Sholat Lailatul Qadar: Intention, Procedure and Prayer on the Last Night of Ramadan

Kapanlagi.com - There is one night better than a thousand months or known as Lailatul Qadar night. Lailatul Qadar night can be found on the last 10 nights of Ramadan, where Muslims are encouraged to perform night prayers. Because there are many virtues of Sholat Lailatul Qadar for those who perform it.

There are many deeds in Ramadan that Muslims can do with various virtues. One of the most special is Sholat Lailatul Qadar. Because, Lailatul Qadar only exists in the holy month of Ramadan.

This is what makes Lailatul Qadar night so special for Muslims during the month of Ramadan. In this case, no one knows for sure when Lailatul Qadar night falls, but most scholars believe that Lailatul Qadar night will arrive on the last 10 nights of Ramadan, especially on odd nights.

That is why utilizing time as best as possible to increase voluntary worship, one of which is performing night prayers, can be done to attain Lailatul Qadar night. Here is about Sholat Lailatul Qadar on the last night of Ramadan.

1. Meaning of Lailatul Qadar

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During the month of Ramadan, one of the practices that Muslims seek is the night of Lailatul Qadar. This night is considered to be better than a thousand months. This means that there are many virtues and special qualities of the night of Lailatul Qadar that Muslims can attain.

In addition, the night of Lailatul Qadar is mentioned in the words of Allah SWT in Surah Al Qadar, which means:

"Indeed, We revealed it (the Quran) on the Night of Decree. And what can make you know what is the Night of Decree? The Night of Decree is better than a thousand months. On that night, the angels and the Spirit descend by permission of their Lord for every matter. Peace it is until the emergence of dawn." (Al-Qadr: 1-5).

The meaning of the night of Lailatul Qadar has also been explained in several hadiths of the Prophet, which is the most special night in the month of Ramadan. For Muslims who are able to attain it, there are many virtues that can be obtained. However, it requires preparation within oneself and sincerity in performing worship.

2. Time and Signs of Lailatul Qadar Night

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Previously mentioned, no one knows exactly when the night of Lailatul Qadar will come. However, many scholars mention that the night of Lailatul Qadar occurs on the last 10 nights of Ramadan, specifically on odd nights. This is in accordance with the following hadith:

"Seek Lailatul Qadar on the odd (numbered) nights of the last ten days of Ramadan." (Narrated by Al-Bukhari, Muslim, and others).

Among the odd nights of the last 10 nights of Ramadan, for example, are nights 21, 23, 25, 27, and 29. Therefore, it is recommended to perform various voluntary acts of worship in order to attain the night of Lailatul Qadar. Although it is not easy to attain and determine the exact time, there are several signs of the arrival of Lailatul Qadar night that need to be known. Here are some signs of the arrival of Lailatul Qadar night:

- The night air feels cool, neither cold nor hot.

- The wind blows gently, bringing coolness.

- There is no rain and clouds when Lailatul Qadar night arrives.

- The sun shines without intense heat, so the air feels cool even during the day.

- The night feels calm, and there are no sounds of animals.

3. Sholat Lailatul Qadar

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One of the deeds that can be done on the night of Lailatul Qadar is performing voluntary prayers. Because performing the prayer of Lailatul Qadar has the virtue of having all previous sins forgiven. This is in accordance with the hadith that says:

"Whoever prays at night during Lailatul Qadar out of faith and seeking reward from Allah, his previous sins will be forgiven." (Hadith Muttafaq 'Alaih).

4. Bacaan Niat Sholat Lailatul Qadar

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As for the intention for the prayer of Lailatul Qadar that can be practiced during the last 10 nights of Ramadan, you can refer to the following review. The following is the intention for the prayer of Lailatul Qadar as quoted from dalamislam.com:

"Ushalli Sunnata lailatil Qadri Arba'arakaatin Lillahi Ta'aalaa."

Meaning: "I intend to perform the voluntary prayer of Lailatul Qadar, two units, for the sake of Allah Ta'ala."

This intention can be recited in the heart and performed with the hope of gaining the pleasure of Allah SWT. After that, you can proceed to perform the prayer of Lailatul Qadar.

5. Procedure for Praying Lailatul Qadar

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After understanding the intention for praying Lailatul Qadar, basically the procedure for praying Lailatul Qadar is similar to performing obligatory or sunnah prayers but with slight differences. The Lailatul Qadar prayer consists of two rak'ahs, four rak'ahs, and a maximum of twelve rak'ahs.

However, in the Lailatul Qadar prayer, there is no initial takhiyat and it goes directly to the final takhiyat in the fourth rak'ah when performing the sunnah prayer of Lailatul Qadar with four rak'ahs. The most recommended time to perform the Lailatul Qadar prayer is during the last third of the night. Here is the procedure for praying Lailatul Qadar and its sequence.

- Reciting the intention for praying Lailatul Qadar.

- Takbiratul ihram.

- Reciting Surah Al-Fatihah continuously in the first to fourth rak'ahs.

- Reciting short surahs (it is recommended to recite Surah At-Takasur, Al-Qadar, and Al-Ikhlas three times).

- There is no initial takhiyat, so after prostration in the second rak'ah, immediately stand up again to perform the third rak'ah.

- Final takhiyat in the fourth rak'ah.

- Salam.

6. Prayer of Lailatul Qadar

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After performing the prayer of Lailatul Qadar, there is a recommended prayer to be recited. After performing the prayer, it can be followed by remembrance and sincere prayer to Allah SWT, hoping for His pleasure and forgiveness. Here is the prayer that can be recited on the night of Lailatul Qadar:

"Allahumma innaka 'afuwwun tuhibbul 'afwa fa'fu 'anni"

Meaning: "O Allah, You are the Most Forgiving and Merciful, so forgive me."

In addition, it can be continued with other prayers, such as asking for safety, forgiveness, help, protection, or firmness of faith.

7. The Virtues of the Night of Lailatul Qadar

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There are many virtues of the night of Lailatul Qadar that make it so special. Some of these virtues include:

- A night full of blessings from Allah SWT.

- Obtaining forgiveness for past sins.

- Receiving abundant rewards from Allah SWT.

That is the prayer of Lailatul Qadar along with its intention, procedures, and prayers on the last night of Ramadan. Hopefully, by knowing about the prayer of Lailatul Qadar, one can obtain blessings and grace from Allah SWT.

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