Sacred ‘Moi-e-Muqqadas’ to be displayed after five prayers today at Dargah Hazratbal
Srinagar: Kashmir Valley glowed throughout the night with the warmth of faith and devotion. From the shores of Hazratbal to the narrow lanes of old city Srinagar, thousands of homes were lit with hope and reverence as the Valley observes Shab-e-Meraj – the blessed night that marks Prophet Muhammad’s (Peace Be Upon Him) Divine journey from Makkah to the heavens. It is a night when believers bow with humility, their hearts filled with gratitude for the divine gift of five daily prayers bestowed upon humanity on this sacred occasion.
At the centre of this devotion in Kashmir lies the beautiful Dargah Hazratbal, home to the Moi-e-Muqqadas (Holy Relic) of the Prophet (SAW). The relic will be displayed today after all five daily prayers. By Friday evening, the shrine’s courtyard had turned into an ocean of devotion, with thousands of men, women and children softly reciting verses from the holy Qur’an.
The recitation of Durood Sharif rose into the night sky, echoing over the beautiful waters of Dal Lake. Children clung to their mothers, while elders leaned on walking sticks, whispering prayers that have passed through generations.
As the night deepened, sermons at Hazratbal reminded worshippers of the spiritual essence of the Prophet’s journey. “Shab-e-Miraj is not merely a story of ascension; it is a reminder to rise above worldly desires and purify our hearts,” said a local cleric. “This is the night when mercy descends, and angels spread peace upon those who pray.”
Today, on Saturday, the holy relic will be displayed after every prayer, Fajr, Zuhr, Asr, Maghrib and Isha, as the shrine transforms once again into a spectacle of faith. The brief unveiling of the relic will draw tears and supplications from thousands, each whisper carrying hope, love and gratitude.
Throughout the Valley, other shrines such as Jenab Sahab Soura, Khanqah-e-Moula and Aali Masjid Eidgah will also host special prayers, sermons and night-long gatherings. Homes and mosques across Kashmir are illuminated tonight, with families offering nafil prayers, reciting Durood and seeking forgiveness
