رَبَّنَا وَأَدْخِلْهُمْ جَنَّاتِ عَدْنٍ الَّتِي وَعَدتَّهُمْ وَمَن صَلَحَ مِنْ آبَائِهِمْ وَأَزْوَاجِهِمْ وَذُرِّيَّاتِهِمْ ۚ إِنَّكَ أَنتَ الْعَزِيزُ الْحَكِيمُ
Our Lord, and admit them to gardens of perpetual residence which You have promised them and whoever was righteous among their fathers, their spouses and their offspring. Indeed, it is You who is the Exalted in Might, the Wise.
Rabbana wa adkhilhum Jannati 'Adnin allatee wa'attahum wa man salaha min aabaa'ihim wa azwaajihim wa dhurriyyaatihim. Innaka antal-'Azeezul-Hakeem.
When to Read
This dua is deeply personal and can be recited at any time, but it is particularly poignant when remembering departed loved ones. You can say it during the quiet moments of the night, after prayer, or whenever your heart yearns for them and for the ultimate reunion in Jannah.
How to Read
Recite this ayah with sincerity and a sincere hope that Allah (SWT) will gather you with your righteous family members in Paradise. Focus on the meaning of the words: asking Allah to grant entry to the eternal gardens He promised, not just for yourself but for your believing parents, spouses, and children who were righteous. It's a beautiful supplication that reflects our longing for family connection in the ultimate abode.
Virtues & Benefits
This verse beautifully encapsulates the desire for family unity in the afterlife. It shows us that our righteous deeds and our prayers for others can extend beyond this world, hoping for a collective entry into Jannah. It reminds us that a key aspect of Paradise is being reunited with those we love and who were also devoted to Allah. The promise in this ayah is a profound source of comfort and motivation to live righteously and to pray for our families' well-being in this life and the next.