The Last Ten Nights: Making the Most of Laylatul Qadr in Glasgow

“The Night of Power is better than a thousand months.” — Surah Al-Qadr 97:3

A thousand months. That is 83 years — more than a full human lifetime. Allah سبحانه وتعالى has placed inside the last ten nights of Ramadan a single night that outweighs all of it. This is not poetry. This is a promise from the One who created time itself.

As the final stretch of Ramadan arrives in Glasgow, we want to offer some practical and spiritual guidance for making the most of these precious nights — especially for those juggling work, family, and the long Scottish days that make our fasts among the lengthiest in the world.

Why the Odd Nights Matter

The Prophet ﷺ said: “Seek Laylatul Qadr in the odd nights of the last ten days of Ramadan.” These are the 21st, 23rd, 25th, 27th, and 29th nights. No one knows which night it falls on — and that uncertainty is itself a mercy, because it invites us to give our best across all of them rather than saving everything for one.

At Al-Rahmah, we hold Qiyam-ul-Layl — night prayer — on each of these odd nights. The 27th night will feature a special programme with a guest scholar, du’a, and the communal energy of a masjid full of people pouring their hearts out together. There is nothing quite like it.

Practical Tips for Working Adults and Parents

The last ten nights can feel unreachable if you have an early start, young children, or a body that is already tired from three weeks of fasting. A few suggestions from our Imams:

Sleep after Tarawih and set an alarm for the last hour before Suhoor. Even 30–45 minutes of Qiyam in that final quiet hour — when the house is still and the city is dark — is immensely powerful. You do not need to stay awake all night to benefit.

Keep du’a simple. The Prophet ﷺ taught Aisha رضي الله عنها a short du’a for this night: Allahumma innaka ‘afuwwun tuhibbul ‘afwa fa’fu ‘anni — “O Allah, You are Pardoning, You love to pardon, so pardon me.” Repeat it. Mean it. That is enough.

Include your children. Even young children can feel the atmosphere of these nights. Let them stay up a little later, make du’a with you, and feel part of something sacred. These are the memories that shape a lifetime of faith.

Eid Is Coming

After the last ten nights comes Eid ul-Fitr — the celebration that follows the fast. Al-Rahmah will hold two Eid Salah sessions to accommodate the whole community. Children’s activities, gifts, and refreshments will follow. Subscribe below to receive Eid prayer time updates as soon as they are confirmed.

May Allah allow us all to witness Laylatul Qadr this year, accept our worship, and forgive our shortcomings. Ameen