Shab-e-Qadr 2025: Moments of fervent prayers and blessings
Pakistan
Laylatul Qadr, also known as Night of Decree, holds immense significance in Islam
The night of 27th of Ramazan will follow Jumatul Wida
Suparco forecast Eidul Fitr on March 31
Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee and zonal committees will gather on March 30 for Shawwal moon sighting
LAHORE (Dunya News) – The Muslims across the country will spend a night with fervent prayers and devotional activities on Thursday night in the hope of having Shab-e-Qadr (Night of Reverence).
Laylatul Qadr, also known as Night of Decree, holds immense significance in Islam as it marks the completion of Quran’s revelation on the 27th night of Ramazan.
This auspicious night (one in the last 10 days of the holy month) is described in the Quran as “one better than a thousand months”. The faithful offer prayers and seek Allah Almighty’s blessings and forgiveness on the night of nights.
Mosques in the length and breadth of the country are illuminated and resound with prayers and recitation of Quranic verses.
People also pray at homes and distribute food and dole-outs among the needy to seek divine blessings.
Juma-tul-Wida in Pakistan
The night of 27th of Ramazan will follow Jumatul Wida, the last Friday of the holy month of Ramazan.
Jumatul Wida is celebrated by Muslims across the globe on the last Friday of the holy month of Ramazan.
The day holds great significance and marks an important event for the followers of Islam. The believers of Islam gather in mosques to offer prayers in large numbers, recite the Holy Quran, do charity and seek blessings and forgiveness from Allah Almighty.
Eid around the corner
The culmination of the holy month marks the Eid celebrations in the Muslim world.
In Pakistan, the Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (Suparco) forecast Eidul Fitr on March 31 (Monday).
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The government has announced three-day holidays on Eidul Fitr 2025 accordingly.
The commission, in a statement, says the crescent is likely to be seen in Pakistan on March 30 on the basis of scientific calculations.
“Consequently, Ramazan is expected to complete [in] 29 days, and the first day of Eidul Fitr will likely be observed on 31 March 2025,” it says.
The chances of sighting the moon in Saudi Arabia are “almost impossible on March 29, 2025 as the age of the crescent at the time of sunset in Makkah would be approximately five hours.”
“In this regard, the crescent is expected to be visible on March 30, 2025 in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East, and they would also likely celebrate Eid on March 31, 2025,” it says.
Earlier, astronomers predicted Eidul Fitr would be held in Pakistan on March 31.
The holy month of Ramazan is likely to have 29 days and Eid will fall on March 31 (Monday), said astronomers.
They said the age of crescent on March 30 night would be 26 hours therefore, it would be visible in the sky.
Meanwhile, the Ruet-e-Hilal Committee also expects Eid on March 31 on the basis of age of crescent.
The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee and zonal committees will gather on March 30 for Shawwal moon sighting. The central committee’s meeting will be held at the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony.
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The Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (Suparco) says Eidul Fitr is likely to be held on March 31.
