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The Prophet Muhammad's birthday is considered an auspicious day amongst Muslims and is also known as Maulidur Rasul or Maulud Nabi. A street procession to mark this joyous occasion is seen making its way past the Kampong Glam Post Office. Donated by S. Zahra Aljunied, and displayed at the Heritage Roadshow 2008. HRS3_137. Date of creation estimated. Title devised by Library staff.
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- This digital copy (c) National Library Board Singapore 2008. The original work (c) S. Zahra Aljunied.
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