The Night of Power/Laylat ul-Qadr

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While the month of Ramadan holds great significance for all Muslims, there is one night in particular that is revered more so than any other. That is the Night of Power, or Laylat ul-Qadr to give it its Arabic name, which falls on the 27th night of Ramadan – although some scholars dispute this and claim this night could be any of the odd numbers in the last 10 nights.

It is believed that for giving charity on Laylat ul-Qadr, the rewards and blessings are multiplied by that of a thousand months on this night, which is why many Muslims pay charitable obligations to reap these benefits. This is why charities like Children of Adam offer supporters the opportunity to spread donations over the last 10 nights of Ramadan to ensure they receive the rewards and blessings.

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What is Laylat ul-Qadr/The Night of Power?

The Night of Power in Islam is one of the most notable dates for Muslims seeking redemption from Allah (SWT) for the selflessness of their good deeds. It is believed that any charitable acts performed on this night bring with them rewards that are greater than those accumulated over 1,000 months, meaning many Muslims give Zakat on this night or make additional good deeds to please Allah (SWT).

What Happened on the Night of Power?

According to the Night of Power Islam story, Laylat ul-Qadr is the night Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) received the first passages of the Holy Qur’an from the Angel Jibril as he was meditating in Mount Hira, near Mecca. Over the course of the next 23 years, Allah (SWT) would share his word with the Prophet (PBUH) via the Angel Jibril.

Why is the Night of Power Important?

The reason the Night of Power is so special to Muslims is because it is the day Allah (SWT) shared his knowledge and teachings with Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), giving us the gift of His perfect religion, Islam.

How is Laylat ul-Qadr/The Night of Power Celebrated?

This night continues to hold the greatest significance for Muslims around the world, with increased prayers to Allah (SWT) and recitals of the Holy Qur’an, as well as Laylat -ul-Qadr donations in the form of Zakat and Fitrana, amongst others. Muslims will recite the Night of Power Ramadan dua over the last 10 nights of the fast to replicate the special devotion that was displayed by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

When is Laylat ul-Qadr/The Night of Power 2022?

Assuming the month of Ramadan begins as expected on the evening of Saturday 2nd April, the 27th night will fall on Thursdsay 28th April – but this could change depending on the sighting of the new moon. As Laylat ul-Qadr is thought by some to fall on any of the odd-numbered nights in the last 10 nights of Ramadan, this means the Night of Power could fall on any of:

Friday 22nd April (21st night)
Sunday 24th April (23rd night)
Tuesday 26the April (25th night)
Thursday 28th April (27th night)
Saturday 30th April (29th night)

How Long is Laylat ul-Qadr?

Laylat ul-Qadr is one single night, although many Muslims choose to practice increased Night of Power dua and Qur’an recitals, as well as spreading their charity donations across the last 10 nights to ensure they benefit from the multiplied rewards and blessings that come with this sacred night.

Donate to Children of Adam for Laylat ul-Qadr

Children of Adam are a registered Muslim charity and are, therefore, eligible to receive and distribute your charitable obligations, such as Zakat and Fitrana. Making these donations for Laylat ul-Qadr will ensure you and anyone you are donating on behalf of receives the increased rewards and benefits that come with any good deeds completed on the Night of Power.

You can complete your Laylat ul-Qadr donation by heading to our donations page or by visiting our Fitrana or Zakat pages – you can also calculate your owed Zakat through our Zakat Calculator to work out how much you must pay if this payment is due.