Category Archives: Religious Observance – Islam

Preparing for Ramadan – Sha’aban 2 – Nisfu Sha’ban Lailat ul Bara’at

Posted on February 2, 2026 by Imam Salim Chishti

Lailat-ul-Bara’at or Shab e Barat (as it is known in the Indian Sub-continent) is the night of the full moon of the Islamic month of Sha’ban. Some scholars equate this night with Lailat Mubaraka (night of blessing) which is mentioned … Continue reading →

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Preparing for Ramadan – Sha’ban 1

Posted on January 23, 2026 by Imam Salim Chishti

السلام عليكم My dear brothers and sisters. This week we have entered the month of Sha’ban, alhamdul’illah. It is a great gift that Allah (swt) has allowed us to again come to this time of the year. And in just … Continue reading →

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Shaban 1447

Posted on January 19, 2026 by Imam Salim Chishti

With the coming of Shaban we are reminded that our beloved guest, Ramadan, will soon be here. We prepare our innermost self for the arrival and pray that Allah (swt) will bring us once again to that sacred meeting. “Sweep … Continue reading →

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Preparing for Ramadan – Rajab 2

Posted on January 3, 2026 by Imam Salim Chishti

As we progress through this month we are aware of the approach of Ramadan coming on the horizon. Our preparations for reaching that sacred time can prepare our heart for all the inner works and insights available to us during … Continue reading →

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Preparing for Ramadan – Rajab I

Posted on December 20, 2025 by Imam Salim Chishti

Introduction Each year as we approach the holy month of Ramadan we travel through two other months designated as sacred months in the Qur’an and Hadith. First we come to the seventh month of the Hijri year – Rajab, and … Continue reading →

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