Achieving Lailatul Qadar: Recitations and Prayers That Can Be Uttered on the Last 10 Nights of Ramadan

Kapanlagi.com - The night of Lailatul Qadar, a night more noble than a thousand months, marks the peak of sanctity during the last ten nights of Ramadan. Every act of worship performed on this night holds extraordinary value, equivalent to worship for over 83 years! One of the highly recommended acts of worship on this special night is to increase prayers, especially the prayers taught directly by the Prophet Muhammad SAW.

In various narrations, the Prophet Muhammad SAW provided specific prayer recitations for Lailatul Qadar to his wife, Siti Aisyah RA. This prayer has now become a guide for Muslims around the world who hope to receive forgiveness and mercy from Allah SWT on this night full of light and blessings. Additionally, understanding the etiquette and the best times to recite prayers is also very important so that our prayers become more likely to be answered.

With sincere intentions and deep understanding, reciting the prayer for Lailatul Qadar is not merely a routine act of worship, but also a manifestation of our humility and submission to the Creator. Let us delve further into the recitation of the prayer for Lailatul Qadar, the proper way to recite it, the most appropriate times, and its virtues based on the hadiths narrated by scholars, summarized by Kapanlagi.com, Tuesday (25/3).

1. How to Attain the Night of Lailatul Qadar

Attaining the night of Lailatul Qadar is the aspiration of every Muslim because this night is said to be better than a thousand months as explained in QS. Al-Qadr, and according to the majority of scholars, this special night falls on the odd nights of the last ten nights of Ramadan.

To gain the glory of the night of Lailatul Qadar, Muslims are encouraged to engage in a number of acts of worship such as the following:

• Increasing the intensity of worship, such as night prayers, reading the Qur'an, remembering Allah, and making consistent supplications, especially during the quiet hours of the night.
• Increasing high-value spiritual deeds such as charity.
• Engaging in frequent istighfar (seeking forgiveness).
• Avoiding futile matters so that this night of great glory truly becomes a moment of change and forgiveness of sins.

2. Recommended Supplications on the Night of Lailatul Qadar According to Hadith

There are two versions of the prayer conveyed by the Prophet Muhammad SAW to Sayyidah Aisyah RA, both of which have a strong basis in authentic hadith from various narrators, including Imam At-Tirmidhi.

1. First Prayer (HR At-Tirmidhi):

• Arabic: اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّكَ عَفُوٌّ كَرِيمٌ تُحِبُّ الْعَفْوَ فَارْفُ عَنِّي
• Latin: Allāhumma innaka ‘afuwwun karīmun tuhibbul ‘afwa fa‘fu ‘annī
• Meaning: “O Allah, indeed You are the Most Forgiving and Generous, You love forgiveness, so forgive me.”

2. Second Prayer (HR Five Imams of Hadith except Abu Dawud):

• Arabic: اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّكَ عَفُوٌّ تُحِبُّ الْعَفْوَ فَارْفُ عَنِّي
• Latin: Allāhumma innaka ‘afuwwun tuhibbul ‘afwa fa‘fu ‘annī
• Meaning: “O Allah, indeed You are the Most Forgiving, You love forgiveness, so forgive me.”

Both prayers contain the essence of acknowledging the greatness of Allah's attribute as the Most Forgiving and a sincere request from a servant to receive forgiveness for all sins.

3. How to Pray on the Night of Lailatul Qadar

Praying on the night of Lailatul Qadar should be done with proper etiquette and in accordance with Islamic law to be more meaningful and accepted. As taught in the books of fiqh and authentic hadiths, here are the etiquettes:

• First, begin with a sincere intention and face the Qibla.
• Recite praises to Allah and send blessings upon the Prophet Muhammad SAW before presenting your requests.
• Next, the prayer for Lailatul Qadar can be recited repeatedly with full concentration, whether in congregation or alone, with a soft voice and a heart humbled before Allah.
• End the prayer that has been made by mentioning Asmaul Husna and requesting goodness for this world and the Hereafter.

4. The Virtue of Reciting Prayers on the Night of Lailatul Qadar

Reciting prayers on the night of Lailatul Qadar is one of the most noble acts because it coincides with a night mentioned in the Qur'an as a night full of glory and forgiveness.

The prayers offered on this night have a great chance of being granted, as it is the time when angels and the Angel Gabriel descend with mercy and the annual decree from Allah SWT.

Moreover, the virtue of prayers on the night of Lailatul Qadar is also mentioned in a hadith that whoever revives this night with faith and full hope in Allah will have all their past sins forgiven.

5. The Best Time to Read Prayers and Perform Acts of Worship on the Night of Lailatul Qadar

The Night of Lailatul Qadar holds extraordinary wonders, and the best time to raise prayers is during the last third of the night—when most people are asleep in their dreams, while Allah draws near to His servants with infinite love.

However, do not hesitate to offer prayers from the moment the night arrives, especially after the tarawih prayers or while performing night worship such as tahajud and witir. The entire night during the last ten days of Ramadan is a golden opportunity for prayer.

To maximize worship, Muslims are encouraged to wisely manage their rest and worship times, so they can wake up at sahur—when hopes and prayers are sincerely offered, having a great chance of being accepted by the Creator.

6. FAQ

What is the best prayer on the Night of Lailatul Qadar?

The prayer taught by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him): “Allāhumma innaka ‘afuwwun tuhibbul ‘afwa fa‘fu ‘annī.”

When is the right time to read the prayer for Lailatul Qadar?

The best time is the last third of the night on the odd nights of the last ten days of Ramadan.

Is it permissible to recite the prayer for Lailatul Qadar multiple times?

It is permissible, and it is even recommended to recite it as much as possible with full concentration.

Must the prayer for Lailatul Qadar be recited in Arabic?

It is preferable to recite it in Arabic, but it is acceptable to continue or intersperse it with personal prayers in one’s own language.

What should be prepared before praying on the Night of Lailatul Qadar?

A sincere intention, purification, night prayers, and creating a focused and calm atmosphere.

(kpl/rmt)