  3. 9.Believing that black color is associated with mourning, bad news, and sadness:

    In Islam, there is no specific color associated with mourning or sadness. The concept of associating black color with these emotions is a cultural practice and not a religious mandate. Islamic teachings encourage Muslims to show patience and seek comfort in times of grief through prayer and remembrance of Allah. While wearing black clothing during mourning is a common cultural practice, it is not a religious requirement in Islam.

  4. 10.The concept of taqleed (choosing an imam and sticking with his rulings alone in all matters of the deen):

    The concept of taqleed is a part of Islamic jurisprudence, particularly in the context of following a qualified scholar or jurist in matters of Islamic law. Taqleed means following the legal opinions and rulings of a recognized Islamic scholar within a particular legal school (madhhab). It is important to clarify that taqleed does not mean blind following without understanding. Rather, it is the act of following a qualified scholar's interpretation of Islamic law when one lacks the expertise to derive legal rulings directly from the primary sources (Quran and Hadith).