Meaning: The Night of Decree
Total Ayahs: 5
Place of Revelation: Mecca
Surah Al-Qadr illuminates the significance of the Night of Decree when the Qur’an was first revealed. It declares this night to be better than a thousand months—signifying that sincere worship during it surpasses decades of devotion. Angels, including Jibreel, descend in vast numbers by Allah’s command, and peace envelops the night until dawn. The chapter emphasizes divine mercy, forgiveness, and the shifting of destiny during this sacred time.
Divine mercy and revelation culminate in the Night of Decree—an unparalleled spiritual opportunity. Intentional worship at that time alters destinies and draws immense heavenly blessings.
Reciting it instills hope, purifies the soul, and brings forgiveness—traditions note it grants the reward of martyrdom, forgiveness of major sins, protection from Hellfire, improved provision, and relief from anxiety. It uplifts one’s spirit during trials and inspires heartfelt supplication on this portentous night.
97:3 — “The Night of Decree is better than a thousand months.”; 97:5 — “Peace it is until the emergence of dawn.”
Seek and treasure moments of divine opportunity—quality of worship, not quantity, transforms destiny.
Al-Qadeer (The All-Powerful), Ar-Rahman (Most Merciful), Al-Muhsi (The Reckoner)
Laylat al-Qadr Angels Revelation Mercy Forgiveness
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