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For the Dawoodi Bohra community, Lailatul Qadr (the 23rd night of Ramadan) is not just a night of prayer, but the spiritual peak of the year where the fate of the world for the coming year is written misbah.info . It is deeply associated with Maulatuna Fatema
, symbolizing the "Night" mentioned in the Quran as being "greater than a thousand months" Fatemi Dawat Spiritual Significance & Timing
While many traditions seek the night throughout the last ten days, Dawoodi Bohras specifically observe it on the 23rd night of Ramadan The Destiny Night: It is believed that on this night, angels and the
descend to earth to decree matters of life, provision, and death for the following year MeeM Academia Maulatuna Fatema:
The night is spiritually linked to Maulatuna Fatema; just as she is the source of the Imams, the night is the source of all blessings Fatemi Dawat The Night's Amal (Rituals) The night is spent in continuous (worship) from Maghrib until the break of dawn Fatemi Dawat Lailatul Qadr Namaz (20 Rakats): A central part of the night is the performance of of voluntary prayer Fatemi Dawat Niyyah (Intention):
"I pray the namaz of this blessed and noble night, Lailatul Qadr, 20 rakats for Allah, facing the Kaaba" Fatemi Dawat Gaal Lotaawanu (Gift to the Prophet): After these prayers, a specific
is performed 40 times on the right and 40 times on the left to "gift" the prayers to Rasulullah and Maulatuna Fatema, beseeching their acceptance Fatemi Dawat Washeq Namaz: dawoodi bohra lailatul qadr namaz
Additional prayers, often totaling 24 rakats (Bihori prayers), are performed alongside specific Fatemi Dawat Nisful-Layl:
This refers to the midnight prayer and supplication. It is critical to perform this before its time lapses, even if other prayers or are still in progress Fatemi Dawat Key Components of Worship Listening to the
(intercession) by the Dai-al-Mutlaq or his representatives is a core communal experience Fatemi Dawat
Heartfelt, poetic supplications that express deep repentance and hope for mercy Fatemi Dawat Quran Recitation:
Reflecting on the revelation of the Quran, specifically Surah Al-Qadr and Surah Al-Alaq MeeM Academia Charity & Roza:
Giving charity is highly encouraged, and it is a tradition for many, including children, to fast the following day Fatemi Dawat For more specific guides on the prayers, you can visit the Official Fatemi Dawat website for detailed Lailatul Qadr Amal instructions Fatemi Dawat full Arabic text and translation for the Lailatul Qadr Niyyah or specific Bihori Tasbeehs? Lailatul Qadr - Fatemi Dawat For the Dawoodi Bohra community, Lailatul Qadr (the
For the Dawoodi Bohra community, Lailatul Qadr (the Night of Power) is the most auspicious night of the year, considered "greater than a thousand months". It is a night dedicated entirely to ibaadat (worship), typically beginning from Maghrib and continuing until sunrise. Core Namaz & Amal
The night is structured around a sequence of specialized prayers and supplications (amal). Mumineen often use tools like the Namaz & Doa App to follow the specific Arabic scripts and audio for these prayers.
Washeq Namaz: A significant part of the night's prayers, often performed before the time of Nisful-Layl (midnight).
Bihori Namaz: These are late-night prayers that include essential sections such as Istiftaah, Nisful Layl, Tahajjud, and Wahshatul Quboor.
Shafa' and Watar: These are the concluding prayers of the night, performed in the final hours before Sihori (pre-dawn meal).
Specific Recitations: It is common to recite specific Surahs and Tasbeehs, such as the Tasbeeh of Maulatuna Fatema SA, throughout the night. Key Components of Ibaadat The Concluding Sermon (Bayaan) A highlight of the
Beyond the physical Sajadat (prostrations), the night involves a deep spiritual connection through:
Wasila and Munajaat: Seeking the intercession of the Panjatan Paak, Imams, and Dais through heartfelt prayers and poetic supplications.
Quran-e-Majeed: Continuous recitation of the Holy Quran, as the book itself was revealed on this very night.
Dua for Forgiveness: A central theme is seeking Maghfirat (pardon) for sins. The community focuses on the powerful supplication: "Allahumma innaka 'afuwwun tuhibbul-'afwa fa'fu 'anni" (O Allah, You are All-Forgiving, You love to forgive, so forgive me). Community & Family Traditions
The Dawoodi Bohra Lailatul Qadr Namaz concludes precisely at the time of Sahar (pre-dawn). The community does not go to sleep. Instead, they sit for Suhur together.
The traditional Bohra Suhur on this day is intentionally light: Usually Khichda (a porridge of wheat and lentils) or dates and milk. The logic is spiritual: A heavy stomach ruins the heavy light gained in prayer. After the Fajr prayer (morning prayer), the congregation sleeps briefly, but many stay awake till sunrise, as the morning of the 23rd is considered equally sacred.
Why 100 Rak’ats? Why 10 Ikhlas per Rak’at? The Dawoodi Bohra tradition holds a secret numerology (Ilm-ul-Jafar) behind this number.
A highlight of the night is the Waqeelo Bayaan or the early morning sermon delivered by a Shahzada (prince) or a high-ranking Amil. This discourse connects the community to the teachings of the 52nd Dai, Syedna Mohammed Burhanuddin, and the current 53rd Dai, Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin. The sermon reinforces the importance of allegiance (Walayat) and the esoteric meanings of the Quran.
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