Assalamu alaikum! Greetings of peace!

One of the most exciting parts of Ramdan is here: the time when we search for the most blessed night of all—Laylatul Qadr, the Night of Power.



"Surely we revealed this (message) on the night of power.

And what will make you comprehend what the night of power is?

The night of power is better than a thousand months.

The angels and spirit (Gabriel) descend in it by the permission of their Lord,

with all decrees. Peace will remain until the break of morning." [Al Quran Al Kareem, 97:1-5]

Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said that whoever stands in prayer on Laylat Qadr out of faith, seeking reward, will have his previous sins forgiven . [Bukhari]

We pray that you will enjoy all of the blessings of this amazing night, insha'Allah!

As we worship during these last nights of Ramadan, let's pray together for the impoverished people of the world, and for those suffering through emergencies and disasters.

*** Let's pray for the people of Syria, Myanmar (Burma), and Palestine and all of the others suffering from wars and conflicts. ***

*** Let's pray for those who are struggling to survive each day in Iran, Yemen, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Egypt and other countries around the world. ***

*** Let's pray for those worn and weakened from drought in Africa, in places such as Mali, Niger, Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia. ***

*** Let's pray for the 143 MILLION orphans in the world. ***

"And your Lord says, 'Call upon Me; I will respond to you.'" [Al Quran Al Kareem, 40:60]



At Islamic Relief USA, we value the power of prayer. Allah (swt), the most High, can alter any situation He chooses, and He listens to the prayers of the worshippers.

As Ramadan draws to a close, we also want to remind you of a few things :

—If you would like to pay your ZAKAH during Ramadan to multiply your rewards, we will distribute it for you according to halal principles insha'Allah. If you don't know how much you owe, calculate it.

—Pay your ZAKAT AL-FITR before Eid prayers, and KAFFARA / FIDYA if you missed fasts.

—Continue striving in all ways for the most rewards possible this month. Consider donating additional SADAQAH.

Please keep all those in need of help worldwide in your prayers.

Let's make every second count during these last nights of Ramadan.