Assalamu alaikum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh, brothers and sisters! In sha Allah, with the onset of evening prayer (Maghrib), on March 07, 2019, the blessed month of Rajab begins, and therefore, we publish answers to frequently asked questions.
Dua recited at the beginning of the month of Rajab
Question: We know that there is a dua that is recited at the beginning of the month of Rajab, but some people believe that it is not authentic and reciting it is an innovation. Which will be correct?
Answer: Anas ibn Malik narrated that the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) recited the following dua when the month of Rajab began:
اَللّٰهُمَّ بَارِكْ لَناَ فِيْ رَجَبٍَ وَشَعْبانَ وَبَلّغْنَا رَ مَضَانْ Allahumma barik lan fi Rajaba wa Shabana wa baligna Ramadan
O Allah, bless us during (the months of) Rajab and Sha'ban and help us achieve Ramadan.
(Shu'abul Iman, hadith 3534, Ibni Sunni, hadith 660, Mukhtasar Zawaid Bazzar, hadith 662, also see Al-Adhkar, hadith 549)
The hadith is considered weak, but it can be followed. To say that this dua is an innovation is extreme.
Imam Nawawi (rahimahullah) said that this hadith has some weakness (Al-Adhkar, hadith 549).
Hafiz Ibn Rajab al-Hanbali (rahimahullah) said that this hadith is suitable to prove the merits of this practice (reading dua before starting Rajab) (Lataif, p. 172).
Allama Muhammad Tahir al-Fatani (rahimahullah) says that this hadith is weak, but it can be followed in in this case(Tazkiratul Mauduat, p.117).
It should be said that weak hadiths where this or that dua is given can be practiced. (Mustadrak Hakim, beginning
chapters on dua and Nataijul Afkar by Hafiz Ibn Hajar, vol.5, p.291)
Fasting on the first three days of the month of Rajab
Question: Is the following hadith about the merits of fasting on the first three days of the month of Rajab authentic: “The Prophet (PBUH) said: “Fasting on the first day of Rajab atones for the sins of three years, fasting on the second day atones for the sins of two years, and fasting on the third day atones for sins for one year; in the future, the sins of one month are atoned for each day of fasting.”
Answer: Abu Muhammad Al-Halla narrates this hadith with a very weak isnad, so this hadith should not be quoted. (See Jamiu s-Saghir, hadith 5051, Faydul Qadir and At-Taysir bi sharkhil Jami as-Saghir. Also see Al-Mughyr of Ahmad Siddiq al-Ghumari). However, Mullah Ali Qari (rahimahullah) writes that in general we should observe, if possible, an additional (nafil) fast in the month of Rajab. (Al-Adab fi Rajab, p. 30)
Asking for forgiveness during Rajab
Question: I recently received a message about a specific istighfar that should be recited during Rajab and Sha'ban. Is there any basis for this hadith: “If someone recites the following istighfar seven times a day during Rajab and Shaban, Allah will inform the angels who record his deeds so that they tear up the book of his sins: Astagfirullah azimi llazi la ilaha illa huwal khayyul qayyum wa atubu ileikhi taubatan 'abdin zalimi linafsihi la yamliki li nafsihi mautan bala khaitan wa la nushur.”
Answer: The message you are asking about is given in some books without an isnad, so I cannot comment on its authenticity (see Al-Adab fi Rajab, p. 39).
Rajab is one of the four holy months of the Islamic calendar (ash-shukhur khurum), so a person should increase all forms of worship in this month, including reciting istighfar many times.
Mullah Ali Qari (rahimahullah) writes that his teachers repeatedly pronounced istighfar in Rajab (Al-Adab fi Rajab, p. 38).
Celebrating the night of Raghaib (the night of the first Friday of Rajab) - is it an authentic practice?
Question: In many Muslim countries it is customary to celebrate the so-called. Ragaib Night or Night of Wish Fulfillment.
It is believed that this is the night when the Prophet (PBUH) was conceived, so Allah gives the believers whatever they desire on this night for the sake of His beloved Prophet (PBUH). On this night, mosques remain open all night until dawn, and believers perform a special prayer, salatul-Ragaib. What can you say about this practice?
Answer: The hadiths that talk about the merits of a special prayer on the night of Ragaib were declared fictitious by the majority of the muhaddiths of our ummah. One should refrain from quoting these messages and from any special celebrations or acts of worship on this night. Hafiz Ibn Rajab (rahimahullah) writes:
“There is no evidence to support any special acts of worship to be performed on this night. The hadiths that speak about the special prayer “salatul-ragaib” performed on the night of the first Friday of Rajab are false and fictitious. These actions are considered bad innovation (bid'a), according to most scholars. This practice (to celebrate this night) appeared for the first time in the fifth century...” (Lataiful Maarif, p.228).
Also see Tabinul Ajab of Hafiz Ibn Hajar, p. 7; Tazkiratul Mauduat allama of Muhammad Tahir al-Fatani, p. 116-117, Al-Masnu' of Mulla Ali Qari, p..259, hadith 464, Al-Asarul Marfu'a of Sheikh Abdul Hay Lyaknawi, p.44 and 48; Raddul Mukhtar (Ibn Abidina), vol. 2, p. 26.
Hadith about easing the situation of a believer in the month of Rajab
Question: Please check the following hadith: “Whoever alleviates the suffering of a Muslim in the month of Rajab, Allah will grant him a palace in Paradise.”
Answer: Hafiz Ibn Hajar (rahimahullah) called the text of this hadith fictitious. So the hadith cannot be cited as a quotation. (See Tabiinul Ajab ‘Hafiz Ibn Hajar, p. 27, hadith: 12)
Fictional hadith about the month of Rajab
Question: Is the following hadith authentic: The Prophet (PBUH) said: “Rajab is the month in which Allah multiplies good deeds. Therefore, one who fasts for one day during Rajab is like one who fasted for a whole year; and for the one who fasts for seven days, the seven gates of Hell are closed; and for the one who fasts for eight days, the eight gates of Paradise are opened to him; and whoever fasts for ten days will receive whatever he asks of Allah. And about the one who fasts fifteen days in it, there will be a voice from heaven: “Truly, you have been forgiven for everything that you did (bad) in the past, so increase your good deeds.” During Rajab, Allah brought Nuh (peace be upon him) into the ark for six months, the last of which was on the day of 'Ashura, when it (the ark) stopped on Mount Judi, and Nuh fasted along with everyone who was with him, and even the animals (kept a fast on this day) in gratitude to Allah...”
Answer: Imam Tabarani (rahimahullah) and other muhaddith recorded this message (Al-Mujamul Kabir, hadith 5538). Imam Bayhaki (rahimahullah) denied the authenticity of this hadith. Hafiz Zahabi (rahimahullah) classified the hadith as fictitious. So you cannot refer to this hadith.
Is there any evidence that the night of Mi'raj falls on the 27th of Rajab?
Question: Is there any evidence that the Night of Mi'raj falls on the 27th of the month of Rajab?
Answer: The date of the 27th of Rajab is the most popular date for the night of Mi'raj and some scholars were of the opinion that the event took place on this night. However, in general, scholarly opinions differ regarding this date, so it cannot be said with certainty that Mi'raj occurred on this particular night. Hafiz Ibn Hajar Askalani (rahimahullah) writes that he knows more than ten opinions regarding the date of Mi'raj. (Fathul Bari, vol. 7, pp. 254-255, hadith 3887). One of the mufassirs (interpreters of the Koran), Al-Qurtubi (rahimahullah), preferred the opinion that Mi'raj occurred in the month of Rabiul-akhir. (Tafsir Qurtubi, vol. 5, p. 551).
Muhammad Shafi (rahimahullah) agreed with his opinion and said: “The Muhaddith did not settle on a specific date (Mi'raj), although the 27th of Rajab is the most famous opinion” (Ma'ariful Qur'an, vol. 5, p. 443, also see Syrat-i-Mustafa, vol. 1, p. 288). Hafiz ibn Abdul Barr (rahimahullah) agreed that this happened in the month of Rajab, and Imam Nawawi agreed with his opinion in Ar-Rawda.
However, in his fatwas and commentaries on Sahih Muslim, Imam Nawawi preferred the month of Rabiul-akhir for this date, and sometimes was inclined to believe that it happened in Rabiul-awwal.
From the above it is clear that scientists were not inclined to any specific date. This is confirmed by Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani in his book “Islamic Months”.
My teacher Sheikh, Muhaddith Fadlul Rahman Azami (hafizahullah) writes in a short article on the topic of Miraj:
"The fact of the matter is that it is impossible to establish any definitive date for the night of Mi'raj."
Are there any arguments for a special celebration of Mi'raj night?
Question: I have a question about Mi'raj: is there any evidence from the Koran or Hadith that this event happened on the 27th of the month of Rajab? Are there any acts of worship that are advisable to perform on this night?
Answer: Most Muslims believe that the Prophet (PBUH) ascended to heaven on the 27th night of the month of Rajab. There are several reports that support this opinion, but there are also other reports that indicate other dates. So we have no definite information about what time this night took place. Az-Zurqani (rahimahullah) comes up with five different opinions about what month Mi'raj could have occurred: these are the months of Rabiul-Awwal, Rabiul-akhyr, Rajab, Ramadan and Shawwal. Muhaddis Abdul-Haqq Dehlavi (rahimahullah) notes that most scholars believe that most likely Mi'raj took place in the month of Ramadan or Rabiul-Awwal.
The fact that scholars do not agree on a specific date for this event indicates that there are no special acts of worship that need to be performed on this particular night. If there was any special merit in performing some ibadat on this night, then, of course, the companions of the Prophet (PBUH) conveyed messages about this to us. The Sahabah (may Allah be pleased with them all) kept all the details of the life of our beloved Prophet (pbuh) so that it would be transmitted from them about some special practice of worship that should be performed that night (if such a practice existed).
If someone wants to spend this night in worship, he can perform any ibadat, which is desirable to do on any night: perform additional prayers, read the Koran, dhikr, make dua, etc. However, this should not be done with the belief that there will be some special reward for performing ibadah on this night.
Finally, since people often gather in mosques on this night, imams and scholars should use this time to encourage people to do good and warn against evil, explaining the correct opinion about this night. (Fatawa Mahmudiyya, 3/283-285, Faruqiya), (Islamic months, 49-63, Maarif). Sajid ibn Shabbir, student of Darul-ifta. Tested and approved by Mufti Ibrahim Desai.
Are there any arguments for the desirability of fasting on the 27th of Rajab?
Question: Is there any evidence that it is advisable to fast on the 27th of Rajab?
Answer: Hadith scholars are unanimous that there are no hadiths that confirm the advisability of fasting on any special day in the month of Rajab. There are several hadiths that confirm the general virtue of fasting on any day of the month of Rajab, since Rajab is one of the four holy months. Any ibadat performed in one of these months (Rajab, Dhul-Qada, Dhul-Hijjah, Muharram) will be more valuable. (Tabiynool Ajab, p. 7-11, Lataiful Maarif, p. 228, Al-Adab fi Rajab, p. 25). In light of the above, it should be noted that a person, insha Allah, will be rewarded for fasting on any day of Rajab, but one should not assume that there will be any special reward for fasting on the 27th of Rajab. One of my teachers, Sheikh al-Hadith Fadlul Rahman Azami (hafizahullah) wrote in an article about Miraj:
“As for fasting in the month of Rajab: there are no reliable hadiths that confirm the merits of fasting on any of its days. However, there are several fictitious or extremely weak hadiths that talk about the virtues of fasting Rajab. Allama Suyuta (rahimahullah) recorded such hadiths and pointed out their weakness.
And Allah knows best.
When it came, the Prophet (pbuh) read the dua: “Allahumma barik lana fi rajaba wa shaabana wa balligna Ramadan” (O Allah! Make the month of Rajab and Shaaban a blessing for us and let us achieve Ramadan!). The word "rajab" has a special meaning, it consists of three letters (there are no vowels in Arabic): "r" means "rahmat" (the mercy of the Almighty), "j" - "jurmul 'abdi" (sins of the servants of Allah) and "b " - "Birru Llahi Ta'ala" (the good of Allah Almighty). And Allah says (meaning): “O My servants, I have caused your sins to be contained between My mercy and My good.”
Rajab not only begins a series of three blessed months (Rajab, Shaaban, Ramadan), but at the same time it is also one of the four forbidden months (Rajab, Dhul-Qaada, Dhul-Hijjah, Muharram), in which the Almighty forbade wars and conflicts. The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) also said: “Remember, Rajab is the month of the Almighty, whoever fasts at least one day in this month, Allah will be pleased with him.”
The hadith says that whoever fasts at least one day in the month of Rajab will enter heaven - Firdavs. He who fasts for two days will receive a double reward. For anyone who fasts for three days, a huge ditch will be dug to separate him from hellfire. And the ditch will be so wide that it will take a year to cross it. Anyone who fasts for four days this month will be protected from madness, elephantiasis and leprosy. Anyone who fasts for five days will be protected from punishment in the grave. He who fasts for six days will be resurrected on the Day of Judgment with a face shining brighter and more beautiful than the full moon. For fasting for seven days, the Almighty will reward him by closing the doors of Hell in front of him. For those who fast for eight days in the month of Rajab, Allah will open the doors of Paradise. For fasting for fourteen days, He will reward you with something so wonderful that not a single living soul has ever heard of it. To the one who fasts for fifteen days of Rajab, Allah will give such status that not one of the close angels will pass by this person without saying: “Congratulations to you for being saved and safe.” Huge rewards are also promised to those who fast throughout the month of Rajab. Hadith narrated Anas ibn Malik, reads: “Fast in the month of Rajab, since fasting in this month is accepted by Allah as special kind repentance." During this holy month, a Muslim needs to sincerely repent of all sins committed, cleanse his soul of vices and bad thoughts, and do more good. Many hadiths place special emphasis on devoting the nights of Rajab to the worship of Allah, prayers and dhikr (remembrance). But the best and most recommended deed in the month of Rajab is performing Tawbu (repentance). They say that during this month seeds are thrown into the ground, that is, a person repents. In Sha'ban they are watered, that is, after performing tawbu, a person commits good deeds. And in the month of Ramadan, the harvest is harvested, that is, after repentance and doing good deeds, a person is cleansed of sins and achieves greater degrees of perfection.
NIGHT RAGAIB
Every night of the month of Rajab is valuable, and every Friday is also valuable. It is advisable to fast on the first Thursday of this month, and it is advisable to spend the night after Thursday, that is, the first Friday night of the month of Rajab, in ibadah and all-night vigil. This night is called Laylat-ul-Ragaib. On this night the wedding of the Prophet's parents took place. Muhammad(s.a.s.). It is also called the Night of Favor, because on this night the Almighty shows favor and shows mercy to His servants. The prayer performed on this night is not rejected. For prayer, fasting, almsgiving and other services performed on this night, multiple graces are given. The word “ragaib” translated means hope for Allah’s forgiveness, His Mercy for His servants, as well as the fulfillment of requests and prayers. This night and this day contain so much wisdom that we cannot even imagine. Therefore, if possible and due to the knowledge of every Muslim, this night must be spent in worship, one must repent of one’s sins, ask for forgiveness from Allah, make up for missed prayers, distribute sadaqa, help the poor, please children and give them gifts, communicate with parents and relatives and loved ones, read prayers (dua) for them. Once our beloved Prophet (pbuh) spoke about the merits of worship in the month of Rajab. One old man, who lived during the time of the Prophet (pbuh), said that he could not fast during the entire month of Rajab. The Prophet (pbuh) responded to this: “You fast on the first, fifteenth and last days of the month of Rajab! You will receive grace equal to a month's fast. For graces are recorded tenfold. However, do not forget about the night of the first Friday of the glorious Rajab.”
Nurmukhamad Izudinov, employee of the education department of the Muftiate of the Republic of Dagestan
Assalamu alaikum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh, brothers and sisters! In sha Allah, with the onset of evening prayer (Maghrib), on March 28, 2017, the blessed month of Rajab begins, and therefore, we publish answers to frequently asked questions.
1. Dua recited at the beginning of the month of Rajab
Question: We know that there is a dua that is recited at the beginning of the month of Rajab, but some people believe that it is not authentic and reciting it is an innovation. Which will be correct?
Answer:
Anas ibn Malik narrated that the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) recited the following dua when the month of Rajab began:
اَللّٰهُمَّ بَارِكْ لَناَ فِيْ رَجَبٍَ وَشَعْبانَ وَبَلّغْنَا رَمَضَانْ
Allahumma barik lan fi Rajaba wa Shabana wa baligna Ramadan
O Allah, bless us during (the months of) Rajab and Sha'ban and help us achieve Ramadan.
(Shu'abul Iman, hadith 3534, Ibni Sunni, hadith 660, Mukhtasar Zawaid Bazzar, hadith 662, also see Al-Adhkar, hadith 549)
The hadith is considered weak, but it can be followed. To say that this dua is an innovation is extreme.
Imam Nawawi (rahimahullah) said that this hadith has some weakness (Al-Adhkar, hadith 549).
Hafiz Ibn Rajab al-Hanbali (rahimahullah) said that this hadith is suitable to prove the merits of this practice (reading dua before starting Rajab) (Lataif, p. 172).
Allama Muhammad Tahir al-Fatani (rahimahullah) says that this hadith is weak, but it can be followed in this case (Tazkiratul Mauduat, p. 117).
It should be said that weak hadiths where this or that dua is given can be practiced. (Mustadrak Hakim, beginning of the chapter on dua and Nataijul Afkar by Hafiz Ibn Hajar, vol. 5, p. 291)
2. Fasting on the first three days of the month of Rajab
Question: Is the following hadith about the merits of fasting on the first three days of the month of Rajab authentic: “The Prophet (PBUH) said: “Fasting on the first day of Rajab atones for the sins of three years, fasting on the second day atones for the sins of two years, and fasting on the third day atones for the sins of one year; subsequently, the sins of one month are atoned for each day of fasting.”
Answer:
Abu Muhammad Al-Halla narrates this hadith with a very weak isnad, so this hadith should not be quoted. (See Jamiu s-Saghir, hadith 5051, Faydul Qadir and At-Taysir bi sharkhil Jami as-Saghir. Also see Al-Mughyr of Ahmad Siddiq al-Ghumari).
However, Mullah Ali Qari (rahimahullah) writes that in general we should observe, if possible, an additional (nafil) fast in the month of Rajab. (Al-Adab fi Rajab, p. 30)
3. Asking for forgiveness during Rajab
Question: I recently received a message about a specific istighfar that should be recited during Rajab and Sha'ban. Is there any basis for this hadith: “If someone recites the following istighfar seven times a day during Rajab and Sha'ban, Allah will inform the angels who record his deeds so that they tear up the book of his sins: Astagfirullah azimi llazi la ilaha illa huwal khayyul qayyum wa atubu ileikhi taubatan "abdin zalimi linafsihi la yamliki li nafsihi mautan bala khaitan wa la nushur."
Answer:
The message you are asking about is given in some books without an isnad, so I cannot comment on its authenticity (see Al-Adab fi Rajab, p. 39).
Rajab is one of the four holy months of the Islamic calendar (ash-shukhur khurum), so a person should increase all forms of worship in this month, including reciting istighfar many times.
Mullah Ali Qari (rahimahullah) writes that his teachers repeatedly pronounced istighfar in Rajab (Al-Adab fi Rajab, p. 38).
4. Celebrating the night of Ragaib (the night of the first Friday of Rajab) - is this an authentic practice?
Question:
In many Muslim countries it is customary to celebrate the so-called. Ragaib Night or Night of Wish Fulfillment. It is believed that this is the night when the Prophet (PBUH) was conceived, so Allah gives the believers whatever they desire on this night for the sake of His beloved Prophet (PBUH). On this night, mosques remain open all night until dawn, and believers perform a special prayer, salatul-Ragaib. What can you say about this practice?
Answer:
The hadiths that talk about the merits of a special prayer on the night of Ragaib were declared fictitious by the majority of the muhaddiths of our ummah.
One should refrain from quoting these messages and from any special celebrations or acts of worship and from any special celebrations or acts of worship on this night. Hafiz Ibn Rajab (rahimahullah) writes:
“There is no evidence to support any special acts of worship to be performed on this night. The hadiths that speak about the special prayer “salatul-ragaib” performed on the night of the first Friday of Rajab are false and fictitious. These actions are considered bad innovation (bid'a), according to most scholars. This practice (to celebrate this night) appeared for the first time in the fifth century...” (Lataiful Maarif, p.228).
Also see Tabinul Ajab of Hafiz Ibn Hajar, p. 7; Tazkiratul Mauduat allama of Muhammad Tahir al-Fatani, p. 116-117, Al-Masnu' of Mulla Ali Qari, p..259, hadith 464, Al-Asarul Marfu'a of Sheikh Abdul Hay Lyaknawi, p.44 and 48; Raddul Mukhtar (Ibn Abidina), vol. 2, p. 26.
5. Hadith about easing the situation of a believer in the month of Rajab
Question: Please check the following hadith: “Whoever alleviates the suffering of a Muslim in the month of Rajab, Allah will grant him a palace in Paradise.”
Answer: Hafiz Ibn Hajar (rahimahullah) called the text of this hadith fictitious. So the hadith cannot be cited as a quotation. (See Tabiinul Ajab ‘Hafiz Ibn Hajar, p. 27, hadith: 12)
6. Fictional hadith about the month of Rajab
Question: Is the following hadith authentic: The Prophet (PBUH) said: “Rajab is the month in which Allah multiplies good deeds. Therefore, one who fasts for one day during Rajab is like one who fasted for a whole year; and for the one who fasts for seven days, the seven gates of Hell are closed; and for the one who fasts for eight days, the eight gates of Paradise are opened to him; and whoever fasts for ten days will receive whatever he asks of Allah. And about the one who fasts fifteen days in it, there will be a voice from heaven: “Truly, you have been forgiven for everything that you did (bad) in the past, so multiply your good deeds.” During Rajab, Allah brought Nuh (peace be upon him) into the ark for six months, the last of which was on the day of 'Ashura, when it (the ark) stopped on Mount Judi, and Nuh fasted along with everyone who was with him, and even the animals (kept a fast on this day) in gratitude to Allah...”
Answer: Imam Tabarani (rahimahullah) and other muhaddith recorded this message (Al-Mujamul Kabir, hadith 5538).
Imam Bayhaki (rahimahullah) denied the authenticity of this hadith. Hafiz Zahabi (rahimahullah) classified the hadith as fictitious. So you cannot refer to this hadith.
7. Are there any arguments that the night of Mi'raj falls on the 27th of Rajab?
Question: Is there any evidence that the Night of Mi'raj falls on the 27th of the month of Rajab?
Answer: The date of the 27th of Rajab is the most popular date for the night of Mi'raj and some scholars were of the opinion that the event took place on this night. However, in general, scholarly opinions differ regarding this date, so it cannot be said with certainty that Mi'raj occurred on this particular night.
Hafiz Ibn Hajar Askalani (rahimahullah) writes that he knows more than ten opinions regarding the date of Mi'raj. (Fathul Bari, vol. 7, pp. 254-255, hadith 3887).
My teacher Sheikh, Muhaddith Fadlul Rahman Azami (hafizahullah) writes in a short article on the topic of Miraj:
"The fact of the matter is that it is impossible to establish any definitive date for the night of Mi'raj."
8. Are there any reasons for special celebration of Mi’raj night?
Question: I have a question about Mi'raj: is there any evidence from the Koran or Hadith that this event happened on the 27th of the month of Rajab? Are there any acts of worship that are advisable to perform on this night?
Answer: Most Muslims believe that the Prophet (PBUH) ascended to heaven on the 27th night of the month of Rajab. There are several reports that support this opinion, but there are also other reports that indicate other dates. So we have no definite information about what time this night took place.
Az-Zurqani (rahimahullah) comes up with five different opinions about what month Mi'raj could have occurred: these are the months of Rabiul-Awwal, Rabiul-akhyr, Rajab, Ramadan and Shawwal. Muhaddis Abdul-Haqq Dehlavi (rahimahullah) notes that most scholars believe that most likely Mi'raj took place in the month of Ramadan or Rabiul-Awwal.
The fact that scholars do not agree on a specific date for this event indicates that there are no special acts of worship that need to be performed on this particular night. If there was any special merit in performing some ibadat on this night, then, of course, the companions of the Prophet (PBUH) conveyed messages about this to us. The Sahabah (may Allah be pleased with them all) kept all the details of the life of our beloved Prophet (pbuh) so that it would be transmitted from them about some special practice of worship that should be performed that night (if such a practice existed).
If someone wants to spend this night in worship, he can perform any ibadat, which is desirable to do on any night: perform additional prayers, read the Koran, dhikr, make dua, etc. However, this should not be done with the belief that there will be some special reward for performing ibadah on this night.
Finally, since people often gather in mosques on this night, imams and scholars should use this time to encourage people to do good and warn against evil, explaining the correct opinion about this night. (Fatawa Mahmudiyya, 3/283-285, Faruqiya), (Islamic months, 49-63, Maarif).
Sajid ibn Shabbir, student of Darul-ifta.
Tested and approved by Mufti Ibrahim Desai.
9. Are there any arguments for the desirability of fasting on the 27th Rajab?
Question: Is there any evidence that it is advisable to fast on the 27th of Rajab?
Answer: Hadith scholars are unanimous that there are no hadiths that confirm the advisability of fasting on any special day in the month of Rajab.
There are several hadiths that support the general virtue of fasting on any day of the month of Rajab, since Rajab is one of the four holy months. Any ibadat performed in one of these months (Rajab, Dhul-Qada, Dhul-Hijjah, Muharram) will be more valuable. (Tabiynool Ajab, p. 7-11, Lataiful Maarif, p. 228, Al-Adab fi Rajab, p. 25).
In light of the above, it should be noted that a person, insha Allah, will be rewarded for fasting on any day of Rajab, but it should not be assumed that there will be any special reward for fasting on the 27th of Rajab.
One of my teachers, Sheikh al-Hadith Fadlul Rahman Azami (hafizahullah) wrote in an article about Miraj:
“As for fasting in the month of Rajab: there are no reliable hadiths that confirm the merits of fasting on any of its days. However, there are several fictitious or extremely weak hadiths that talk about the virtues of fasting Rajab. Allama Suyuta (rahimahullah) recorded such hadiths and pointed out their weakness.
And Allah knows best.
The month of Shaaban (Arabic شعبان) is a holy Muslim month in the Islamic world, considered the 8th month in the lunar calendar and is the second most important pious month. It is reported that the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) kept a fast in last days month of Sha'ban.
The month of Sha'ban is located between the month of Rajab and Ramadan which lasts 29 or 30 days depending on lunar calendar. On the night of the 14th to 15th of this month, the night of “Baraat” is celebrated in which Muslims perform prayers and read the Koran. The night of Baraat is considered the night of forgiveness of sins and is located in the middle of the mentioned month.
The name of the month Shaaban appeared before Islam and according to the legends of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW), it comes from the Arabic word “Tashaaba” which means “Spreading”. During the month of Sha'ban, it is customary to do good deeds and to be vigil on the night of Baraat.
Calendar month of Sha'ban
Mention of the month of Sha'ban
Blessed Companion Osama ibn Said asked the Prophet Muhammad (SAW): “Messenger of Allah, I saw that you fasted in the month of Shaban and I did not see that you fasted in another month.” To which the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) replied: “It (Sha'ban) is the month between Rajab and Ramadan, which is neglected by many people. And this is the month in which the account of actions (of human existence) is given to the Lord of the World. So, I wish that my deeds would be taken into account while I am fasting.”
Ummul Mumiy Aisha said: “Prophet Muhammad (SAW) mainly fasted in the month of Shaban. I said to him: “Messenger of Allah, is Sha’ban your favorite month to fast?” He replied: “In this month, Allah makes a list of human deaths in the coming year. Therefore, I would like to die while I am fasting.”
It is reported that the month of Shoban is not obligatory for fasting, but deserves it, and therefore the Prophet Muhammad did not like to miss it.
Night in the middle of Sha'ban.
Many Islamic preachers advise special worship during the night of the 15th of Shaban. This is based on the hadith of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW), the meaning of which is that on the night of the 15th day of the month of Shaban, Allah will say: “If a person repents of what he has done, I will forgive him and if a person asks for prosperity, I will provide him, and if a person has grief I will help him and so on.” - reported by Ibn Majah.
This night is between the 14th and 15th of the month of Shoban. In the instructions of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW), this is a pious night during which people can receive special Divine Mercy.
On the night of the 15th of Shabaan after Maghrib or Isha, they read Surah Yasin and ask for good health, protection from adversity and strengthening of iman (faith).
Judging by the legends, this night has a beneficial effect on the believer himself. Therefore, this night should be directed towards reverence and absolute submission to Almighty Allah. Also, fasting should be kept on the day after the night, that is, on the 15th of Shabaan.
This year, the month of Rajab begins on March 29th or 30th (The exact start date of the month will be announced later). What services should be performed during this month?
From the Holy Prophet (s) it is narrated: “The month of Rajab is the great month of the Almighty. No (other) month can compare with it in its respect and benefits...”
Islamic sources indicate that a godly deed in the month of Rajab is to read the following prayer after prayer in the morning and evening. First it is said: “Ya mann arjuhu likulli khairin wa amana sahatahu inda kuli sharr, ya mann yutil kasira bil-galil, ya man yuti man saalahu, ya mann yuti mann lamyasallu wa mann lam yarifhu tahannunan minhu va rahmatan.” Atini bimasalati iyyaka jamia khairid-dunya wa jamia khairil ahira, wasrif anni bimasalati iyyaka jamia sharrid-dunya wa sharril ahira, fa-innahu gairu mangusin ma aatayta wa izdni min fazlika ya Karim.”
Translation:“In the name of Allah, the Beneficent and the Merciful! O He in Whom I trust in all that is good! And in Whom do I seek refuge from His wrath in evil! O He who rewards our small and insignificant deeds with great rewards. O He who rewards everyone who asks You! O He who sends down to those who do not ask You for anything and do not know You, the owner of mercy, love and mercy. Reward me for my request and prayer with all the good of this mortal world and all the good of the hereafter! And protect me from what I ask and pray to You for - from all the evil and bad mortal world and all the evil and bad world of the afterlife! For no matter how much You give (from the treasuries of Your mercy and mercy) it will not diminish! And may you increase me with your mercy and mercy!”
Then take the beard with your left hand (if there is no beard, put your hand to your head), and raise the index finger of your right hand up and say (women simply read): “Ya zal-jalali wal ikram, ya zannamai wal jud, ya zalmanni wat-tavil, harrim sheibati alan-nar" (attached left hand to the head instead of “sheibati” should be pronounced “shari”). Translation: “O Lord of Majesty and Glory! O Lord of blessings and forgiveness! O He to Whom we are indebted and Who is the peak of generosity! Make mine forbidden to hell gray hair! O Most Merciful of the merciful!”
Also, fasting in the month of Rajab is a great savab. One of the legends about fasting in the month of Rajab says: “Whoever fasts at least 1 day in the month of Rajab will deserve the great mercy and blessing of Allah. Anyone who fasts for 2 days will receive a double reward. For fasting for 3 days, a huge ditch will be created separating this person from Hellfire. Anyone who fasts for 4 days will be protected from madness, various diseases and leprosy and, what is very important, will be protected from the evil of the Dajjal (antichrist). Anyone who fasts for 5 days will be protected from punishment in the grave. Anyone who fasts for 6 days will be resurrected on the Day of Judgment with a face shining brighter and more beautiful than the full moon. 7 days - Allah will close the 7 doors of Hell so that this person does not go there. 8 days - Allah will open the doors of Paradise for this person. 14 days - Allah will reward the one who fasts with something so wonderful that not a single living soul has ever heard of. To the one who fasts for 15 days in Rajab, Allah will give such a status that not one of the close angels and not one of the Prophet-messengers (peace be upon them) will pass by this person without saying: “Congratulations to you, since you are saved and are safe".
