Birth of Ali ibn Abi Talib:

Birth of Ali ibn Abi Talib: The 13th day of Rajab is the birthday of Ali ibn Abi Talib, the first Imam of the Shiites and the son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad. Ali was born in 23 before Hijrah, which is equivalent to September 13, 601. White days of Rajab: The 13th day of Rajab marks the beginning of the white days of Rajab. A'amaal: Some recommend reciting 2 Rak-a't on the night of the 13th, reciting Surah Al Fatih'ah, Surah Al Yaa Seen, Surah Al Mulk, and Sura Ikhlass in each Rak-a't.