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  Surah Al-Qadr   In The Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   Verily! We have sent it (this Quran) down in the night of Al-Qadr (Decree) ( Quran Surah Al-Qadr 97:1 )   And what will make you know what the night of Al-Qadr (Decree) is? ( Quran 97:2 )   The night of Al-Qadr (Decree) is better than a thousand months (i.e. worshipping Allah in that night is better than worshipping Him a thousand months, (i.e. 83 years and 4 months). ( Quran 97:3 )   Therein descend the angels and the Ruh [Jibrael (Gabriel)] by Allah's Permission with all Decrees, ( Quran 97:4 )   Peace! (All that night, there is Peace and Goodness from Allah to His believing slaves) until the appearance of dawn. ( Quran 97:5 )

  In Islam, the event known as the Night of Power (Laylat al-Qadr) holds immense significance. It marks the night when the  Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)  received his first revelation from God, forever altering the course of history. Seeking Solace in Solitude According to Islamic tradition, by his forties,  Muhammad (PBUH)  was known for his piety and contemplative nature. Disenchanted by the social ills and spiritual emptiness he witnessed in Mecca, he would retreat to a cave called Hira on Mount Hira for meditation and introspection. A Life-Changing Encounter During one such retreat in the year 610 CE, Islamic accounts narrate a transformative experience. The Angel Gabriel (Jibril) appeared to  Muhammad (PBUH) , commanding him to “Read!” Startled, the Prophet replied that he couldn’t read. The angel repeated the command twice more, then enveloped him in a tight embrace before reciting the first verses of what would become the Quran: “Read in the name of your ...