Muslims in India will observe Shab-e-Barat, the holy night of fortune and forgiveness, this Saturday. Shab-e-Barat is not an Islamic festival but an auspicious night ahead of Ramadan of Ramzan when God decides the fortunes of men and women for the coming year and showers his forgiveness. Revellers often say or write 'Shab-e-Barat Mubarak' to greet each other on this occasion. They send Shab-e-Barat greetings and messages on WhatsApp and SMS to wish dear ones. WhatsApp stickers and GIF images about Shab-e-Barat are also looked for on this night.

According to believers, Shab-e-Barat marks the night when God seals people's fate in terms of life and death until the next year. Shab is an Urdu word which means night, while Barat is an Arabic noun which is roughly translated to English as either innocence or salvation. The night comes 15 days before the holy month of Ramadan. On Shab-e-Barat, special prayers are held and Muslims worship the entire night to seek forgiveness for their sins. If you are looking for Shab-e-Barat greeting, SMS, messages and WhatsApp stickers and GIF images, here's everything for you to wish your dear ones. Shab-e-Barat 2019: Date in India, Significance And Other Key Facts to Know About The Muslim Festival Ahead of Ramadan Month.

Shab-e-Barat Mubarak Messages: WhatsApp Stickers, GIF Image Greetings, SMS & Wishes

Shab-e-Barat greeting (Photo Credits: File Image)

Shab-e-Barat message reads: Rehmaton Ki Aayi Hai Raat, Dua Hai Aap Sada Rahen Aabad, Mubarak Ho Aapko Shab-e-Barat.

Shab-e-Barat greeting (Photo Credits: File Image)

Shab-e-Barat message reads: Ya Allah, Main Tujhse Mangta Hun, Aisi Maafi Jiske Baad Gunah Na Ho, Aisi Sehat Jiske Baad Bimari Na Ho, Aisi Raza Jiske Baad Koi Narazgi Na Ho - Aameen. Shab-e-Barat Mubarak.

Shab-e-Barat greeting (Photo Credits: File Image)

Shab-e-Barat message reads: My dear friends and family please forgive me if I hurt you in my life, either directly or indirectly. Shab-e-Barat Mubarak.

Shab-e-Barat greeting (Photo Credits: File Image)

Shab-e-Barat message reads: May this night bring happiness and blessings for all. Shab-e-Barat Mubarak.

Shab-e-Barat greeting (Photo Credits: File Image)

Shab-e-Barat message reads: Allah, please make everything beautiful for me in the coming year. Wish you a Happy Shab-e-Barat.

Shab-e-Barat greeting (Photo Credits: File Image)

Shab-e-Barat message reads: Allah, you have given me a beautiful life and a blessed night, please make my future bright. Shab-e-Barat Mubarak.

How to Download Shab-e-Barat WhatsApp Stickers & GIF Greeting Images?

If you are an Android user, go to Play Store and search for 'Shab-e-Barat' and you will find several apps offering GIF greetings and WhatsApp stickers to wish Shab-e-Barat. Those apps will also give you information about the auspicious night. Make sure you download a credible app so that you get correct information.

Shab-e-Barat is considered to be the 'Eid of those who have died', several Muslims visit their nearest graveyards to seek forgiveness for their deceased relatives.

Shab-e-Barat 2019 date in India:

Shab-e-Barat is observed on 15th of the Islamic month of Shaban. Under the Islamic calendar, the date changes post the sunset and not after the clock goes past 12 midnight. Therefore, the 15th of Shaban will begin after the sun sets on Saturday, April 20, 2019. The festival will be observed until the next sunset, i.e. the evening of Sunday, April 21, 2019.

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