Laylatul Qadr 2024: The Night of Power
As the Muslim world prepares to embrace the holy month of Ramadan, we cannot help but feel excitement for one of the most blessed nights of the year: Laylatul Qadr: The Night of Power!
Laylatul Qadr in the Quran
“The Night of Power and its immense blessings are mentioned in the Holy Qur’an.
“Indeed, it is We Who sent this Quran down on the Night of Power.
And what will make you realize what the Night of Power is?
The Night of Power is better than a thousand months.
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.”
Quran: Surah Al-Qadr (97: 1-5)
What is Layaltul Qadr?
Laylatul Qadr, also known as the Night of Power, Decree, or Destiny, holds immense significance in Islam. On this night, believed to be when Allah (SWT) revealed the Holy Qur’an to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), any good deed performed is rewarded as if it was carried out for a thousand months (approximately 83 years). This makes Laylat-ul-Qadr a pivotal moment for Muslims to seek blessings and maximize their good deeds.
Regarded as the night when our destiny for the upcoming year is written, Laylat-ul-Qadr offers a unique opportunity for spiritual growth and reflection. It’s a time when the teachings and sayings of the Prophet, known as Hadith, gain profound importance, providing guidance and insight.
It is a night of bountiful rewards, in which the angels descend. It is a precious night in which we are welcomed to attain Allah’s rewards and free ourselves of previous sins.
When is Laylatul Qadr?
Observed during the last ten nights of Ramadan, with many believing it falls on the 27th night, Laylatul Qadr is a period when Muslims intensify their devotion, steering clear of sinful acts while observing the obligatory fasts of Ramadan, one of the Five Pillars of Islam.
However, the exact night has been kept hidden so that we would instead seek it out by engaging in worship throughout all the potential nights.
The scholars teach us that the Night of Power is most likely to fall on one of the odd nights during the last ten days of Ramadan. For this reason, we should ensure we increase our worship and devotion on all the odd nights during the last ten nights of Ramadan, hoping to receive the blessings of the Night of Power.
What to do on Laylatul Qadr
To make the most of this sacred night, there are several practices one can engage in:
Reciting the Holy Qur’an
Rather than merely reciting, take time to understand its meanings. Reflect on the verses, especially since this night marks the revelation of the first verses of the Qur’an.
Supplications (Dua)
This is a powerful night for making Dua. While you may ask for your legitimate desires, remember to pray for others and seek forgiveness for your sins. Turn towards Allah in prayer on this blessed night of decree and ask for blessings, mercy, an increase in faith, and blessings for the following year.
Donating to Charity
Charity, or Sadaqah, is highly valued, especially during Ramadan. On Laylatul Qadr, the act of giving—be it your time, money, or a simple gesture like offering water or a smile—is incredibly rewarding.
For this Ramadan, consider channeling your charitable acts through MWC. Your contributions can make a significant difference in the lives of those in need. This Laylatul Qadr, let your generosity shine and partake in the blessings of this holy night.
FAQs
When is Laylatul Qadr 2024?
Ramadan 2024 is expected to start on Sunday, March 10. Therefore, the last ten nights will start around Friday, 29 March. These dates are all subject to moon sighting.
The 27th night of Ramadan is expected to be on the evening of April 6th, 2024.
Is Laylatul Qadr the 27th Night?
It is not guaranteed that the 27th night of Ramadan is Laylatul Qadr, although the vast majority of Muslims believe it to be the case. Many Muslims around the world observe extra devotional acts on this night. Many scholars also mention that the Night of Power, also known as the Night of Decree, alternates each year, always falling on one of the odd nights during the last ten. The wisdom of this ambiguity is that Muslims will engage in worship and devotion all the night instead of focusing their efforts on one night.
What are the five dates of Lylatul Qadr?
They are the odd nights during the last ten nights.
The 21st night.
The 23rd night.
The 25th night.
The 27th night.
The 29th night.
It is recommended that Muslims exert themselves during the days and nights of Ramadan but increase their efforts during the last ten nights. Even more specifically, during the odd nights of the last ten.
Conclusion
Ramadan is a blessed month full of worship, faith, and mercy. It is the month in which the Quran was revealed to our beloved Prophet Muhammad peace be upon him.
With all of its many blessings, the favor of our Lord doesn’t stop there. Laylatul Qadr can be considered the holiest night of the Islamic calendar.
It is the most important night of Ramadan and is better than a thousand months.
Through Allah’s permission, all our past sins can be wiped out on this night.
We hope you are given Divine assistance in reaching Ramadan in the best of states and making the most out of this blessed month and the Night of Power.
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