اللَّهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لَهُ، وَارْحَمْهُ، وَعَافِهِ، وَاعْفُ عَنْهُ، وَأَكْرِمْ نُزُلَهُ، وَوَسِّعْ مُدْخَلَهُ، وَاغْسِلْهُ بِالْمَاءِ وَالثَّلْجِ وَالْبَرَدِ، وَنَقِّهِ مِنَ الْخَطَايَا كَمَا يُنَقَّى الثَّوْبُ الأَبْيَضُ مِنَ الدَّنَسِ، وَأَبْدِلْهُ دَارًا خَيْرًا مِنْ دَارِهِ، وَأَهْلًا خَيْرًا مِنْ أَهْلِهِ، وَزَوْجًا خَيْرًا مِنْ زَوْجِهِ، وَأَدْخِلْهُ الْجَنَّةَ، وَأَعِذْهُ مِنْ عَذَابِ الْقَبْرِ، وَمِنْ عَذَابِ النَّارِ.
O Allah, forgive him, have mercy upon him, grant him well-being, and pardon him. Honor his reception, make his grave spacious, and cleanse him with water, snow, and hail. Purify him from sins as a white garment is purified from filth. Replace his home with a better home, his family with a better family, and his spouse with a better spouse. Enter him into Paradise and protect him from the punishment of the grave and the punishment of the Fire.
Allahummaghfir lahu, warhamhu, wa 'afih, wa'fu 'anhu, wa akrim nuzulahu, wa wassi' mudkhalahu, waghsilhu bil-ma'i, wath-thalji, wal-baradi, wa naqqihi minal-khataya kama yunaqqa ath-thawbul-abyadu minad-danasi, wa abdilhu daran khayran min dareehi, wa ahlan khayran min ahlihi, wa zawjan khayran min zawjihi, wadkhilhul-jannata, wa a'idhu min 'adhab al-qabri, wa min 'adhabin-nari.
When to Read
This comprehensive dua is recited when attending the funeral prayer, at the graveside, or anytime after the passing of a Muslim individual. It is particularly poignant when remembering someone who was known for their kindness and generosity, as our supplications can serve as a great comfort and source of reward for them in the afterlife.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a heartfelt plea to Allah. Focus on the meaning of each phrase, envisioning Allah's mercy encompassing the deceased. It is best recited while standing, facing the direction of the deceased (if at the grave), or facing the Qiblah if praying the funeral prayer. The intention is key: to seek Allah's forgiveness and mercy for the departed soul.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ beautiful supplication for the deceased. It asks for Allah's complete forgiveness, mercy, and protection. For a kind and generous soul, this supplication is a fitting tribute, asking Allah to reward their good deeds manifold and grant them the highest levels of Paradise. The Hadith also mentions that if three people pray for a deceased person, Allah accepts their supplication for him (Sahih Muslim 933). Our prayers can indeed be a source of immense good for them.
Source & Authentication
The Hadith narrated by Auf bin Malik Al-Ashja'i (may Allah be pleased with him) states: 'I heard the Messenger of Allah ﷺ, when offering the funeral prayer, saying: 'Allahummaghfir lahu, warhamhu, wa 'afih, wa'fu 'anhu, wa akrim nuzulahu, wa wassi' mudkhalahu, waghsilhu bil-ma'i, wath-thalji, wal-baradi, wa naqqihi minal-khataya kama yunaqqa ath-thawbul-abyadu minad-danasi, wa abdilhu daran khayran min dareehi, wa ahlan khayran min ahlihi, wa zawjan khayran min zawjihi, wadkhilhul-jannata, wa a'idhu min 'adhab al-qabri, wa min 'adhabin-nari.' (O Allah, forgive him, have mercy upon him, grant him well-being, and pardon him. Honor his reception, make his grave spacious, and cleanse him with water, snow, and hail. Purify him from sins as a white garment is purified from filth. Replace his home with a better home, his family with a better family, and his spouse with a better spouse. Enter him into Paradise and protect him from the punishment of the grave and the punishment of the Fire.)' - Sahih Muslim 963.