The response to those who cite the Prophet’s (peace and blessings be upon him) fasting on Monday and his statement, “That is the day I was born,” as evidence for the permissibility of celebrating the Mawlid?

Question:
The questioner says: Some of those who celebrate the Prophet’s Mawlid cite the evidence that was transmitted when the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) was asked about the reason for his fasting on Monday. He said, “It is the day the Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him) celebrated his birthday by fasting.” Therefore, it is permissible for us to celebrate however we wish, as it is not forbidden. How should one respond to such an argument? May Allah reward you.

Answer:
This is a false statement and an attribution to the hadith of what it cannot bear. If they are sincere and wish to follow the Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him), they should fast on Monday, and that is sufficient. The Messenger did not add anything other than fasting. If they are sincere in their love for the Messenger and their following of him, they should fast on Monday. Yes. As for adding to that, the addition is a bid'ah (religious innovation). Whoever introduces into our affair what does not belong to it is rejected. Yes.