The Night of Power – Laylat-ul-Qadr

uring Ramadan, one should reflect, pray, and deliver oneself from sin. While the emphasis of Ramadan is on fasting during daylight hours, it is also about strengthening one’s relationship with Allah (SWT) through worshipping, declaring His greatness and praying to Him. Ramadan, in its entirety, is a special time in Islam, but the last 10 nights hold greater significance as they have the Night of Power amongst them,which is known as Laylat-al-Qadr in Arabic.Allah (SWT) has made this anight of great blessing and virtue. In the Qur’an, Allah (SWT) says: 

“We sent it (this Qur’an) down on a blessed night.”  [al-Dukhan 44:3] 

What Is the Night of Power?- Laylat-al-Qadr Meaning 

The Night of Power is the most venerated night of the Islamic calendar. During this night, Angel Jibril revealed the Holy Qur'an’s first verses to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). This night falls within Ramadan’s final 10 days, and although the exact date is unidentified, it is commonly thought of as the Holy month’s 27th night. However, the believers are advised to seek this night in the last 10 odd nights of Ramadan, following the example of the Prophet (PBUH). It is reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said: 

“Seek Laylat al-Qadr in the last ten days of Ramadan.” [Bukhari and Muslim]   

This is a night of great reward and significance. On this blessed night, the believers are encouraged to devote themselves to the worship of Allah (SWT),Who has placed it higher in virtue than one thousand months.  

"We have indeed revealed this in the 'Night of Power'. And what will explain to you what the night of power is? The Night of Power is better than a thousand months. Therein come down The Angels and the Spirit by Allah's permission, on every errand. "Peace!...This until the rise of Morn!"

-Surah Al-Qadr

Duas for Laylat-al-Qadr 

The best dua for Laylat-al-Qadr is the dua the Prophet (PBUH) taught Aisha (R.A.)She is reported to have asked the Prophet (PBUH), “O Messenger of Allah If I know which night is Laylat al-Qadr, what should I say?” He said:  

“Say:  اللَّهمَّإنَّكعفُوٌّتُحبُّالعفوَفاعْفُعنِّي 

Allahummainnakaafuwwuntuhibb al-afwafa’fu anni  

(O Allah, You are All-Forgiving, and You love forgiveness, so forgive me).” 

Signs of Laylat-al-Qadr 

Laylat-al-Qadr is a peaceful night, as mentioned in the Qur’an. According to an authentic report from the Prophet (PBUH), the sign of Laylat al-Qadr is that the sun rises on the following morning with no visible rays. 

Zakat On Laylat-al-Qadr 

In addition to praying for our loved ones, we pray for and remember the less fortunate.One way of remembering the blessings and expressing gratitudeis to give from one’s wealth. Giving Zakat, Zakat-al-Fitr, or Sadaqah is a significant factor in this, and, for many, Laylat-al-Qadr is seen as the perfect moment to make this donation. You can pay your Zakat via our donations page today and secure abundant rewardswith Allah (SWT). 

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