Laylat al-Qadr

The Night of Decree — Laylat al-Qadr — is regarded as one of the most significant and sacred nights in Islam. According to Islamic belief, it was on this night that the Holy Scripture — the Qur’an — was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. For this reason, the Night of Decree holds profound spiritual and religious significance for the Muslim world and is commemorated each year during the month of Ramadan through special acts of worship and prayer.
According to Islamic sources, the Night of Decree occurs within the last ten days of Ramadan. In hadiths transmitted from the Prophet, believers are encouraged to seek this night particularly among the odd-numbered nights of the final ten days of the month. In the Shi‘i tradition, the 19th, 21st, and 23rd nights of Ramadan are considered the most likely, whereas in the Sunni tradition it is widely believed that the Night of Decree falls on the 27th night.
In the Islamic understanding, this night is a time of a special manifestation of divine mercy, forgiveness, and spiritual blessing. In Surah al-Qadr, the excellence of this night is emphasized, and it is described as being “better than a thousand months.” Furthermore, Surah ad-Dukhan also mentions that the Qur’an was revealed “on a blessed night,” and most classical exegetes associate this reference with the Night of Decree.
Muslims observe the Night of Decree with deep reverence and devote it to worship, prayer, and the remembrance of God. Many believers remain awake until dawn, perform additional prayers, recite the Qur’an, and seek God’s forgiveness. In Islamic tradition, this night is regarded as one of the greatest opportunities for spiritual renewal, sincere repentance, and drawing closer to divine mercy.