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  • Shab-e-Miraj (Isra’ and Mi’raj) 2025 Date and Meaning: What Is the Story of Isra’ and Mi’raj? Know Significance of the ‘Night of Ascent’

    Shab-e-Miraj (Isra’ and Mi’raj) 2025 Date and Meaning: What Is the Story of Isra’ and Mi’raj? Know Significance of the ‘Night of Ascent’

    Isra and Mi’raj is a significant event in Islamic tradition that marks the miraculous night journey and ascension of Prophet Muhammad. It is observed on the 27th night of Rajab, the seventh month of the Islamic lunar calendar, although specific dates may vary based on the starting of Rajab month in that particular country or region. The Isra and Miʿraj are the two parts of a Night Journey that Muslims believe the Islamic prophet Muhammad took during a single night. Shab-e-Miraj 2025 Date, History and Significance: All You Need To Know About the ‘Night of Ascent,’ Lailat Al Miraj. 

    As per Islamic tradition, the mention of the story is found in the 17th chapter of the Quran, called al-Isra’, while details of the story are found in the hadith. The night of Shab-e-Miraj, Al Isra’ wal Mi’raj 2025 will fall on the evening of January 26 in Saudi Arabia as the 27th Rajab will start from the sunset on January 26.

    Shab-e-Miraj (Isra’ and Mi’raj) 2025 Date

    As stated above, Shab-e-Miraj will be observed on the evening of January 26 in Saudi Arabia. In India, the 27th Rajab will start from the sunset on January 27. Hence, Mi’raj will be observed on the evening of January 27.

    Isra’ and Mi’raj Meaning

    Isra means walking or traveling at night while Miʿraj means rising, or going up to a high place. In the Isra, known as the Night Journey, Muhammad is said to have travelled on the back of Buraq, a winged horse-like bird to Al-Aqsa where he led other prophets including Ibrahim (Abraham), Musa (Moses), and Isa (Jesus) in prayer. Muhammad then ascended into heaven during the Miʿraj where he individually greeted the prophets, and later spoke to God, who agreed to lower the number of required ṣalāt from 50 a day to only five. The story of the journey and ascent are marked as one of the most celebrated in the Islamic calendar—27th of the Islamic month of Rajab. January 2025 Holidays and Festivals Calendar. 

    Isra’ and Mi’raj Significance

    Isra and Mi’raj hold great significance for Muslims worldwide. The events of Isra and Miʿraj are mentioned briefly in the Quran and then further expanded and interpreted within the hadith (the literary corpus of reported sayings of Muhammad), which form supplements to the Quran. Two hadith sources on the Isra and Miʿraj considered the most reliable are Anas ibn Malik and Ibn ʿAbbas.

    For the Muslim community worldwide, the event demonstrates Allah’s miraculous power and serves as a source of hope and inspiration during times of hardship. On these days, Muslims around the world offer additional prayers and attend lectures or gatherings to reflect on the lessons of Isra and Mi’raj.

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 26, 2025 08:45 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

  • Shab-e-Miraj 2025 Date, History and Significance: All You Need To Know About the ‘Night of Ascent,’ Lailat Al Miraj

    Shab-e-Miraj 2025 Date, History and Significance: All You Need To Know About the ‘Night of Ascent,’ Lailat Al Miraj

    Shab e-Miraj, or Night of Ascension, is a very significant occasion for Muslims across the globe. It commemorates the night journey of Prophet Muhammad to the heavens from Mecca. Shab e-Miraj 2025 will most likely be observed on Sunday, January 26; however, the exact date will depend on the moon sighting. The event is believed to have taken place on the 27th night of the Rajab month, according to the Islamic calendar. The day is observed with a lot of faith and devotion. Muslims around the world visit local mosques, offer their prayers for Allah’s mercy and forgiveness, recite verses from the Quran, engage in charity, and many even choose to observe a strict fast on this day. Here’s all you need to know about the observance. Shab-e-Miraj Date, History and Significance: Everything To Know About ‘The Night of Ascent’, Also Known As Lailat Al Miraj.

    Shab e-Miraj 2025 Date

    Shab e-Miraj, or the Isra and Miraj 2025, will most likely be observed on Sunday, January 26; however, the exact date will depend on the moon sighting of the Rajab month.

    Shab e-Miraj History

    Shab e-Miraj, also known as Isra and Mi’raj, is a very significant observance for Muslims. The term Isra’ refers to traveling or walking at night, and Mi’raj refers to going up or rising to a high place. It marks Prophet Muhammad’s night journey and ascension into the heavens. The miraculous journey took place in two parts around the year AD 621, on the 27th night of the month of Rajab. First, Prophet Muhammad went from Mecca to Jerusalem, and then he ascended to the heavens by Allah’s will. The event unfolded at a time when the Prophet was going through a period of pain after losing two of his loved ones.

    It all started after Prophet Muhammad was woken up by angel Jibrael from his peaceful sleep. His heart and stomach were blessed with the waters of Zam Zam. After the purification, Prophet Muhammad was taken to Masjid Al-Aqsa in Jerusalem, a journey that highlights the spiritual connection between Islamic holy sites. Prophet Muhammad and angel Jibrael in the second part of the Night of Mi’raj. It is during this auspicious journey that the five daily prayers, a fundamental aspect of Islamic worship with great spiritual significance for Muslims, were established.

    Shab e-Miraj Significance

    Shab e-Miraj is one of the most significant observances in Islam. Through sermons, religious leaders emphasise the importance of Mi’raj in Islam. During this sacred time, many observe a fast and embrace the period as a time for spiritual purification and self-discipline. It is also the perfect opportunity for Muslims to reaffirm their dedication to the religion and come close to Allah by performing good deeds. In addition, it is also a reminder that Ramadan is nearing. Shab-e-Miraj (Isra’ and Mi’raj) Date, History and Significance: Know All About ‘The Night of Ascent’, Also Known As Lailat Al Miraj.

    During this period, families come together, offer nightlong prayers known as Tahajjud, seek spiritual purification, engage in charitable acts, and offer food and assistance to those in need. It is a time reflection, unity, and a desire to draw closer to Allah.

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 22, 2025 04:27 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).