Iqbal Day: November 9, 1877 - April 21, 1938

Iqbal Day is a holiday that is celebrated in Pakistan as a day to commemorate a scholar who had a great impact on the Islamic culture and education system for the entire country.

Allama Iqbal was born November 9, 1877, and was the eldest of five children. Iqbal’s father, Shaikh Nur Muhammad, was a prosperous tailor who was well known for his devotion to Islam, and the family raised their children with deep religious grounding.

Iqbal was educated initially by tutors in languages and writing, history, poetry, and religion. His potential as a poet and writer was recognized by one of his tutors, Sayyid Mir Hassan. Once Iqbal’s talents were recognized, he continued to become a scholar, learning several languages and the skill of writing poetry. He graduated from secondary school in 1892.

Aside from Iqbal’s education, he also opened a law firm and wrote many books and pieces of political and Islamic literature. He wanted Islam’s education system to be strong and plentiful. Iqbal was a scholar who left behind an influence on the Islamic culture and knowledge for all

The celebration of Iqbal Day became an event of great national importance during the early days of Pakistan’s existence. In reality, the personality of Allama Iqbal provided an opportunity to introduce the newly established nation-state of Pakistan into the international academic circles. So it is almost sad that we have lost the national holiday and must make an effort to preserve its significance regardless. We need to give more importance on this day to honor the one and only Allama Iqbal. 

FRIES wishes everyone a very Happy Iqbal Day and hopes to bring the talented youth in the spotlight and to create future leaders.

Once Again Happy Iqbal Day!

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