رَبِّ اجْعَلْنِي مُقِيمَ الصَّلَاةِ وَمِن ذُرِّيَّتِي ۚ رَبَّنَا وَتَقَبَّلْ دُعَاءِ
"My Lord, establish prayer for me and my descendants. Our Lord, and accept my supplication."
*Rabbij'alni muqeem-as-salati wa min dhurriyyati, Rabbana wa taqabbal du'a'i*
When to Read
This dua is perfect for parents to recite for their children. You can make this dua during your own prayers, after prayers, or at any time you remember your children and wish for them to grow into responsible individuals who are steadfast in their faith. It's particularly poignant when discussing responsibility with your children, using it as a personal example of seeking Allah's help for them.
How to Read
Recite this ayah sincerely, with heartfelt intention for your children's well-being and their development of responsibility. Visualize them growing into capable, upright Muslims who understand their duties towards Allah, their families, and their communities. You can place your hand on your child's head while making this dua, or simply raise your hands in supplication at any appropriate time.
Virtues & Benefits
This beautiful ayah from Surah Ibrahim is a powerful prayer from Prophet Ibrahim (peace be upon him) for himself and his progeny. By reciting it for your children, you are seeking Allah's blessing for them to establish prayer – a cornerstone of Islam and a practice that inherently teaches discipline, accountability, and responsibility. It also asks Allah to accept your supplication, emphasizing the importance of sincere dua. A child who values prayer is more likely to understand and uphold other responsibilities in their life, seeing them as acts of worship and obedience to Allah.