How to Make Dua

Dua (Supplication) Dua is an act of worship in which a person calls upon Allah, seeking His help, guidance, forgiveness, or blessings. It is a direct and personal way to communicate with Allah. Muslims are encouraged to make dua in times of need and gratitude. How to Make Dua: Praise Allah first: Start by glorifying and praising Allah. Send blessings on the Prophet: Include salutations to the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Ask sincerely: Make your request or supplication with sincerity and humility, believing that Allah is listening. Be specific: Make clear and specific requests. Show gratitude: Thank Allah for the blessings you already have. Some Important Duas: For Guidance: "رَبِّ زِدْنِي عِلْمًا" Rabbi zidni ilma. (O my Lord, increase me in knowledge) – Surah Ta-Ha (20:114) For Forgiveness: "رَبِّ اغْفِرْ لِي" Rabbi ighfir li. (My Lord, forgive me) – Surah Nuh (71:28) For Ease: "اللّهُمَّ لاَ سَهْلَ إِلاَّ مَا جَعَلْتَهُ سَهْلاً" Allahumma la sahla illa ma ja’altahu sahla. (O Allah, there is no ease except that which You make easy.) For Protection from Harm: "بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الَّذِي لَا يَضُرُّ مَعَ اسْمِهِ شَيْءٌ فِي الْأَرْضِ وَلَا فِي السَّمَاءِ وَهُوَ السَّمِيعُ الْعَلِيمُ" Bismillahi-ladhi la yadurru ma'asmihi shay’un fil-ardi wa la fissama’i wa huwa-sami’u-l’alim. (In the name of Allah, with Whose name there is protection against every kind of harm in the earth or in the heaven, and He is the All-Hearing and All-Knowing.) Durud (Salawat) – Sending Blessings on the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) Durud (also called Salawat) refers to sending blessings and peace upon the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Muslims are encouraged to regularly send blessings upon the Prophet, especially during prayer, in dua, or whenever they mention his name. Importance of Durud: It is highly virtuous and brings great rewards. The Prophet (PBUH) said: "Whoever sends one salutation upon me, Allah will send ten upon him." (Sahih Muslim) It strengthens the love for the Prophet and increases one's connection to him. Common Durud (Salawat): Durud Ibrahim (Recited in Salah): اللَّهُمَّ صَلِّ عَلَى مُحَمَّدٍ وَعَلَى آلِ مُحَمَّدٍ، كَمَا صَلَّيْتَ عَلَى إِبْرَاهِيمَ وَعَلَى آلِ إِبْرَاهِيمَ، إِنَّكَ حَمِيدٌ مَجِيدٌ. اللَّهُمَّ بَارِكْ عَلَى مُحَمَّدٍ وَعَلَى آلِ مُحَمَّدٍ، كَمَا بَارَكْتَ عَلَى إِبْرَاهِيمَ وَعَلَى آلِ إِبْرَاهِيمَ، إِنَّكَ حَمِيدٌ مَجِيدٌ. Allahumma salli 'ala Muhammadin wa 'ala ali Muhammadin kama sallayta 'ala Ibrahima wa 'ala ali Ibrahima, innaka Hamidum Majid. Allahumma barik 'ala Muhammadin wa 'ala ali Muhammadin kama barakta 'ala Ibrahima wa 'ala ali Ibrahima, innaka Hamidum Majid. (O Allah, send Your mercy upon Muhammad and the family of Muhammad as You sent Your mercy upon Ibrahim and the family of Ibrahim. Verily, You are Praiseworthy and Glorious. O Allah, send Your blessings upon Muhammad and the family of Muhammad as You sent Your blessings upon Ibrahim and the family of Ibrahim. Verily, You are Praiseworthy and Glorious.) Short Durud: صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ Sallallahu alayhi wa sallam (May Allah's peace and blessings be upon him) Other Variations: اللَّهُمَّ صَلِّ وَسَلِّمْ عَلَى نَبِيِّنَا مُحَمَّدٍ Allahumma salli wa sallim ‘ala nabiyyina Muhammad (O Allah, send Your peace and blessings upon our Prophet Muhammad.) Benefits of Reciting Durud: Closeness to the Prophet: The one who frequently sends blessings upon the Prophet will be closer to him on the Day of Judgment. Forgiveness: It is a means for seeking Allah’s forgiveness and increasing good deeds. Peace of Mind: Reciting Durud brings peace to the heart and mind, and attracts Allah’s mercy. Regularly reciting Dua and Durud in your daily life helps to strengthen your faith, maintain a strong connection with Allah and His Messenger, and seek blessings and forgiveness.