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27th January 2025 | Islam Channel - 8pm
This 27th January 2025, we invite you to join us on the Islam Channel (Sky 736, Virgin 838 and Freeview 264 / Online) for a special live programme: Orphan Crisis in Gaza TV Appeal. Starting at 8pm, we will focus on helping the orphans and widows of Gaza by providing food, medical aid, and sponsorship opportunities. Your support can transform lives and bring much-needed relief to those enduring unimaginable hardships.
As we near the end of the holy month of Rajab, consider making a difference by supporting our work at Orphans in Need. Your contributions can provide food, shelter, and education to vulnerable children and families.
Look at our appeals to learn more about how you can help.
will provide a winter blanket, offering warmth and comfort against the harsh cold.
can provide a food parcel to feed a family for one month.
provide Food Parcels to 3 starving families.
will provide a 15m² tent, offering a critical shelter for a family facing the winter months without a home.
The journey of Al-Isra’ wal-Mi’raj is one of the most extraordinary and spiritually significant events in Islamic history. This miraculous night, commemorated on the 27th of Rajab, offers profound lessons and reminders for Muslims around the world.
Al-Isra’ wal-Mi’raj refers to a two-part journey undertaken by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) in a single night, by the command of Allah. The event is detailed in the Qur’an and the Hadith and serves as a cornerstone of Islamic belief.
The first part of the journey, Al-Isra, saw the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) transported from Masjid al-Haram in Makkah to Masjid al-Aqsa in Jerusalem. This journey was undertaken on the winged steed Buraq, accompanied by the Angel Jibreel (Gabriel). Upon arrival, the Prophet led a congregation of all the prophets in prayer, symbolising the unity of the Abrahamic faiths and his leadership among them.
From Jerusalem, the Prophet ascended through the seven heavens, meeting various prophets, including Adam, Isa (Jesus), Musa (Moses), and Ibrahim (Abraham). He witnessed the wonders of paradise and the realities of hell. Ultimately, he reached Sidrat al-Muntaha, the Lote Tree of the Utmost Boundary, beyond which no creation can pass. There, he experienced the divine presence of Allah.
One of the most significant outcomes of this journey was the gift of Salah (prayer). Initially prescribed as 50 daily prayers, this was reduced to five, while retaining the reward of 50. This moment underscores the centrality of prayer in a Muslim’s life as a direct link to Allah.
While observances vary, many Muslims commemorate this night with acts of worship, including:
It’s also an opportunity to reconnect with the essence of faith and strengthen one’s commitment to living a life pleasing to Allah.
The lessons of Al-Isra’ wal-Mi’raj remind us of our duties to Allah and to one another. It’s a time to reflect on how we can support those in need and make a meaningful impact in the lives of the less fortunate. At Orphans in Need, we take inspiration from this miraculous night to continue our mission of serving orphans and widows worldwide.
As we remember the journey of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), let’s also journey towards greater compassion and generosity. Together, we can bring hope and support to those who need it most.
May this blessed night inspire us all to strengthen our faith and deepen our commitment to helping others. Al-Isra’ wal-Mi’raj is not just a story of miracles but a timeless reminder of our shared journey towards Allah.