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Laylat al-Qadr — Night of Destiny

March 16 · Islam · Monotheisms

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Esoteric and historical meaning

The night «better than a thousand months» where angels and the Spirit descend and the year's decrees are fixed. A temporal node where destiny is written.

Operative mechanics — ritual acts

·Prayer vigil until dawn
·Repetition of the supplication for forgiveness
·Retreat (i'tikaf) in the mosque during the last ten days

Traditional foods

·Light meal so as not to weigh down the vigil

Offerings

·Silent almsgiving

Taboos to respect

·Do not flaunt one's own devotion

Associated symbols

Starry night · Descending angels · Peace until dawn