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Israa & Mi'raj Night

Israa and Miaraj Night commemorates the Night Journey and Ascension traditionally associated with the Prophet Muhammad in Islamic tradition.

About Israa & Mi'raj Night

Israa and Miaraj Night, also known as the Night Journey and Ascension, is observed on the twenty-seventh day of Rajab in the Islamic calendar. It commemorates the journey traditionally associated with the Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Jerusalem and the ascension through the heavens. Its Gregorian date changes each year because it follows the lunar Hijri calendar.

Significance

The observance is significant because it marks one of the major events remembered in Islamic tradition. It is associated with themes of prophecy, prayer, and spiritual ascent. Recognition and observance may vary among communities, but the date remains an important reference point within the Islamic religious calendar.

Dates by Year

YearDateDay
2026January 16Friday
2027January 5Tuesday

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