Significant Dates and Periods During Ramadan

what is significant dates and periods during Ramadan ?

🌙 Ramadan – The Sacred Month of Blessings

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar and holds immense spiritual significance for Muslims worldwide. It was during this blessed month that the Holy Qur’an was revealed to Prophet Muhammad (SAW) as divine guidance for humanity.

Muslims observe fasting (Sawm) from dawn (Fajr) to sunset (Maghrib), abstaining not only from food and drink but also from gossip, swearing, smoking, and sinful behavior. Ramadan is a time of purification, patience, charity, and increased devotion.

📖 Important Events in Ramadan

Throughout Islamic history, many significant events occurred in this holy month:

2 Ramadan – The Torah (Tawrat) was revealed to Musa (AS).
10 Ramadan – The demise of Khadija bint Khuwaylid (RA), the first wife of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) and the first believer in Islam.
12 Ramadan – The Gospel (Injil) was bestowed upon Isa (AS).
15 Ramadan – The birth of Hasan ibn Ali (RA), grandson of the Prophet (SAW).
17 Ramadan – The passing of Aisha bint Abu Bakr (RA), beloved wife of the Prophet (SAW).
17 Ramadan – Victory in the historic Battle of Badr, a turning point for the early Muslim community.
18 Ramadan – The Zabur (Psalms) was revealed to Dawud (AS).
19 Ramadan – Ali ibn Abi Talib (RA) was attacked and later passed away from his injuries.
20 Ramadan – The historic Conquest of Mecca led by Prophet Muhammad (SAW).

✨ Laylat al-Qadr – The Night of Power

Among the last ten nights of Ramadan lies Laylat al-Qadr — the Night of Decree, Destiny, or Power.

Muslims believe that the Qur’an was first revealed on this night. It is described in the Qur’an as “better than a thousand months.” The exact date is concealed, but it is most commonly sought during the odd-numbered nights of the last ten days (21st, 23rd, 25th, 27th, or 29th).

On this blessed night:

Angels descend in abundance.
Allah’s mercy and blessings fill the earth.
Supplications are accepted.
Believers engage in prayer, dhikr (remembrance of Allah), and sincere repentance.