Web Desk: Shab-e-Barat, also known as laylat al-bara’ah or night of forgiveness will be observed today on intervening night of Thursday and Friday.
The night is a significant Islamic occasion observed on the 15th night of the Islamic month of Shaban.
It is considered a night of forgiveness, mercy, and blessings.
Worshippers will engage in night-long prayers, seeking divine blessings and forgiveness.
Devotees across Pakistan have expressed enthusiasm for the occasion, with thousands preparing to spend the night in prayers and seeking divine mercy.
As it is believed to be “the night when destinies are recorded, and Allah’s mercy is abundant upon those who seek forgiveness.”
Religious scholars emphasise that Shab-e-Barat is a night of spiritual renewal, urging believers to seek forgiveness, mend broken relationships, and make resolutions for self-improvement.
Many devotees observe fasting the following day as a sign of gratitude and devotion.
With the approach of Ramadan, this night serves as an opportunity for introspection and preparation for the holy month of fasting.
Many people visit graves of loved ones, clean and decorate them, and offer prayers for the deceased. Some Muslims also fast on the 15th day of Shaban.
In some countries, including Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh, Shab-e-Barat is observed with religious fervour
People also gather at mosques and other public places for collective prayers and recitations.
