Introduction to Shab e Qadar
During the holy month of Ramadan, Shab-e-Qadr, also called Laylat al-Qadr, is one of the most significant nights for Muslims. It is thought to be the night that the angel Gabriel conveyed the very first verses of the Quran to the prophet Muhammad.
Shab e Qadr is said to be superior to a thousand months of prayer. Although the exact date is unknown due to different hadiths. It occurred on an odd-numbered night during the final ten days of Ramadan, which is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. Muslims have considered the final ten nights of Ramadan to be particularly fortunate ever since.
According to Muslims, the Night of Qadr occurs annually and brings with it many spiritual favors and goodness. Muslims believe that repentance is pardoned, prayers are heard, and the yearly plan is disclosed to the angels, who execute it with God’s favor.
Importance of Shab-e-Qadar
Shab-e-Qadar is a crucial Islamic tradition. Muslims observe it during the last ten nights of Ramadan. It is thought to honor the night that the Prophet Muhammad (P.B.U.H) received the revelation of the Quran. Shab-e-Qadar is more than just a historical treasure. Muslims believe that this night comes with many spiritual opportunities and blessings.
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In the Quran, Allah says:
“That night, the angels and the ˹holy˺ spirit descend, by the permission of their Lord, for every ˹decreed˺ matter. It is all peace until the break of dawn.”
Al Quran 97:4-5
This night comes with a bundle of opportunities for great spiritual meditation, respect, and supplication. According to Islamic belief, this night carries blessings equal to a thousand months.
In the Quran, Allah describes the importance of this night in Surah Al-Qadr.
“The Night of Decree is better than a thousand months.”
Quran 97:3
The Blessings of Shab-e-Qadar
The following information will help us understand the importance of Shab-e-Qadr:
- We do not know the exact date of Shab-e-Qadr. However, Muslims believe that it occurs on one of the odd nights—the 21st, 23rd, 25th, 27th, or 29th night—during the final ten days of Ramadan.
- Muslims believe that angels bring heavenly kindness and blessings to earth on this night.
- Some Muslims choose to dedicate their entire night to prayer and worship. For Muslims, this is the night when their prayers have the most chance of being answered if they sincerely ask Allah for guidance and forgiveness.
- Muslims have a chance to consider their deeds and ask for forgiveness for their sins throughout this night. Muslims believe that this night is especially beneficial to ask for forgiveness.
- The last ten days of Ramadan, including Shab-e-Qadr, are when Muslims most frequently perform charitable and good deeds. Purification and greater blessings are perceived benefits of this.
When Does Shab e Qadar Fall?
Laylatul Qadr is one of the most important and holy nights in the Islamic calendar. We can find Shab e Qadr in the last ten nights of Ramadan. For Muslims, it is one of the most anticipated chances to receive additional rewards for their good deeds.
When is Shab e Qadar 2024 in Pakistan?
The Shab e Qadar will fall on one of Pakistan’s five odd nights of Ramadan 2024. Depending on moon sightings, they may occur on:
- 31st March (21st night)
- 2nd April (23rd night)
- 4th April (25th night)
- 6th April (27th night)
- 8th April (29th night)
Nawafil of Shab e Qadar
Faqeeh Abul Lays رَحْمَةُ اللهِ تَعَالٰی عَلَيْه has stated: At minimum, the number of 2 Rak’aat of Shab-e-Qadr, at maximum, there are 1000 Rak’aat. The standard amount of Rak’aat is 100, while common recitations for each Rak’at is that, after Surah Al-Fatihah, recite Surah Al-Qadr one time and Surah Al-Ikhlas three times. After finishing every two Rak’aat with Salam, recite Salat upon the Beloved Rasool صَلَّى اللهُ تَعَالٰى عَلَيْهِ وَاٰلِهٖ وَسَلَّم. (Page 483 of Ruh-ul-Bayan, volume 10)
First Shab E Qadr Night: The 21st Night
With 4 Rakats (each with 2 Salams)
- In response to Surah Fatiha, recite Surah Ikhlas and Surah Qadr one time.
- Recite Astaghfar 70 times after Salam.
Rewards: In light of Shab E Qadr’s Barakat, the individual will have all of their sins pardoned. Insha Allah.
Second night of Shab E Qadr: The 23rd night
4 Rakat (Along with two slams)
- For each Rakat following Surah Fatiha, Recite Surah Ikhlas three times and Surah Qadr one time.
Rewards: In light of Shab E Qadr’s Barakat, the individual will have all of their sins pardoned.
- 8 Rakat: (in each rakat after Surah Fatiha) with four salams Recite Surah Ikhlas one time and Surah Qadr one time.
- Read Kalma Tamjeed seventy times after Salam. Ask Allah to grant you forgiveness.
Rewards: An individual will have all of their sins pardoned.
Third Shab E Qadr Night: The 25th Night
4 Rakat (with 2 Salams)
- In each Rakat after Surah Fatiha, Read Surah Ikhlas five times and Surah Qadr one time.
- Read Kalam e Tayyaba 100 times after saying salam. Ask Allah to grant you forgiveness.
Rewards: Allah Ta’ala will grant the benefits of endless prayers in remembrance of Shab E Qadr’s Barakat.
4 Rakat (Along with two salams):
- After Surah Fatiha, recite Surah Qadr three times and Surah Ikhlas three times in each Rakat.
- Recite Astaghfar 70 times after the Salam.
Rewards: The person will have all of their sins pardoned. Insha’Allah.
2 rakats
- in each rakat following Surah Fatiha. Read Surah Ikhlas fifteen times and Surah Qadr one time.
- Recite Kalam E Shahadat seventy times after the Salam.
Reward: This Namaz keeps the person away from the grave’s azab. Insha Allah
The Fourth Shab E Qadr Night: The 27th Night
12 Rakat (includes 3 Salams)
- For each Rakat following Surah Fatiha, Recite Surah Ikhlas fifteen times and Surah Qadr one time.
- Recite Astaghfar 70 times after Salam.
Reward: The sawab of praising the prayers of prophets will be given to the individual who prays this namaz. Insha’Allah,
2 Rakat
- For each Rakat following Surah Fatiha, Recite Surah Ikhlas 27 times and Surah Qadr 3 times.
Reward: Allah will pardon all of his prior misdeeds. Insha Allah,
4 Rakats (each with two salams)
- Following Surah Fatiha, recite Surah Ikhlas three times and Surah Takasur one time.
Rewards: Allah will ease his suffering upon his death and pardon the tormented in the Qabr (Grave). Insha’Allah
2 Rakats
- In each rakat following Surah Fatiha, Go through Surah Ikhlas seven times. After Salam, please recite the dua below.
Astagfirulla hil azi mullazi la illaha illal la hu wal hayul khayum wa atubuilai
The Fifth Night of Shab E Qadr: The 29th Night
4 Rakat (with 2 Salams)
- In each Rakat following Surah Fatiha, Recite Surah Ikhlas three times and Surah Qadr one time.
- Read Surah Alam Nashrah seventy times after Salam.
Reward: The last breath they take will be on full Imaan (Kamil Iman).
After Namaz Dua
Rabbana Aatina Fid Duniya Hasanataw Wafil Akhirati Hasanataw Wa Qina Azaaban Naar.
What to Do on Shab e Qadar?
With faith and a hope of recompense, the Prophet (PBUH) encouraged us to spend Laylat al-Qadr night in prayer. According to Abu Hurayrah (R.A.), the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) stated:
“Whoever spends the night of Laylat al-Qadr in prayer out of faith and in the hope of reward will be forgiven his previous sins.”
According to this hadith, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) advised Muslim ummah to stay up and pray throughout the night.
Important Duas and Hadith on Shab e Qadar
According to scholars, Muslims should read following mentioned Dua’s during the final 10 nights of Ramadan in the hopes that it comes on Laylatul Qadr:
“Allahumma innaka tuhibbul afwa fa`fu annee Afuwwun (Karimun)”
Translation: “Oh Allah, You are Forgiving, You are Generous, Please Forgive Me.”- Bukhari, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
Another beneficial dua to recite on this night:
“Rabbana atina fid-dunya hasanatan wa fil ‘akhirati hasanatan waqina ‘azaaban-nar”.
Translation: Our Lord! Grant us good in this world and good in the life to come and keep us safe from the punishment of Hellfire.
We recommend following Dua to read:
“Allahumma aslih Ummata Muhammad. Allahumma farrij ‘an Ummati Muhammad. Allahumma Rham Ummata Muhammad (sallAllahu alayhi wasalam)”
Translation: O Allah! Improve (help) the state of the Ummah of Muhammad. O Allah! Grant ease to the Ummah of Muhammad. O Allah! Have mercy on the Ummah of Muhammad.
The famous hadith about the Shab e Qadr is:
According to Ibn Abbas, the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) declared,
“It is a calm night, neither hot nor cold, and the sun rises on it red and feeble” in reference to the Night of Decree. (Ibn Khuzaymah 20)
Conclusion
In conclusion, Shab-e-Qadr, in accordance with Islamic beliefs and practices, is one of the most important evenings of the holy month of Ramadan. Muslims are urged to concentrate on prayer, charitable giving, and good deeds during this period. It is thought to receive spiritual graces and blessings. Although the precise date of Shab-e-Qadr is uncertain, it is thought to fall on an odd night in the last 10 days of Ramadan. Muslims pay particular regard to and honor this night by making Duas and Nawafil in order to ask Allah for mercy and rewards. Muslims seek Allah’s forgiveness and blessings via prayer and worship; the benefits of this night are believed to exceed the benefits of a thousand months of worship.
FAQs
1. What is Shab e Qadr?
During the holy month of Ramadan, Shab e Qadr is recognized by Muslims as one of the most important nights.
2. When is Shab e Qadr?
One of the odd nights during the final ten days of Ramadan is when Shab-e-Qadr falls.
3. What Happens on Shab e Qadr?
Muslims are convinced that this night occurs when angels from heaven visit Earth to deliver peace and blessings.
4. How is Shab e Qadr Observed by Muslims?
Muslims worship, give donations, and perform good deeds on Shab-e-Qadr, a day marked with great respect and focus.
5. What Hadiths and Duas on Shab e Qadr are Particularly Significant?
On Shab-e-Qadr, Muslims perform a number of Duas. One well-known hadith concerning the night is that “It is a calm night, neither hot nor cold, and the sun rises on it red and feeble,” referring to the Night of Decree.
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