15 Sha'ban
Laylat al-Bara'ah
Friday, January 22, 2027 · 101 days to go
The holy night begins on the evening of this day with the Isha prayer and lasts until dawn.
What is Laylat al-Bara'ah?
The fifteenth night of the month of Sha'ban. “Bara'ah” means acquittal, being cleared, being freed from a debt. This night is regarded as a night of pardon and forgiveness; it is the herald of Ramadan.
What to do
- Repent and seek forgiveness; if you owe anyone a right, settle it with them and ask for their forgiveness.
- Pray some of your missed (qada) prayers.
- Fasting in Sha'ban as preparation for Ramadan was the Prophet’s ﷺ habit (Bukhari, Sawm 52).
Laylat al-Bara'ah dates (2026 – 2030)
| Year | Date | Hijri |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Monday, February 2, 2026 | 15 Sha'ban 1447 |
| 2027 | Friday, January 22, 2027 | 15 Sha'ban 1448 |
| 2028 | Tuesday, January 11, 2028 | 15 Sha'ban 1449 |
| 2028 | Saturday, December 30, 2028 | 15 Sha'ban 1450 |
| 2029 | Thursday, December 20, 2029 | 15 Sha'ban 1451 |
| 2030 | Monday, December 9, 2030 | 15 Sha'ban 1452 |
Dates follow the 2026–2030 list of Islamic holidays published by Diyanet (Turkish Presidency of Religious Affairs). Holy nights begin on the evening of the listed day.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Laylat al-Bara'ah?
In 2027, Laylat al-Bara'ah falls on Friday, January 22, 2027. Because it follows the Hijri calendar, its Gregorian date moves about eleven days earlier each year; the table on this page lists its dates through 2030.
What is Laylat al-Bara'ah?
The fifteenth night of the month of Sha'ban. “Bara'ah” means acquittal, being cleared, being freed from a debt. This night is regarded as a night of pardon and forgiveness; it is the herald of Ramadan.
Which day of the Hijri calendar is Laylat al-Bara'ah?
Laylat al-Bara'ah is on 15 Sha'ban in the Hijri calendar. Because the Hijri day begins at sunset, it is common to observe this night on the evening before.
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