Laylat al-Qadr: The Night of Power and Blessings

Laylat al-Qadr: The Night of Power and Blessings

The Significance of Laylat al-Qadr in Islam

Laylat al-Qadr, also known as Night of Power, It is one of the most special and holy nights in the Islamic calendar. The Laylat al-Qadr happens during the last ten nights of Ramadan and is very important for Muslims across the UK and all over the world.

On Laylat al-Qadr 2025, the rewards for good deeds are multiplied many times over. It is a night full of mercy and blessings, where every prayer and good deed brings huge rewards. Muslims spend this night in prayer, reciting the Quran, making dua (supplications), and performing good deeds to seek Allah’s (SWT) forgiveness and mercy. Laylat al-Qadr 2025 is a special opportunity for all Muslims in the UK and around the world to earn great rewards.

What is Laylat al-Qadr?

Laylat al-Qadr is a believed to be the night when the Holy Quran was first revealed to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) through Angel Jibreel (A.S). This night marks a turning point in Islamic history and is mentioned in the Quran in Surah Al-Qadr (Chapter 97).

The Quran describes Laylat al-Qadr as "better than a thousand months" (Surah Al-Qadr 97:3). This means that worship on each night of last ten nights of ramadan is more valuable than worship performed over 83 years! Because of this, Muslims strive to increase their prayers, charity, and good deeds during the last ten nights of Ramadan, especially on the odd-numbered nights.

How to gain maximum blessings in Laylat al-Qadr?

To gain the maximum blessings of this laylat al-qadr 2025, Muslims engage in various acts of worship, including:

Offering extra prayers (Nafl Salah): Performing Tahajjud (late-night prayers) and other voluntary prayers to seek Allah’s (SWT) mercy.

Reciting the Quran: Reflecting on its meanings and teachings to strengthen faith.

Making sincere duas: Asking Allah (SWT) for forgiveness, guidance, and blessings.

Giving charity: Helping those in need by donating to charitable causes.

Seeking forgiveness: Repenting for past sins and making a commitment to improve.

Why is laylatul qadr important in islam?

Laylat al-Qadr is a special chance for Muslims to earn great rewards and get closer to Allah (SWT). It is a night full of mercy, where sins can be forgiven very easily, and prayers are accepted quickly. By spending time in worship, do zikr, and doing good deeds, Muslims can make the most of this blessed night.

May Allah (SWT) grant us all the ability to benefit from Laylat al-Qadr and accept our prayers and good deeds. Ameen!

when is laylatul qadr in uk?

In 2025, Laylatul Qadr (the Night of Power) is likely expected on Saturday, March 22. However, the exact date will depend on the moon sighting.

How to Spend the Night

There is no specific act that must be done on this night, except for a special prayer to recite on Laylat al-Qadr. However, seeking forgiveness on this night is highly encouraged by the Prophet (PBUH).

What is the Dua for Laylat al-Qadr?

Once Aisha (R.A) asked to Prophet Mohammad (PBUH) what prayer should be said if one knows it is Laylat al-Qadr, the Prophet Mohammad (PBUH) advised her to say:

“Allahumma innaka afuwwun tuhibbul afwa fafu annee”

(اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّكَ عُفُوٌّ كَرِيمٌ تُحِبُّ الْعَفْوَ فَاعْفُ عَنِّي)

Why Were We Given Laylat al-Qadr?

Laylat al-Qadr is a great blessing and a generous gift to Muslims in the UK and all over world. But you might wonder why this special night was given to muslims and not others. Imam Malik answers this question by sharing a Hadith in Muwatta Malik: "The Messenger of Allah (PBUH) was shown the lifespans of people who came before him. It seemed that the lives of his community were too short to do as many good deeds as those who lived longer. So, Allah gave him Laylat al-Qadr, a night that is better than a thousand months." [Muwatta Malik]