We are now in the last few days of the holy month of Ramadan. This is a time when Muslims further increase their acts of worship and make extra efforts to seek Allah’s mercy and forgiveness.

 ‘Qiyam-ul-layl’ which means to ‘stand during the night’ is practiced during this time.

It is a voluntary prayer offered between the time of Ishaa prayer and the Fajr prayer (before dawn). However, the most preferred time is before sunrise, in the last third of the night.

‘Qiyam-ul-layl’ holds great rewards and blessings for any Muslim who sacrifices his or her sleep to stand in front of Allah (SWT) and pray to Him.

Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is known to have said, “The best prayer after the obligatory prayers is the night prayer.” (Sahih Muslim).

The significance of Qiyam-ul-layl is stated in the Quran on several occasions:

"And some part of the night keep vigil for it as an additional prayer for you; maybe that your Lord will raise you up to a praised position." – Al Israa (17:79).

In Qatar, ‘Qiyam-ul-layl’ prayer which starts between 11:30 pm to 12:30 am. For the ease of QLers wishing to join this special prayer, we have put together a list of some of the most famous mosques – where ‘Qiyam-ul-layl’ takes place.

1. Imam Muhammad ibn Abd al-Wahhab Mosque – The State Mosque

The mosque is located in Al Mohandiseen Street, Doha, South of Corniche, and nearby Qatar Sports Club. The mosque can accommodate around 30,000 people.

2. Al Fanar

Al-Fanar Islamic Cultural Center is one of the most widely known architectural landmarks in Doha. It is located in downtown Doha, nearby Souq Wakif.

3. Katara Mosque

Katara mosque is one of the most beautiful mosques in Qatar. Designed by globally-known Turkish mosque designer, Zainab Fadil Oglu. As the name states, a stunning piece of architecture, located in the heart of Katara. Parking space is available.

4. Education City Mosque

It’s located in the Minaretein building, which rests on five large columns representing the five pillars of Islam, with each featuring a verse drawn from the Holy Qur’an.

5. Saad Bin Majed Mosque

This mosque is located in Wadi Al Qura Street (opposite to Dar Al Salam mall).

6. Aspire Mosque

This mosque is located in Aspize Zone.

7. Omar Bin al Khattab Mosque

This mosque is located in Madinat Khalifa.

8. West Bay Jamia Masjid

9. Pearl Qatar Mosque

This mosque is located at the entrance of the Pearl-Qatar.

10. Al Shouyoukh Mosque

This mosque is located next to Amiri Diwan, opposite to Msheireb Downtown Doha.

11. Barwa City Grand Mosque

This mosque is located inside Barwa City and prayer starts at 11 pm.

12. Masjid Hamza Bin Abdul Mutalib

This mosque is located in Al-Wakra opposite to Al Wakra Souq.

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