The Prophet ﷺ stated that whoever performs this prayer on Laylat al-Qadr will not leave their place until Allah has forgiven them and their parents.

• Offer 2 Rak’ats. In each Rak’at, after Surah al-Hamd, recite Surah al-Ikhlas 7 times.
• After completion, recite 70 times:
  “Astaghfirullaha wa Atubu Ilayh”

Open the Holy Quran, place it in front of you, and recite:

Place the Quran on your head and recite:

Repeat each of these 10 times while the Quran is on your head:

• 1. Bi-ka ya Allah (By You, O Allah)
• 2. Bi-Muhammadin (By Muhammad ﷺ)
• 3. Bi-Aliyyin (By Ali ؑ)
• 4. Bi-Fatimata (By Fatima ؑ)
• 5. Bil-Hasani (By Hassan ؑ)
• 6. Bil-Husayni (By Husayn ؑ)
• 7. Bi-Aliyyib-nil-Husayn (By Ali b. Husayn ؑ)
• 8. Bi-Muhammadib-ni-Aliyyin (By Muhammad b. Ali ؑ)
• 9. Bi-Ja’farib-ni-Muhammadin (By Ja’far b. Muhammad ؑ)
• 10. Bi-Musab-ni-Ja’farin (By Musa b. Ja’far ؑ)
• 11. Bi-Aliyyib-ni-Musa (By Ali b. Musa ؑ)
• 12. Bi-Muhammadib-ni-Aliyyin (By Muhammad b. Ali ؑ)
• 13. Bi-Aliyyib-ni-Muhammadin (By Ali b. Muhammad ؑ)
• 14. Bil-Hasanib-ni-Aliyyin (By Hasan b. Ali ؑ)
• 15. Bil-Hujjati (By the Hujjah/Imam Mahdi ؑ)

Known as the “Great Armour,” this celestial prayer was brought by Archangel Jibra’il ؑ to the Prophet ﷺ. It contains 1,000 attributes of Allah, serving as a spiritual shield that protects the believer from the trials of this world and the fires of the hereafter.

The word Jawshan means “Armour.” Reciting these names on the Night of Qadr is believed to secure one’s safety, prosperity, and spiritual elevation for the entire year ahead.

“Glory be to You, there is no god but You! Relief, Relief! Save us from the Fire, O Lord!”

Taught by Imam Muhammad al-Baqir ؑ, this is the most famous prayer recited during the time of Suhur. It is a rhythmic masterpiece that calls upon Allah through His “Baha” (Beauty), “Jalal” (Grandeur), and “Noor” (Light).

Recite it slowly during the last third of the night. It is highly recommended to reflect on the attributes of Allah mentioned in each verse as you pray for your needs.

Taught by Imam Zainul Abideen ؑ to his companion Abu Hamza, this is one of the longest and most heart-wrenching prayers. It covers deep repentance, the reality of death, and the vastness of Allah’s mercy.

Due to its length, many people recite it in portions throughout the night of Qadr. It is best recited in a state of deep humility and weeping (*Buka*).

Reciting the Ziyarat of Imam Hussain ؑ on the Night of Qadr is highly recommended. It is a means of being counted among those who shake hands with all 124,000 Prophets.

Perform Two Rak’ats prayer. After finishing the prayer, stand facing the direction of Karbala and recite the Ziyarat of Imam Hussain ؑ with sincere devotion.

It is highly meritorious to offer 100 Rak’ats of prayer on each of the nights of Qadr. This prayer is a source of immense blessings and is a powerful way to seek Allah’s forgiveness and intervention in our destiny.

The prayer is offered in sets of 2 Rak’ats (just like the Fajr prayer). You should perform a total of 50 such sets to complete the 100 Rak’ats.

In each Rak’at, it is better to recite Surah al-Ikhlas 10 times after Surah al-Hamd. If you are unable to perform 100 Rak’ats, you may offer Qadha (missed) prayers of the past as a substitute.

Scholars have noted that the best act on the nights of Qadr is to spend time in “Talab-e-Ilm” (seeking knowledge). Understanding one’s faith is considered superior to thousands of units of voluntary prayer.

Spend a portion of the night reading a book of Hadith, attending a religious lecture, or studying the Tafsir (exegesis) of the Holy Quran.

The purpose is to move from blind ritual to conscious devotion. Reflecting on the “why” of our existence on this night can change the entire course of our next year.

The ultimate goal of the Night of Destiny is to align our hearts with the Living Hujjah (Imam al-Mahdi atfs). Praying for his safety and his reappearance is the most noble act on this night.

Recite Dua-e-Salamati to pray for his protection and Dua-e-Faraj to seek relief from trials through his return. Additionally, Dua al-Nudba is recommended for the morning following the night of Qadr.

Reciting these three Surahs is specifically recommended for the 23rd night of Ramadan. The rewards for these recitations are so immense that they are considered a guarantee for entry into Paradise for the sincere believer.

• Surah al-Ankabut: Focuses on faith and patience during trials.
• Surah al-Rum: Highlights the signs of Allah in the universe.
• Surah al-Dukhan: Specifically mentions the Night of Qadr.

Reciting Surah al-Qadr 1,000 times on the 23rd night is a tradition of the Ahlul Bayt ؑ. It is said that the angels and the Spirit descend upon the believer who recites this Surah in such abundance, bringing peace and divine proximity.

This act is considered a means of having one’s record of deeds “sealed” with light. If 1,000 times is not possible, one should strive to recite it as many times as their strength permits.

Found in Sahifa Sajjadiya, this prayer is a spiritual map for achieving noble traits. It is highly recommended on Laylat al-Qadr because true destiny is tied to the purity of one’s character and intentions.

In this Dua, we ask Allah to grant us the strength to forgive those who wrong us, to be generous to those who are stingy with us, and to replace our envy with love.

“O Allah, let my intention be the best of intentions, and my work be the best of works.”

It is narrated that the quickest way to have your own destiny brightened on Laylat al-Qadr is to pray for the well-being and forgiveness of your parents (living or deceased) and your family members.

Scholars recommend reciting specific verses from the Quran and the 24th Supplication of Sahifa Sajjadiya, which is entirely dedicated to the rights of parents and our duties toward them.

“My Lord, have mercy upon them as they brought me up when I was small.”