India, Feb. 12 -- Shab-e-Barat, one of the holiest nights in the Islamic calendar, is observed on the 15th night of Sha'ban, the eighth month of the Islamic lunar year. Revered as the 'Night of Forgiveness,' it is a time of deep spiritual reflection when devotees spend the night in prayer, seeking divine mercy, blessings, and forgiveness from the Almighty. From date to history, here's all you need to know about this occasion. (Also read: Guru Ravidas Jayanti 2025: Date, timing, history, significance and inspirational quotes on his 648th birth anniversary )

In 2025, Shab-e-Barat is set to be observed from the evening of Thursday, February 13, until the evening of Friday, February 14, as per the Hijri calendar.

"Shab-e-Barat, which falls ...