LONDON: Rajab Al-Murajjab 22 – seventh month of Islamic calendar – is that blessed day when the followers of Holy family of Hazrat Muhammad (peace of Allah be upon him & his progeny) and Aal-e-Muhammad (peace of Allah be upon them) give Niyaz in the name of sixth descendant of the prophet of Islam (peace of Allah be upon him & his progeny), Hazrat Imam Jafar-e-Sadiq (peace of Allah be upon him).

Devotees of Ahlul Bayt (peace of Allah be upon them) across the globe, marking the auspicious occasion, make special arrangements for Niyaz, known as Koonday in the Sub Continent, of Imam Jafar-e-Sadiq (peace of Allah be upon him) with due respect and reverence at Mosques, Imambargahs and homes.

Enlightened gatherings of Imam Jafar-e-Sadiq (peace of Allah be upon him)’s Niyaz took place in all big cities, towns and villages of India and Pakistan, which were largely attended by momineen.

Mojeza of Imam Jafar-e-Sadiq (peace of Allah be upon him) was recited, nawafil were performed, niyaz was eaten and (prayers) dua were offered for the elevation of Islamic world, success of freedom movements of oppressed nations especially Kashmir and Palestine, and safety and security of all Muslims during mahafil.

On this occasion, Momineen made vows for the fulfillment of their hajaat.

According to reports, followers of Ahlul Bayt (PBUT) residing in different parts of the world also made arrangements for the Niyaz. In London, Nazr-e-Imam Sadiq was served at Sakina Trust, on 22nd Rajab 17th August.