Resources for Laylatul Qadr

Truth is the Night of Power,

hidden amid the other nights

so the soul may try each one.

Not all nights are the Night of Power,

yet all nights aren’t empty of it either.

• Rumi, Mathnawi II: 2935-2936

As we approach the blessed nights of vigil, contemplation and worship, let us turn inward to prepare so that we can be ready to soak in the full extent of the Mercy and Blessings of God on the Grand Night.

Here are some resources from the blog and podcast that may be useful as we begin to reflect on the magnitude of Laylatul Qadr.

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Let us remember each other and our brothers in faith and humanity across the globe during these blessed moments.

With duas

Marzia

General introduction to the importance of Laylatul Qadr:

Lecture:

003:Reflections on Sura Qadr and Laylatul Qadr

http://marziahassan.libsyn.com/reflections-on-sura-qadr-and-laylatul-qadr

Preparation for Laylatul Qadr Interview on AhlulBayt TV

Basic introduction to the concept of Decree and Destiny, especially useful for children and youth:

Recording of a live TV interview with the title "Laylatul Qadr: Can we change our destiny?". It attempts to address many questions that the youth in particular have about the Grand Night of Qadr, including introduction to the concept of Decree and Destiny. In two parts.

Interview part 1

https://vimeo.com/100847266

Interview part 2

https://vimeo.com/100848522

037: Accessing Self Knowledge Through Contemplation

http://marziahassan.libsyn.com/accessing-self-knowledge-through-contemplation

Islam teaches us that worship with contemplation and awareness is infinitely more valuable than completing rituals without awareness or transformation. In this podcast, we discuss self knowledge and contemplation

Explanation and reflections on the Quranic Chapters recommended to be recited on Laylatul Qadr:

A highly recommended action during the night of Qadr is to pray and reflect on Sura Ankabut, Sura Rum and Sura Dukhan

Audio Lecture on Tafseer of Sura Dukhan:

http://marziahassan.libsyn.com/chapter-44-sura-dukhan

Lessons from Sura Ankabut: Blog Posts

Lessons from Sura Ankabut - Lesson 1: You will be tried

http://www.marziahassan.com/lessons-from-sura-ankabut-part-1-2/

Lessons from Sura Ankabut Lesson 2: Recognize the test

http://www.marziahassan.com/lessons-from-sura-ankabut-part-2/

Lessons from Sura Ankabut Lesson 3: Travel fi sabillilah

http://www.marziahassan.com/lessons-from-sura-ankabut-part-3-travel-fi-sabillilah/

Lesson from Sura Ankabut. Lesson 4: Dust those cobwebs!

http://www.marziahassan.com/lesson-from-sura-ankabut-part-4-dust-those-cobwebs/

Lessons from Sura Ankabut: Lesson 5: Recite the Book, establish Salaat and keep Zikr alive

http://www.marziahassan.com/lesson-iv-recite-the-book-establish-salaat-and-keep-zikr-alive/

Lessons from Sura Ankabut: Lesson 6: “If I strive, He will guide”

http://www.marziahassan.com/lessons-from-sura-ankabut-lesson-v-if-i-strive-he-will-guide/

Infographics on Lessons from Sura Ankabut

http://www.marziahassan.com/6-lessons-from-sura-ankabut-the-spider-infographics/

Audio Lectures on Sura Ankabut Tafseer

Sura Ankabut Part 1 of 3

http://marziahassan.libsyn.com/chapter-29-sura-ankabut-part-1-of-3

Sura Ankabut Part 2 of 3

http://marziahassan.libsyn.com/chapter-29-sura-ankabut-part-2-of-3

Sura Ankabut Part 3 of 3

http://marziahassan.libsyn.com/chapter-29-sura-ankabut-part-3-of-3

Reflections on Dua Makarim Akhlaq

Part 1:

http://marziahassan.libsyn.com/reflections-on-dua-makarim-akhlaq-part-1-of-2-0

Part 2:

http://marziahassan.libsyn.com/reflections-on-dua-makarim-akhlaq-part-1-of-2-0

http://marziahassan.libsyn.com/reflections-on-dua-makarim-akhlaq-part-1-of-2-0