رَبِّ اجْعَلْنِي مُقِيمَ الصَّلَاةِ وَمِن ذُرِّيَّتِي ۚ رَبَّنَا وَتَقَبَّلْ دُعَاءِ
My Lord, make me an establisher of prayer, and [also] from my offspring. Our Lord, and accept [this] supplication.
Rabbij'alni muqeemas-salati wa min dhurriyyati, Rabbana wa taqabbal du'a'
When to Read
This beautiful dua, taught by Prophet Ibrahim (peace be upon him), is perfect for any time you pray for your children. Make it a regular part of your daily supplications, especially after your obligatory prayers, or whenever you feel a strong desire to seek Allah's guidance for them. It's a timeless prayer for their spiritual well-being and connection to Allah.
How to Read
Recite this ayah with sincere intention and heartfelt conviction. Visualize your children growing up to be upright Muslims, establishing their prayers, and remaining steadfast in their faith. Make sure your own actions reflect the prayers you make for them. You can also include other relevant duas for children's piety and good character in your supplications.
Virtues & Benefits
This verse embodies a profound prayer for establishing prayer within oneself and one's lineage. By reciting it, we align ourselves with the supplication of a beloved Prophet (peace be upon him), seeking Allah's acceptance for our children's spiritual journey. It's a comprehensive plea for their adherence to worship and for Allah to accept our heartfelt prayers for them. This connects our own spiritual practice to the future generations, a beautiful cycle of seeking Allah's blessings.