On the Night of Qadr, Muslims strive to attain the goodness and blessings that spread across the earth. It's a night of great virtue, when angels descend, surpassing in value a thousand months. It's a night of repentance and supplication, a night of liberation from the Hellfire. The question remains:
How can a Muslim earn the rewards of this blessed night?
Who among us doesn't eagerly await a gate of Paradise to open on this night? It's the night when the Quran was revealed, elevating its significance as the night of the greatest word, the eternal speech of Allah – the Quran.
It's a night that determines destinies, sustenance, and worldly events from east to west. The Prophet ﷺ informed us that it falls within the last ten nights of Ramadan, with odd nights being more hopeful. He said: "Seek it in the last ten nights, in the odd ones."
The virtue of Laylat al-Qadr:
Laylat al-Qadr is distinguished as being better than a thousand months, with worship during it surpassing the worship of a thousand months, as the reward for righteous deeds is multiplied. Allah mentions in the Quran: "لَيْلَةُ الْقَدْرِ خَيْرٌ مِّنْ أَلْفِ شَهْرٍ."
Standing in prayer on Laylat al-Qadr, supplicating, and performing righteous deeds carry immense weight of reward and salvation.
It's the night when the Quran was revealed, the eternal miracle to the Prophet, peace be upon him.
A night abundant in blessings and mercy.
This night determines destinies, sustenance, and events both day and night.
Angels descend on this night, bringing only goodness, blessings, and mercy – a night of redemption from the Hellfire.
Whoever observes it with faith and anticipation, seeking forgiveness, will have their past sins forgiven, as the Prophet, peace be upon him, said: "Whoever stands in prayer on Laylat al-Qadr out of faith and expectation [of reward], will be forgiven his previous sins."
Good deeds on Laylat al-Qadr:
On this blessed night, a Muslim should dedicate their time to acts of goodness and drawing closer to Allah. Among these deeds:
1. *Reading the Quran:* One of the greatest engagements for a Muslim during Ramadan and on this blessed night is to immerse oneself in the Quran – reciting it with reflection.
2. *Night Prayer (Qiyam al-Layl):* Allah encourages night prayer, considering it an honor for believers. It brings the servant closer to Allah, earning them immense rewards. The Prophet, peace be upon him, urged standing in prayer during Ramadan, saying, "Whoever observes the night prayer in Ramadan with faith and seeking reward will have their previous sins forgiven."
3. *Frequent Remembrance and Supplication:* Rewards multiply in Ramadan through increased remembrance and supplication. Allah responds to prayers during this month, so it is recommended for a Muslim to seize the opportunity, making abundant supplications and remembering Allah in hopes of His mercy and forgiveness. Aisha, may Allah be pleased with her, asked the Prophet, peace be upon him, what to say on Laylat al-Qadr if she were to witness it. He advised her to say: "O Allah, indeed You are Pardoning, Generous; You love pardon, so pardon me."
The Virtue of Charity on Laylat al-Qadr:
Charity on the Night of Decree is considered a gateway to goodness and blessings. Allah says in the Quran: "Whatever you spend is replaced by Him." If charity on regular nights carries great reward, on Laylat al-Qadr, it is multiplied manifold.
Allah, the Most High, says: "The Night of Decree is better than a thousand months." Giving charity on Laylat al-Qadr, especially during the odd nights of the last ten days of Ramadan, earns the giver multiplied rewards and blessings. Allah responds to the prayers of the charitable Muslim on this night, acknowledging their actions toward the needy and the poor. It may serve as one of the reasons for the charitable individual to enter Paradise.
How to Donate and Contribute to Charity on Laylat al-Qadr:
You can seize the opportunity of Laylat al-Qadr and earn its reward by donating to support humanitarian causes through the Ensany Charity platform during each blessed night of the holy month. Here are simple steps:
Step 1:
Choose any of our charitable projects that you would like to support. Ensany offers various projects related to food, water, education, healthcare, orphan care, relief projects, and development initiatives. You can also allocate your Zakat and other charitable donations directly to beneficiaries.
Step 2:
Divide your donations. Select the amount you wish to donate each night as you prefer. If you want to increase the donation value on specific nights, you have the freedom to do so.
Preparing for Laylat al-Qadr:
1. Repentance and Seeking Forgiveness: Before anything else, the heart must be prepared. Repentance from sins and seeking forgiveness pave the way to receive Allah's mercy in those blessed moments.
2. Prayer and Worship:Increasing prayers and engaging in worship during this night enhances the connection with Allah and opens the doors to His mercy. The Prophet ﷺ said, "Whoever stands in prayer on Laylat al-Qadr with faith and expectation of reward, their previous sins will be forgiven."
3. Charity: Contribute to goodness and charity on this night to be a source of light and blessings.
4. Supplication (Dua):Make abundant supplications for yourself, fellow Muslims, and the entire world.
In conclusion, Laylat al-Qadr requires comprehensive preparation that combines worship, humility, and generosity. Congratulations to those who attain it and perform righteous deeds, benefiting them in this life and the Hereafter, leading to their liberation from the Hellfire and entry into Paradise.
