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Anyone seeking forgiveness, so I may forgive?\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Qiyam al-Layl in Ramadan<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>In Ramadan, Qiyam al-Layl is known as Taraweeh, a deeply cherished practice performed in congregation.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>The Prophet \ufdfa said: <\/strong><strong>\u201cWhoever stands [in prayer] during Ramadan out of faith and seeking reward, his past sins will be forgiven.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Night prayer in Ramadan is not limited to Taraweeh; Muslims are encouraged to prolong their night worship, especially in the last ten nights, seeking Laylat al-Qadr, which is <\/strong><strong>\u201cBetter than a thousand months.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Qiyam al-Layl is a spiritual treasure, a gateway to Allah\u2019s mercy, and a source of forgiveness and inner peace.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>During Ramadan, the doors of mercy are wide open, let us take advantage, even with just two heartfelt rak\u2018ahs in the depth of night, whispering to our Lord and asking for His mercy and acceptance.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read Also:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/thesauditimes.net\/en\/international-astronomy-center-confirms-the-impossibility-of-sighting-the-shawwal-crescent-on-march-29\/\">International Astronomy Center Confirms the Impossibility of Sighting the Shawwal Crescent on March 29<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Qiyam al-Layl, or the night prayer, is one of the greatest acts of worship through which a believer draws closer to Allah. 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