Shab-e-Barat, also known as “Laylat al-Bara’at”, is a significant night in the Islamic calendar, observed by millions of Muslims worldwide. Muslims believe that the night falling on the 15th of Sha’ban, the eighth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, brings divine mercy, forgiveness, and blessings.
Religious Significance of Shab-e-Barat
Muslims believe that on this night, Allah (SWT) determines the fate of individuals for the coming year, including their sustenance, life, and death. It is a time for repentance, self-reflection, and seeking forgiveness from Allah. Many also believe that every person presents their deeds before Allah on this night, making it a crucial opportunity for spiritual renewal.
People observe Shab-e-Barat in various ways.
Muslims around the world observe Shab-e-Barat through various religious practices, including
1. Special Prayers and Worship
Many believers spend the night in prayer, offering Nafl (voluntary) prayers, reciting the Holy Quran, and engaging in dhikr (remembrance of Allah).
2. Seeking Forgiveness and Repentance
This night serves as a reminder to seek Allah’s mercy and forgiveness for past sins and to forgive others, fostering a spirit of peace and humility.
3. Visiting Graves of Loved Ones
Many observe voluntary fasts on the 14th and 15th of Sha’ban, following the Sunnah (practice) of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
Some Muslims visit cemeteries to pray for the departed souls and seek blessings for their loved ones.
4. Acts of Charity and Helping the Needy
The authorities encourage performing acts of charity, feeding the poor, and helping those in need on this blessed night.
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