SHAB-e-MIRAAJ

SHAB-e-MIRAAJ

What is Miraj
Lailat al Miraj, also known as Shab-e-Miraj, is the Muslim festival celebrating the Isra and Mi'raj of the Prophet Muhammad, when it is believed he went from Mecca to Al-Haram As-Sharif (Also known as the Temple Mount) and was then raised to Jannah (Heaven), met with the Prophets and eventually with Allah (God).

When is it celebrated?

It is celebrated on the 27th day of the month Rajab in the Islamic calendar. From this journey, Muslims believe, the command for five daily prayers (Salat) was given.

Qur’anic Roots of the Miraj

In the Surah al‑Isra (Sarah 17 ‑ also known as Bani Isra`il), it is mentioned:

"Glorified be He who carried His servant at night from Masjid al­ Haram to Masjid al‑Aqsa, the precincts of which We have blessed so that We may show him of Our Signs. Verily He is the All­ Hearing, the All‑Seeing.

Surah al‑Najm, Verses 12 to 18

"Will you then argue with him about what he saw? He certainly saw him (Jibra'il) during his other ascent to the Lote‑tree (in the seven heavens) near which is Paradise. When the tree was covered with a covering, (Muhammad's) eyes did not deceive him, nor did they lead him to falsehood. He certainly saw the greatest (signs) of the existence of his Lord.''