Shab-e-Meraj observed with religious zeal and fervor
Pakistan
Muslims celebrate Shab-e-Meraj on the 27th night of Rajab (seventh month of Islamic calendar).
LAHORE (Dunya News) - Shab-e-Meraj was observed across the country on Wednesday night with religious fervor, great respect and devotion. Shab-e-Meraj is a holy night for the Muslims as it’s a night when the Holy Prophet (PBUH) ascended to the highest levels of Heavens.
Special prayers, recitation of Holy Quran and religious gatherings were held in mosques and at homes throughout the country. Worshippers offered special prayers for the unity of Muslim Ummah in general and prosperity of Pakistanis in particular. Mosques were also decorated with lights.
The faithful gathered at mosques in great numbers after Isha and offered special prayers that continued till Fajr. Religious scholars in their sermons highlighted the importance of the night and its blessings. They also highlighted teachings and various aspects of the life of the Holy Prophet (PBUH).
Besides mosques, houses and streets were decorated with colorful buntings. Women spent night while praying at their homes.
Muslims celebrate Shab-e-Meraj on the 27th night of Rajab (seventh month of Islamic calendar). It is also known as Shab-e-Meraj-un-Nabi (PBUH) and Laylatul Meraj. Shab-e-Meraj is celebrated to commemorate the journey of Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) to meet Allah Almighty. Muslims observe this event by praying, congregating, reciting the Holy Quran, and supplicating. They fast during the day from dawn to dusk.
The Holy Prophet (Peace be upon him) was given the honour of Meraj on 27 Rajab when Hazrat Jibrael (AS) came to meet the last prophet (PBUH) and he went to meet the Almighty on the Buraq. Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) went to Aqsa Mosque and led the prayers of all prophets.
