Shab-e-Barat — History, Date & Significance
Shab-e-Barat, the Night of Forgiveness, is observed on the 15th night of Sha’ban in the Hijri calendar. Muslims in Bangladesh spend the night in prayer seeking forgiveness, visit graves of relatives, and share halwa and bread with neighbors.
Shab-e-Barat 2027 — Next Date
- English Date
- Monday, January 25, 2027
- Bengali Date
- 11 Magh 1433
- Hijri Date
- 15 Sha'ban 1448 AH
- Days Left
- 201 days
Islamic holidays depend on the sighting of the moon in Bangladesh, so the actual date may shift by a day.
History of Shab-e-Barat
Shab-e-Barat — the Night of Records or Night of Forgiveness (Laylatul Bara’at) — falls on the night of the 15th of Sha’ban, the month before Ramadan. Many Muslims believe that on this night Allah writes the destinies of all people for the coming year and forgives those who sincerely seek His mercy. The night has been observed with special devotion across South Asia, Central Asia, and Southeast Asia for centuries.
In Bangladesh, Shab-e-Barat is a deeply rooted tradition and a public holiday. Mosques remain open and full through the night, and homes are lit for prayer. It also serves as a reminder that Ramadan is only two weeks away, and many begin their spiritual preparation for the fasting month from this night.
How Shab-e-Barat Is Celebrated
- Night-long nafl prayers, Quran recitation, and zikr at mosques and homes
- Visiting graveyards to pray for departed relatives
- Distributing halwa, bread, and sweets among neighbors and the poor
- Seeking forgiveness and making dua through the night
- Fasting the following day, as many observe voluntarily
Shab-e-Barat Dates — Next 5 Years
| Year | Date | Day | Bengali Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* | January 25, 2027 | Monday | 11 Magh 1433 |
| 2028* | January 14, 2028 | Friday | 30 Poush 1434 |
| 2029* | January 2, 2029 | Tuesday | 18 Poush 1435 |
| 2029* | December 23, 2029 | Sunday | 8 Poush 1436 |
| 2030* | December 12, 2030 | Thursday | 27 Ogrohayon 1437 |
* Dates for future years are calculated estimates and may change when the official government calendar is announced. Islamic holidays depend on the sighting of the moon in Bangladesh, so the actual date may shift by a day.
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