ISLAMABAD: Shab-e-Baraat, the night of reverence and fervor has been
observed across the country with great religious zeal on Sunday night.
The
Muslims offered special nightlong prayers to seek forgiveness and Allah
Almighty’s blessing on this occasion to achieve success in the world
and Hereafter.
The significant distinction of this night,
according to Islamic belief, is that it falls on 15th Shaban in which
depiction of births and deaths is finalized for forthcoming year.
According
to religious scholars, there are some nights, which are significant,
sacred, and Shabe Baraat is one of these. Though, in the Islamic
perspective every night and day has its own importance but some nights
have special significance like Shab-e-Barat, Lailatul Qadar,
Shab-e-Miraj, Ashura and two nights of Eids.
On the occasion of
Shab-e-Barat, Allah Almighty showers infinite mercy and blesses on
human being. According to Hazrat Ayesha Siddiqa (RA) “Allah Almighty
opens the doors of Mercy and Grace for the mankind, the door remains
open throughout the night till the Fajr prayers” in which He exonerates
those seeking forgiveness.
Faithful are gathering at mosques
after Isha and offer night-long special prayers, while different
gatherings and Mahafil-e-Naat are arranged to mark the Shabe Baraat.
Ulema
and religious scholars in their sermons would highlight the teachings
of Islam and various aspects of the life of the Holy Prophet (PBUH).
The
houses, streets and especially mosques are decorated with colorful
pennants and buntings whereas at night these were well illuminated by
means of electric lights, candles or even oil lamps.
Besides,
people would visit graves of their near and dear ones, seeking Allah
Almighty’s blessings for the departed souls. Special security
arrangements have been made for peaceful observance of the
Shab-e-Bara’at throughout the country. Online
