Meraj-ul-Alam is observed a day after Shab-e-Meraj, which falls on the 27th of Rajab in the Islamic lunar calendar. Shab-e-Meraj, also known as the Night of Ascension, commemorates the miraculous journey of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).
According to Islamic belief, on this sacred night the Prophet was taken from Masjid al-Haram in Makkah to Masjid al-Aqsa in Jerusalem (Isra), and from there he ascended through the seven heavens (Meraj), ultimately reaching the highest spiritual realms by Allah’s command. During this journey, the Prophet met earlier prophets and received divine instructions, including the command for five daily prayers (Salah).
Meraj-ul-Alam, observed the following day, is marked by prayers, remembrance of Allah, recitation of the Quran, and reflection on the spiritual lessons of faith, obedience, and closeness to God. Many Muslims view the day as a continuation of the spiritual significance of Shab-e-Meraj, emphasizing gratitude, humility, and moral responsibility.
The date of Shab-e-Meraj and Meraj-ul-Alam may vary each year based on moon sighting, and in 2026, Shab-e-Meraj is being observed on January 16.
