Isra and Mi’raj: History, Facts & Insights

This is an in-depth look at all the must-know facts about Isra and Mi’raj (2024) 🗓️ that no one tells you about. Isra and Mi’raj is observed on February 18th.

Among the information you’ll find below: the history of Isra and Mi’raj, activities to do on and how to observe this holiday, as well as interesting facts you may want to know about Isra and Mi’raj.

📅 What day is Isra and Mi’raj 2024?

In 2024, Isra and Mi’raj is on Saturday, February 18th. It is the 3rd Saturday in February; in 2024, it is Sunday. There are until the next observance. You also can learn all the exciting details and facts about February 18, 2023, that you might not be aware of.

Isra and Mi’raj is a significant event in the Muslim calendar that commemorates the miraculous journey of Prophet Muhammad. It took place on the 27th day of the 7th month. During this journey, the Prophet traveled from Mecca to Jerusalem and then ascended to the skies. Muslims view it as both a physical and spiritual expedition, guided by Allah. To assist him on the initial part of the journey, Allah provided the Prophet with a horse named Buraq, which resembled a pegasus.

📜 Isra and Mi’raj History

During a difficult time in Muhammad’s life, known as the Year of Sorrow, he faced the loss of his close friends and family members. This period coincided with the events of Isra and Mi’raj. According to Islamic traditions, Allah took Muhammad on a miraculous journey from the Dome of the Rock with the angel Jibreel. During this journey, Muhammad encountered various prophets and witnessed extraordinary miracles and angels on each level of heaven. Eventually, he met with Allah, who bestowed upon Muslims the obligation to pray. Initially, Muhammad was instructed to have his people pray 50 times a day, but after Moses advised him to ask for a reduction, Muhammad interceded with Allah multiple times until the number was reduced to five daily prayers. After the journey, Muhammad returned to Makkah, where he saw caravans heading towards the city, which served as confirmation of his extraordinary experience. Despite facing skepticism from some, this journey continues to inspire awe and hope among Muslims.

✅ Isra and Mi’raj Facts

🔖 Going in for the long term
Saudi Arabia is preparing for a significant increase in the number of pilgrims visiting Makkah for Hajj and Umrah by 2030. They expect to receive around 30 million pilgrims during this time and have made specific arrangements to upgrade their infrastructure to accommodate this surge in visitors.

🔖 An automated system
In Makkah, there is an advanced system in place for disposing of garbage. This system is connected to 318 different collection points through underground pipes. It efficiently handles the 600 tons of waste that is produced daily during the Hajj pilgrimage and the month of Ramadan.

🔖 Does size matter?
The Makkah Clock Royal Tower hotel by Fairmont is home to the world’s highest Muslim prayer room, situated at an elevation of 600 meters above sea level. However, this prayer room has limited space and can only accommodate a maximum of six to eight people at a time.

👍 Why Is Isra and Mi’raj Important

…and if we are Muslims, we may reach out to our Christian, agnostic, or atheist friends and explain what it means to believe in miracles and prophets in our daily lives. Faith is a powerful thing, and it can assist, educate, and round us out as people even when we aren’t aware of it.

It’s similar to the narrative of Jesus feeding hundreds of people with a single loaf of bread and a basket of fish. The account of Muhammad’s journey is equally captivating. Even from an intellectual standpoint, what does this story of miracles and amazement mean? Could we profit by believing the impossible? What impact may the morals of these stories have on our outlook?

even if we just interpret it symbolically. A man embarks on a journey, and thanks to powers beyond his comprehension and beyond human conception, he is inspired and supported by powerful divinity to arrive on time and complete his mission.

🙂 How To Observe Isra and Mi’raj

⚡ Talk about it with your online friends

⚡ Support your Muslim friends and co-workers
For a harmonious coexistence, it has always been important to gain insight into the thoughts and experiences of those around us. When we have a better understanding of each other, we tend to be less judgmental. Therefore, I encourage you to take the opportunity today to engage with a coworker or someone connected to a friend and inquire about their thoughts and reflections on this significant day. You may be surprised by the outcomes and what you learn about them.

⚡ Go to your mosque and pray
There are a million hashtags and information campaigns on Facebook and Twitter that just want you to copy and paste stuff you haven’t even considered. But today, post something original and genuine. It is a special day for Muslims, and as such, friends and neighbors should mark it on their social media accounts. Don’t fall behind.

📅 When is Isra and Mi’raj?

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