Thousands of Muslims across Pakistan currently observe the sacred practice of Aitekaf, with devotees gathering at various mosques across the country, including Lahore.
Special arrangements have been carefully made in mosques such as the Badshahi Mosque, Data Darbar, and Masjid-e-Shuhada to ensure a conducive environment for spiritual reflection and worship during these ten days.
Among them, Jamia Masjid Data Darbar welcomed more than 2,000 faithful participants for Itikaf, a practice that involves seclusion in the mosque starting on the 20th day of Ramadan, seeking Lailatul Qadr (Night of Majesty) and seeking forgiveness from Allah by abstaining. from worldly affairs.
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This Sunnah of the Holy Prophet (Peace be upon him) includes devoted recitation of the Holy Qur’an, praying and fervently seeking divine blessings. Many women joined the city of Itikaf established in Lahore, with separate arrangements to accommodate them.
Participants conclude their Itikaf while observing the month of Eid, marking the end of this spiritually enriching experience.