The importance of Shab-e-Miraj This important night when the Prophet (ﷺ) was taken from Makkah to Jerusalem in a single night. The importance of Shab – e – Miraj lies in the fact that it is a reminder of Allah’s mercy and power and faith on the Prophet’s (ﷺ) resilience. This journey is a reminder to us of the importance of faith, dedication and perseverance in the face of adversity. It is also a reminder of the power of prayer, and of the strength of the connection between humans and the Divine. During this journey, he [S.A.W] ascended to the highest levels of the heavens and received the blessings and knowledge directly from Allah. This night was a testament to the strength of the Prophet’s faith and devotion, and it is the source of a number of religious practices, such as the Taraweeh prearrange of Shab-e-Miraj.
Shab– e – Miraj, also known as Al-Isra Wal-Miraj and the Night of Miraj. These terms are used to portray one of the most miraculous experiences that Allah had bestowed upon Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ). This incredible journey took place during a time when the Prophet (ﷺ) was facing intense hardship and pain. It was a night when the Prophet (ﷺ) was taken from Makkah to Jerusalem in a single e night.
In Islam the significant of shab-e-Miraj the Holy Month of Rajab, Muslims around the world celebrate Isra Night, which is sometimes referred to as Shab-e-Miraj or Night of Isra. Every year on the night of 26th of Rajab according to the Islamic calendar, the Muslims celebrate Shab-e-Miraj (Isra Night), the night in which the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) went on a special journey to meet Allah Almighty himself, crossing seven skies in the form of the heavenly animal named ‘Al-Buraq.’ There is also a reference to the Isra Night in the Holy Quran with these words: “Exalted is He who took His Servant by night from al-Masjid al-Haram to al-Masjid al-Aqsa, whose surroundings We have blessed, to show him of Our signs. As a matter of fact, He is the one who hears and sees (Quran, 17:1). There was a prayer led by the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) for the emergence of the Messengers of God in Bayt-Ul-Muqaddas. Shab-e-Miraj is the night in which Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) visited all the heavens and reached Sidra-tul-Muntaha where no one ever entered before even the Angel Gabriel-e-Ameen alihilsalam. At Isra Night which is the special night, our beloved Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was blessed with the special gift of fifty prayers by Allah Almighty, which was reduced to 5 daily prayers that we observe now and made compulsories for all Muslims. Muhammad [PBUH] Was blessed with a special closeness to Allah and Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was the first person to see the Creator of the Universe in Shab-e-Miraj, the day when the Creator of the Universe made his appearance to the prophets. The Isra Night or Shab-e-Miraj has so much significance because
Allah Almighty blessed the Beloved Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) with His own sight. Allah Almighty Himself sent the Angel Gabriel-e-Ameen to call His last companion Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW) to bless Him with His own sight. It is considered significant to worship on this Holy Night of Isra. Additionally, Shab-e-Miraj strengthens the belief of Muslims due to the miracles that occurred in the night of Isra during Shab-e-Miraj. On this night, Muslims were blessed with the blessing of being able to pray. These prayers can help them fulfill their wishes and make their lives easier by giving them the ability to fulfill their wishes.
