اللَّهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لِفُلانِ بْنِ فُلانٍ ، وَارْفَعْ دَرَجَتَهُ في المَهْدِيِّينَ ، وَاخْلُفْهُ في عَقِبِهِ في الغابِرِينَ ، وَاغْفِرْ لَنا وَلَهُ يا رَبَّ العالَمِينَ ، وَافْسَحْ لَهُ في قَبْرِهِ وَنَوِّرْ لَهُ فيهِ
O Allah, forgive [Name of the deceased] son of [Father's Name], elevate his ranks among those who are guided, and be his successor among those who remain. Forgive us and him, O Lord of the worlds. Make his grave spacious and illuminate it for him.
Allahumma-ghfir li [Nama al-Mayyit] bin [Nama al-Ab], wa-rfa' darajatahu fil-mahdiyyin, wa-khlifhu fi 'aqibihi fil-ghabirin. Wa-ghfir lana wa lahu ya Rabb al-'alamin. Wafsah lahu fi qabrihi wa nawwir lahu fih.
When to Read
This dua can be recited at any time, especially after the death of a Muslim, during funeral prayers (Salat al-Janazah), or at any point when remembering the deceased. It's particularly poignant when thinking about someone who might have faced challenges with worldly temptations, as it focuses on seeking Allah's comprehensive mercy and forgiveness for them.
How to Read
When reciting this dua, it is recommended to say it with sincere intention and heartfelt supplication. Replace '[Nama al-Mayyit]' with the deceased's name and '[Nama al-Ab]' with the father's name. Focus on the meaning of the words, asking Allah to overlook the shortcomings of the deceased and grant them His vast mercy. It's a beautiful act of continued connection and support for the departed soul.
Virtues & Benefits
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us specific supplications for the deceased. Reciting this dua is a way to fulfill our obligation towards our fellow Muslims and to actively seek Allah's immense mercy for them. By asking for forgiveness, elevation of ranks, and a spacious, illuminated grave, we are channeling the power of dua to benefit the departed soul, as supplications of the living are known to reach the deceased and be a source of comfort and reward for them in the hereafter. This reflects the deep sense of brotherhood and sisterhood in Islam, extending beyond life itself.
Source & Authentication
The specific wording above is part of the supplication taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ for the deceased. While the entire hadith might focus on Salat al-Janazah, this specific phrase is a well-established supplication for the departed, found in various forms and contexts within Islamic literature related to funeral rites and remembrance.