When Is Laylat-al-Qadr 2023 in India? Know Date, Time, Dua Beliefs And The Significance Of Celebrating Night of Power and Blessings
As the holy month of Ramadan is coming to an end. And, to mark the end of the holy period, Muslims across the country will observe Shab-e-Qadr (Laylat ul-Qadr). This year, Laylat al-Qadr is expected to celebrate on Tuesday, April 18, 2023. Shab-e-Qadr is deemed one of the holiest nights.
The holy month of Ramadan is associated with spirituality. Muslims fast from dawn to dusk and offer alms as compassion to the less fortunate and also return to the basics. This spirituality reaches unprecedented heights on Laylat Al-Qadr, which falls during the holy month's final 10 days.
Laylat al-Qadr (Laylat-ul-Qadr) or Shab-e-Qadr is an Islamic observance that is rendered in English as the Night of Decree, Night of Destiny, Night of Power, and Night of Value, Night Of blessings.
It is observed every year in the last 5 odd nights of the holy month of Ramadan, which is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar. Muslims believe that during these nights whatever they wish for is granted through their prayers. This year, these nights will fall on five auspicious nights April 12th, 14th, 16th, 18th and 20th.
Here's all you need to know about the Shab-e-Qadr 2023 Date, Time, Dua and significance of celebrating Night of Power and Blessings
Laylatul Qadr 2023 Date | Shab-e-Qadr Date
As the holy month of Ramadan is coming to an end. And, to mark the end of the holy period, Muslims across the country will observe Shab-e-Qadr (Laylat ul-Qadr). This year, Laylat al-Qadr is expected to celebrate on Tuesday, April 18, 2023. Shab-e-Qadr is deemed one of the holiest nights.
The Holy month of Ramadan is associated with spirituality. Muslims fast from dawn to dusk and offer alms as compassion to the less fortunate and also return to the basics. This spirituality reaches unprecedented heights on Laylat Al-Qadr, which falls during the Ramadan's final 10 days.
Laylat al-Qadr (Laylat-ul-Qadr) or Shab-e-Qadr is an Islamic observance that is rendered in English as the Night of Decree, Night of Destiny, Night of Power, and Night of Value, Night Of blessings.
While Qadr night can fall on any of the odd-number nights of the last ashra in Ramadan, most people believe that it is most likely to be on the 27th night and some believe that the 23rd night is possibly Laylatul Qadr.
April 12, 2023 | 21st Night |
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April 14, 2023 | 23rd Night |
April 16, 2023 | 25th Night |
April 18, 2023 | 27th Night |
April 20, 2023 | 29th Night |
According to Islamic tradition, Laylat al-Qadr or Shab-e-Qadr as the night when the Holy Quran was first sent down from Heaven to the earth and also the night when the first verses of the Quran were revealed to the Islamic prophet Muhammad, founder of the world religion of Islam.
Laylat al-Qadr is an Arabic term that translates to "The Night of Power" or "The Night of Decree". It is considered one of the most important and sacred nights in Islam.
What Is The Significance of Laylat Al-Qadr (Shab-e-Qadr) in Islam
Muslims around the world observe Laylat al-Qadr by performing special prayers and engaging in acts of worship and charity. Many believe that any good deeds performed on this night are multiplied in reward and that prayers and supplications made on this night are more likely to be accepted by Allah. It is considered a time of intense spiritual reflection and devotion.
Shab-e-Qadr is celebrated widely by Muslim communities on distinct dates. In Islamic tradition, The occasion falls on an odd-numbered night in the last ten days of Ramadan, the month of fasting and prayers. To be precise, it is usually celebrated on the 27th of Ramazan. Shab-e-Qadr is considered a public holiday in several countries.
As per the Islam and the holy Quran, it is written that praying on the nights of Shab-e-Qadr is way better than a thousand months. Hence, the Muslim community across the globe, observes these nights with great religious zeal. During these auspicious nights, Muslims stay awake the whole night as they pray, recite the Quran, and seek forgiveness for their sins.
Special Dua For Laylatul Qadr 2023 | Shab-e-Qadr Dua
The last 10 odd nights of Ramadan are highly rewarding when the holy Quran was revealed to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Hence, it is important one knows the right dua for these nights. Muslims believe that during these nights whatever they wish for is granted through their prayers.
Laylatul Qadr dua: "Allahumma Innaka Aafuwon Tuhibu AlAaffwa FAafu Aanni"
Meaning: Oh Allah! You are highly forgiving, and you love to forgive people, so please forgive me.
Here¡¯s the Ramadan 2023 Calendar with Sehri, Iftaar timings
DATE | SEHRI TIME | IFTAR TIME |
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23 Mar 2023 | 05:03 AM | 6:35 PM |
24 Mar 2023 | 05:01 AM | 6:35 PM |
25 Mar 2023 | 05:00 AM | 6:36 PM |
26 Mar 2023 | 04:59 AM | 6:37 PM |
27 Mar 2023 | 04:58 AM | 6:37 PM |
28 Mar 2023 | 04:56 AM | 6:38 PM |
29 Mar 2023 | 04:55 AM | 6:38 PM |
30 Mar 2023 | 04:54 AM | 6:39 PM |
31 Mar 2023 | 04:53 AM | 6:39 PM |
01 Apr 2023 | 04:51 AM | 6:40 PM |
02 Apr 2023 | 04:50 AM | 6:40 PM |
03 Apr 2023 | 04:49 AM | 6:41 PM |
04 Apr 2023 | 04:48 AM | 6:42 PM |
05 Apr 2023 | 04:46 AM | 6:42 PM |
06 Apr 2023 | 04:45 AM | 6:43 PM |
07 Apr 2023 | 04:44 AM | 6:43 PM |
08 Apr 2023 | 04:42 AM | 6:44 PM |
09 Apr 2023 | 04:41 AM | 6:44 PM |
10 Apr 2023 | 04:40 AM | 6:45 PM |
11 Apr 2023 | 04:39 AM | 6:45 PM |
12 Apr 2023 | 04:37 AM | 6:46 PM |
13 Apr 2023 | 04:36 AM | 6:47 PM |
14 Apr 2023 | 04:35 AM | 6:47 PM |
15 Apr 2023 | 04:34 AM | 6:48 PM |
16 Apr 2023 | 04:32 AM | 6:48 PM |
17 Apr 2023 | 04:31 AM | 6:49 PM |
18 Apr 2023 | 04:30 AM | 6:49 PM |
19 Apr 2023 | 04:29 AM | 6:50 PM |
20 Apr 2023 | 04:28 AM | 6:51 PM |
21 Apr 2023 | 04:26 AM | 6:51 PM |
Ramadan 2023: Major Indian Cities Roza Sehri and Iftar timings
Delhi | Mumbai |
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Bengaluru | Ahmedabad |
Kanpur | Lucknow |
Lakshadweep | Srinagar |
Kolkata | Hyderabad |