Shab-e-Meraj, a momentous night in Islamic history, commemorates the miraculous journey of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). This extraordinary event, which occurred on the 27th night of the Islamic month of Rajab, witnessed the Prophet ascend to the seven heavens and encounter Allah Almighty.
While the exact date of Shab-e-Meraj 2025 in Pakistan depends on the sighting of the moon of Rajab, 1446, it is generally observed on the evening of January 28th, 2025. This night holds immense importance in the Islamic faith, as a reminder of the Prophet’s unwavering faith and profound connection with the divine.
Shab e meraj 2025 date
Shab-e-Meraj is an optional holiday in Pakistan. The employment laws in the country allow employees to choose a limited number of holidays from a list of optional holidays. While some employees may choose to take the day off on this significant occasion, most offices and businesses remain open.
Shab e meraj 2025 Islamic date
shab e meraj 2025 islamic date is 27 Rajab 1447 AH. The Shab-e-Mairaj (night of the journey) is a journey that is said to have taken place during the night of the Rajab 27 by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in 621 AD, a year before he migrated from Makkah to Medinah. During this journey Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) narrated was taken to visit different levels of heaven and even to the furthest mosque – Masjid Al Aqsa in Jerusalem – currently the most disputed location between Palestine and Israel.
This journey is believed to have been a physical journey and not a dream and is seen as a special gift and blessing to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The significance of the journey is that it is seen amongst Muslims as a reaffirmation of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) status as a messenger of Allah, and a reminder of the great blessings that have been bestowed upon him. The believers perform Nawafil, gatherings of greetings and salutations and recitation of Naat are organized,

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