Which night does Laylat al-Qadr fall on?
Laylat al-Qadr occurs in the last ten nights of Ramadan, but its exact date is hidden. The Prophet (peace be upon him) said it should be sought in the odd nights: 21, 23, 25, 27, 29.
Why is it hidden?
"...Its concealment is better for you so that you seek it and worship throughout all of the last ten nights."
(Sahih al-Bukhari, hadith no. 2024 — close meaning)
Allah's wisdom is that the servant spends all of the last ten nights in worship.
Signs of Laylat al-Qadr (in the Hadith)
The hadith mention several signs:
- Calm and clear weather — neither hot nor cold, moderate
- Bright moon and clear sky — a cloudless night
- No humidity — gentle tranquillity in the air
- Soft sunrise — without rays, like a dim moon
Description in hadith
"Laylat al-Qadr is a calm and clear night. It is neither hot nor cold. The morning sun rises without rays, dimly."
(Sunan Ibn Majah, hadith no. 1855; Musnad Ahmad)
When does Laylat al-Qadr start and end?
Laylat al-Qadr begins at the time of Maghrib (sunset) and continues until dawn breaks (true dawn, fajr sadiq). The 5th verse of Surah Al-Qadr says: "Peace it is until the emergence of dawn."
What to do on Laylat al-Qadr
- Form the intention and perform the night prayer
- Recite the Qur'an and reflect on its meaning
- Repeat the supplication "Allahumma innaka 'afuwwun..." abundantly
- Give charity — its reward is multiplied this night
- Make istighfar and dhikr
Performing ghusl on Laylat al-Qadr
Islamic scholars recommend cleanliness, performing ghusl and wearing the best clothing on Laylat al-Qadr. This honours the sanctity of the night.
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