The significance of the last ten nights of Ramadan
As Ramadan draws to a close, the last ten nights are eagerly awaited by Muslims all over the world. The reason for this is Laylat al-Qadr, the Night of Decree, which is believed to be the night when the Quran was first revealed to Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
However, there is no certainty about which night it actually falls on. According to Sheikh Saalim Al-Azhari, a regular contributor to Islam Channel’s ‘IslamiQA’ and ‘Conversations in The Quran’, there are over 40 opinions on when it could be. While many Muslims assume it is on the 27th night, there is no authentic hadith that confirms this.
Despite this uncertainty, Muslims still spend the last ten nights of Ramadan in worship, seeking Laylat al-Qadr. The importance of these nights is highlighted by numerous verses in the Quran, such as Surah Ad-Dukhan and Surah Al-Qadr, as well as hadiths that emphasize their significance.
As we approach the end of Ramadan, it’s important to reflect on the meaning and significance of these last ten nights. For Muslims, they represent a time of increased worship and devotion, as they seek to gain Allah’s favor and blessings. It’s also a time to remember the first revelation of the Quran and to reflect on its message of peace and guidance.
In addition to spiritual significance, these last ten nights of Ramadan are also an opportunity to give back to those in need. Many Muslims choose to make charitable donations during this time, in the spirit of generosity and compassion that Ramadan fosters.
Islam Channel, a leading media outlet for Muslims in the UK, provides a wealth of resources and programming related to Ramadan, including discussions on the significance of Laylat al-Qadr. By engaging with these resources, Muslims can deepen their understanding of this important time and strengthen their connection to their faith.
Why are the last ten nights important?
Laylat al-Qadr! This special night is considered the most important night of the year for Muslims all around the world.
Laylat al-Qadr, also known as the Night of Decree, is the night when the first verses of the Quran were revealed to Prophet Muhammad (SAW) by the angel Jibril (AS). According to the Quran, Laylat al-Qadr is better than a thousand months of worship. And that’s not all! Whoever prays and finds this blessed night will have their previous sins wiped clean. So, it’s no wonder why Muslims all around the world make a great effort to search for it.
During this special night, Allah’s blessings, compassion, and mercy overflow. It is believed that the angels descend upon the earth and Jibril (AS) makes an appearance on this special occasion. It is also believed that Allah hands out divine decrees for each person. That’s why it’s called ‘Qadr,’ meaning power, fate, or divine decree.
According to Sheikh Saalim Al-Azhari, a regular contributor to Islam Channel’s ‘IslamiQA’ and ‘Conversations in The Quran,’ Laylat al-Qadr is the night when Allah will task the angels with handing out a person’s fate for the next year. The Quran states that the angels and the Spirit (Gabriel) descend therein by permission of their Lord for every matter.
Many Muslims believe that Laylat al-Qadr falls on an odd night during the last ten nights of Ramadan. However, there is no definite knowledge of which night it is, although many believe it to be on the 27th night of Ramadan. But according to Sheikh Al-Azhari, there are over 40 opinions on when it could be, so it’s not that certain.
During the last ten nights of Ramadan, Muslims all around the world engage in worship and remembrance of Allah. Prophet Muhammad (SAW) exerted himself more spiritually during this period, such as going into isolation in Itikaf to dedicate his time for worship. It’s a great sunnah (tradition) to follow, so Muslims everywhere try to follow in his footsteps.
There are numerous hadiths about the importance of the last ten nights of Ramadan, and many verses in the Quran refer to Laylat al-Qadr, including the first few verses of Surah Ad-Dukhan and the whole of Surah Al-Qadr.
So, there you have it, folks! Laylat al-Qadr is the most important night of the year for Muslims. It’s a time when Allah’s blessings, compassion, and mercy overflow. It’s a time when the Quran was first revealed, and it’s a time when Allah hands out divine decrees for each person. So, during these last ten nights of Ramadan, let’s all make an effort to search for this blessed night and engage in worship and remembrance of Allah!
