In Islam, the most holy night is Laylatul Qadr, often known as the Night of Power. The Holy Quran was first revealed on this night, a moment that changed the course of humanity forever. The rewards of worship on this night are multiplied beyond imagination and better than a thousand months.
It is the night of mercy and forgiveness, where Allah (SWT) opens the doors of blessings and answers the sincere prayer. That’s why the “Night of Power” brings people closer to Allah (SWT) and transforms their journey. .
The exact date of Laylatul Qadr is not specified or known, although it is thought to occur on an odd night in the last ten days of Ramadan 2025 (e.g. the 21st, 23rd, 25th, 27 or 29th night) . The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said:
“Seek it in the last ten days, on the odd nights,” (Hadith, Bukhari and Muslim).
Some hadith point to Laylat ul Qadr falling on the 27th night of Ramadan.
While some hadith reference to Laylat ul Qadr falling on the 27th night of Ramadan, the exact night has not been specified.
We are encouraged to seek out Laylat ul Qadr in the last ten nights of Ramadan, especially within the odd nights.
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There are a few signs of Laylat ul Qadr which have been detailed in the Qur’an and sunnah as below:
1. It will be a peaceful night.
In the Holy Qur’an, it says that on Laylat ul Qadr: “Peace it is until the emergence of dawn” [97:5] Furthermore, Ibn Khuzaymah said that: “it is a night that is neither hot nor cold.”
2. There is potential for rain
There are some narrations where the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) mentioned that he dreamed about Laylat ul Qadr and in that dream he had prostrated and when he came up, his face was wet with rain water and mud. (Al-Bukhari, 813)
3. A Special Sunrise
Some narrations say the sunrise the following morning is going to be with a sun with no rays. This means it will be a very weak sun, where you can look straight at it. Imam An-Nawawi provides two explanations as to why this could be the case:
- Allah just wants it that way. He wanted the sun to come up in a very special way after a special night.
- Due to the amount of angels filling the sky, they’re actually blocking the sunbeams.
Laylatul Qadr is a night of spiritual opportunities and a precious time to engage in Dhikr to draw closer to Him, offer Nafl (voluntary prayers), and send blessings upon the Prophet (PBUH). Sincere Dua (supplication) on this night, as Allah (SWT) is the most kind and generous in responding to prayers. Every Muslim must dedicate this night to seeking forgiveness, performing acts of worship, and deepening connection with Allah (SWT).
Giving Sadaqah and Zakat on Laylatul Qadr is one of the most rewarding acts of worship you can perform. Alongside Dhikr, blessings on the Prophet (peace be upon him), Nafl prayers, and heartfelt Dua, your charity becomes a source of endless blessings. Sadaqah on this night multiplies rewards and eases the struggles of those in need. Make your Sadaqah donation an act of faith that changes lives and brings you closer to Allah’s mercy.
