In Egypt, more than 30,000 Muslims gathered to pray for what is believed to be the night of destiny, known in Arabic as Laylatu Al-Qadr. Muslims memorize on this night the first revelation of the Holy Quran and believe that Allah listens to their prayers. Cairo-based photojournalist Hamada Elrasam has more from Cairo.
Ramadan's Night of Destiny in Cairo
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Muslim men and women stand in lines that stretch into the surrounding streets as the 13,200 square meter mosque filled completely, in old Cairo, Egypt, May 31, 2019.
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After the end of the rituals, Muslims pose for a selfie in Amr Ibn al-As mosque, in old Cairo, Egypt, May 31, 2019.