Shab-e-Qadr, also known as Laylat al-Qadr, is one of the most significant nights in Islam. It is the night when the first verses of the Quran were revealed to the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) by Allah. It falls in the last 10 days of Ramadan and is considered the most blessed night of the year.
Importance of Shab-e-Qadr: Shab-e-Qadr is considered to be more significant than a thousand months, as mentioned in the Quran.
“The Night of Power is better than a thousand months” (Surah Al-Qadr, 97:3).
This verse signifies the importance of this blessed night in the Islamic calendar. Muslims all around the world spend this night in worship, seeking forgiveness, and reciting the Quran. It is believed that any good deed performed on this night is rewarded equally as if it has been done for a thousand months.
The Messenger of Allah Mohammad S.A.W (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said:
“Search for the Night of Qadr in the odd nights of the last ten days of Ramadan.”
Significance of Shab-e-Qadr: There are several significant aspects of Shab-e-Qadr in Islam. Let’s take a look at some of them.
The revelation of the Quran: The most significant event that took place on Shab-e-Qadr was the revelation of the Quran. The first verses of the Quran were revealed to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) on this night. This event is considered to be the beginning of the Islamic religion and the most important event in Islamic history.
Forgiveness of sins: Shab-e-Qadr is a night of forgiveness, and Muslims believe that Allah forgives the sins of those who seek forgiveness and repent on this night. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said, “Whoever stands for prayers on the night of Qadr with faith and hope for reward, all his previous sins will be forgiven” (Bukhari)
Blessings and rewards: Any good deed performed on Shab-e-Qadr is believed to be rewarded with blessings and rewards equivalent to those performed for a thousand months. Muslims spend this night in worship, reciting the Quran, performing extra prayers, and making supplications to Allah.
Revelation of destiny: It is believed that on this night, Allah reveals the destiny of every individual for the coming year. Muslims believe that their fate for the next year is written on this night, and they seek blessings and mercy from Allah to make their coming year prosperous and successful.
Unity and brotherhood: Shab-e-Qadr is a night of unity and brotherhood. Muslims all over the world come together to worship and celebrate this blessed night. This night brings people closer to each other and strengthens the bonds of brotherhood and sisterhood
How is Laylat-ul-Qadr Marked
Laylat al-Qadr requires a lot of introspection and devotion. During this night, Allah (SWT) is said to see and answer your prayers when you perform good actions and beg for mercy. On the Night of Decree, you should also be tempted to recite the Holy Quran.
Quran does not mention the specific day of Ramadan when the Night of Destiny occurred but most Muslims believe it occurred on an odd-numbered night during Ramadan’s last 10 days (21st, 23rd, 25th, or 27th).
As Prophet Mohammad S.A.W (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said:
“Search for the Night of Qadr in the odd nights of the last ten days of Ramadan.”
Many Sunni Muslims think it occurred on the 27th night, but some believe it occurred on the 23rd.
Remember that Laylat al-Qadr varies from year to year, but it is always in the last ten nights on the odd nights.
So it is proved that Shab-e-Qadr is a significant and blessed night in Islam. Muslims around the world spend this night in worship, seeking forgiveness, and reciting the Quran. It is a night of blessings, rewards, and forgiveness, and any good deed performed on this night is considered to be equivalent to those performed for a thousand months. Muslims should make the most of this blessed night and seek Allah’s mercy and blessings for the coming year.
