Ramadan at Al-Rahmah
شَهْرُ رَمَضَانَ ٱلَّذِىٓ أُنزِلَ فِيهِ ٱلْقُرْءَانُ
“The month of Ramadan in which was revealed the Quran…”
— Surah Al-Baqarah 2:185
Ramadan Mubarak. The blessed month is the heart of our community calendar at AlRahmah, and we welcome every Muslim in Glasgow — young and old, new and lifelong — to share in this sacred time with us
Glasgow fast lengths during Ramadan can be over 17 hours in summer. Be prepared, stay hydrated during the non-fasting hours, and pace yourself.
Tarawih Prayers
Join the congregation each night for Tarawih, led by our Hafiz Imams. The full Quran is completed (Khatm) over the 30 nights of Ramadan.
• Tarawih begins: 30 minutes after Isha
• Length: Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes (20 rak’ah)
• 8 rak’ah option available for those new to Tarawih
• Khatm al-Quran ceremony on the 27th night, in sha Allah
Itikaf — Last 10 Nights
Spend the last 10 nights of Ramadan in spiritual retreat (Itikaf) at the centre. Places are limited — register early.
• Brothers’ Itikaf: Open registration from [Date]
• Sisters’ Itikaf: Limited spaces — apply via the Sisters’ Corner
• Daily food and amenities provided
• Includes Qiyam-ul-Layl (night prayer) programme
Laylatul Qadr Programme
The Night of Power is better than a thousand months. Al-Rahmah opens its doors for Qiyam (night prayer) on the odd nights of the last 10. Special programmes on the 27th night feature guest scholars.
Iftar at the Centre
Community Iftar is open every Friday and Saturday during Ramadan — free for all, especially those who would otherwise break their fast alone.
• Free Iftar: Fridays & Saturdays from 30 minutes before Maghrib
• Open to all — Muslim and non-Muslim guests welcome
• Sponsor a community Iftar in memory of a loved one
Zakat al-Fitr
Pay your Zakat al-Fitr (Fitrana) through Al-Rahmah by [Date — last day before Eid] to ensure it reaches recipients in time for Eid.
• Rate this year: [£X per person]
• Pay online or in person at the centre
Eid Salah
Eid Salah is held at Al-Rahmah (and at a larger overflow venue when needed). Two prayer sessions accommodate the whole community.
• First Eid Salah: [Time]
• Second Eid Salah: [Time]
• Eid celebrations follow — children’s activities, gifts, refreshments
