Laylat al-Qadr, also known as the Night of Power, is the blessed night on which the Holy Qur’an was first revealed. It is described as better than a thousand months and holds great spiritual significance for Muslims. In 2025, Laylat al-Qadr is expected to fall on the night of Wednesday, March 26, 2025.
In this article, we will explore which day Laylat al-Qadr falls on, how it is mentioned in the Qur’an, the meaning of Surah al-Qadr, and the significant events associated with this night.
Laylat al-Qadr will be observed on the night of Wednesday, March 26, 2025. However, Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) stated that Laylat al-Qadr is hidden within the last ten nights of Ramadan, encouraging Muslims to dedicate those nights to worship.
The hadith says:
“Seek Laylat al-Qadr in the odd-numbered nights among the last ten nights of Ramadan.” (Bukhari, Laylat al-Qadr, 3; Muslim, Siyam, 216)
For this reason, the 21st, 23rd, 25th, and especially the 27th nights should be spent in increased devotion, as they are most likely candidates for Laylat al-Qadr.
Yes, Laylat al-Qadr is clearly mentioned in the Qur’an. Both Surah al-Qadr and Surah ad-Dukhan contain verses highlighting the importance of this night.
Surah ad-Dukhan states:
“Indeed, We sent it [the Qur’an] down on a blessed night. Indeed, We are ever warning [mankind].” (Surah ad-Dukhan, 44:3)
Surah al-Qadr, which speaks about the virtue of Laylat al-Qadr, is the 97th chapter of the Qur’an.
📖 Surah al-Qadr (in Arabic):
إِنَّا أَنْزَلْنَاهُ فِي لَيْلَةِ الْقَدْرِ وَمَا أَدْرَاكَ مَا لَيْلَةُ الْقَدْرِ لَيْلَةُ الْقَدْرِ خَيْرٌ مِنْ أَلْفِ شَهْرٍ تَنَزَّلُ الْمَلَائِكَةُ وَالرُّوحُ فِيهَا بِإِذْنِ رَبِّهِمْ مِنْ كُلِّ أَمْرٍ سَلَامٌ هِيَ حَتَّى مَطْلَعِ الْفَجْرِ
📖 English Translation:
“Indeed, We sent it [the Qur’an] down on the Night of Power. And what can make you know what the Night of Power is? The Night of Power is better than a thousand months. The angels and the Spirit descend therein by permission of their Lord for every matter. Peace it is until the emergence of dawn.”
This surah emphasizes that Laylat al-Qadr is better than a thousand months, and that angels descend upon the earth to bring peace and blessings to the believers.
• 📌 1. The First Verses of the Qur’an Were Revealed Laylat al-Qadr is the night when the first revelation was sent down to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). On this night, Angel Jibreel (Gabriel) brought the divine command, “Read!” marking a major turning point in Islamic history. • 📌 2. A Night Better Than a Thousand Months According to the Qur’an, acts of worship performed on this night are worth more than those done over a thousand months—meaning prayers, supplications, and good deeds on this night are equivalent to over 83 years of worship.
• 📌 Laylat al-Qadr will be observed on the night of Wednesday, March 26, 2025. • 📌 It is highly recommended to spend the night in worship by reading the Qur’an, performing prayers, and making du’a (supplication). • 📌 Frequently recite the following supplication: “Allahumma innaka ‘afuwwun tuhibbu’l-‘afwa fa’fu ‘anni.” (O Allah, You are Most Forgiving, and You love forgiveness, so forgive me.)
💫 May your Laylat al-Qadr be blessed! 💫