As we approach the end of Ramadan, we eagerly await the holiest night of the year: the Night of Power, or Laylatul Qadr in Arabic. It is a night of immense spiritual significance for Muslims, commemorating the revelation of the Quran to our beloved Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).
The Night of Power is a time of immense blessings and opportunities for forgiveness and spiritual growth. It is a time when the gates of heaven are opened and the mercy of Allah is multiplied. It is a time to reflect on our actions, seek forgiveness for our shortcomings, and ask for Allah’s guidance and support in our journey towards righteousness.
As Muslims, we believe that the Night of Power falls on one of the odd-numbered nights during the last ten nights of Ramadan. Although the exact date is not known, we do know that this night is special, as described by Allah Himself in the Qur’an:
“Indeed, We sent the Quran down during the Night of Decree. And what can make you know what is the Night of Decree? The Night of Decree is better than a thousand months. The angels and the Spirit descend therein by permission of their Lord for every matter. Peace it is until the emergence of dawn.” [Quran 97:1-5]
SubhanAllah, just imagine the amount of blessings and mercy that will be showered upon us on this blessed night! We must take this opportunity to connect with Allah and strengthen our faith.
One way to do this is to perform extra prayers, known as Taraweeh, during the last ten nights of Ramadan. These prayers are a beautiful and powerful way to connect with Allah and seek His forgiveness and guidance. In addition, we should recite the Qur’an, perform dua (supplication), and strive to do good deeds and help others.
Dear brothers and sisters, let us make the most of this blessed night and seek Allah’s mercy and blessings. May Allah guide us, forgive us and bless us with His love and mercy. Ameen.