Shab-e-Qadr is a highly revered night in Islam, Muslims engage in prayer and worship. What is the importance of Shab-e-Qadr? We will share all the details with you.

The Night of Spirituality

Shab-e-Qadr is the night of worship and forgiveness. It is a time to take a break and reflect on oneself. It is the night to connect with Allah. Believers spend the night begging for forgiveness from their Lord. Sincere repentance cleanses the heart from impurities and brings a person closer to Allah.

Another reason why Muslims pray on this night is because it is a popular belief that Allah makes important decisions on this night. These decisions concern sustenance, life, health, and other important life events. Therefore, believers strive to gain Allah’s favor while he decides on their decree by praying. They make supplications for things they want in life. Although it is a popular belief, no strong reference supports this notion.

As Muslims pray for themselves, they remember their deceased ones on this night. They recite the Quran for the deceased ones. They pray for them as this night brings freedom from the Fire of Hell.

It shows what lies ahead, especially during the third Ashra of Ramadan. Muslims around the world increase their worship

Common Practices of Shab-e-Qadr

Shab-e-Qadr is a blissful night with positivity and virtuousness in the air. Here are some common practices of this night.

Nafil Prayers

The whole night is believed to be filled with Allah’s mercy. Therefore, Muslims try to glorify Allah through nafil prayers. Salat-al-Tasbih is a very virtuous and lengthy prayer. Many Muslims perform it on this night to earn immense rewards. Similarly, they offer prayers like Tahajjud to be in the book of Allah’s favored people.

Quranic Recitation

One of the best ways to connect with Allah and gain his pleasure is through Quranic recitation. Many people read the Quran extensively on this night. Some even organize or attend Quranic lectures to boost faith. Hence, the night allows reminding oneself of the real purpose of life and the Guided Path.

Seeking Allah’s Forgiveness

As it is the Night of Forgiveness, Muslims plead to their Creator for forgiveness of sins. They cry and apologize sincerely for all their wrongdoings. Allah is the most Merciful the most Benevolent. No matter how big the sins are, Allah never shuts the doors of mercy. However, if one has wronged some other Allah’s creature, it is important to ask for forgiveness from that person first. For, Allah only forgives when the person forgives. Also, for people who break ties of kinship or misbehave with their parents, Allah does not forgive them. So it is important to ask forgiveness from all whom one has hurt intentionally or unintentionally. It is the night to bring loved ones closer and spread love.

Charity and Welfare

On this blissful night, Muslims engage in charitable work to spread goodness and earn Allah’s pleasure. They distribute food to the poor people and help the needy.

Lighting and Decor

Some Muslims do lighting and decor on this night to emphasize its importance. They adorn their homes, streets, and mosques to keep the religious spirit alive.

To Conclude

Shab-e-Qadr is a night to break from routine life and benefit from Allah’s mercy. It is the night to gain as much Allah’s favor as possible. Therefore, Muslims must spend the night with sanctity and repent to Allah for their wrongdoings. Not just the night, worshipping during Ramadan is one of the best deeds a Muslim can do. It is a practice of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) so we must follow it.