Srinagar Jan 27 (KNS): The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President Dr. Farooq Abdullah and Vice President and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Monday extended greetings to people on the annual observance of Shab-e- Meraj.
Party President while greeting people said the venerated night of Meraj marks the ascension of Holy Messenger of Allah Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) towards heavens.
“The Holy Prophet (PBUH) was gifted with five daily prayers equal to the reward of fifty daily prayers by Allah on the auspicious night. The Meraj is the great gift of Allah to Muslims; it is the most blessed journey of human history”.
Abdullah said through this exalted journey, the Holy Messenger of Islam (PBUH) taught humanity the merits of knowledge and how crucial it is to unveil the truths of nature. “The journey of the Prophet (PBUH) has many lessons for us, the chief among them is importance of knowledge, therefore Muslims should strive towards excellence in knowledge, and quest of enlightenment. I extend my warm greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion, may the blessed night foster unity and consciousness among Muslims.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelMay Almighty pardon our excesses and accept our prayers, and supplications. May the blessed night act as the harbinger of peace, prosperity, tranquillity and communal harmony in J&K,” he said.
In his greetings message CM Omar Abdullah said, "Shab-e-Miraj, also known as Al-Isra Wal-Miraj and the Night of Miraj, commemorates the ascension of the Holy Prophet of Islam, Hazrat Muhammad (SAW), to the heavenly realms and his ultimate presence in the divine presence of Allah, alone at Sidratul Muntaha. This sacred night should not pass by without us reflecting on its profound lessons and significance. Let us take this opportunity to pray and seek forgiveness for our transgressions from Allah, and express our gratitude for the blessings bestowed upon the Ummah, particularly the five daily prayers. Let us honor this virtuous night with sincere devotion and reflection.”
Among others Party General Secretary Ali Muhammad Sagar, Advisor Nasir Aslam Wani, Treasurer Shammi Oberoi, Chief Spokesperson Tanvir Sadiq, MPs Mian Altaf Ahmad, Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi have also extended greetings to the people on the occasion.(KNS)