The Ruling on Accepting a Gift on the Occasion of a Newborn

Question:
The questioner says: A teacher who teaches the memorization of the Noble Qur'an gave birth to a child during the vacation. The students gathered and gave her a gift on the occasion of the new baby. What is the ruling on this gift?

Answer:
There is nothing wrong with that. A gift is encouraged. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) urged giving gifts because they beget love in hearts and bring people closer together. He (peace and blessings be upon him) said: Whether the child is a girl or a boy. A gift is encouraged, except for a gift to an official. A gift to an official. Gifts to officials are not permissible because they are a bribe. As for a gift to someone who is not an official, there is no harm. Yes.