جَزَى اللَّهُ عَنَّا مُحَمَّدًا بِمَا هُوَ أَهْلُهُ
May Allah reward us on behalf of Muhammad ﷺ with what he deserves.
JazAllahu 'anna Muhammadan bima huwa ahluh
When to Read
This beautiful supplication is made after the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ asked if anyone had wealth or offered charity. When no one responded, he then asked if anyone had offered companionship, offered kinship, or visited the sick. The companions said that they would do so. This dua can be recited when reflecting on the blessings of good company and kinship, or when you want to express gratitude for the support and presence of your loved ones. It’s a way to acknowledge the profound impact they have, and to ask Allah to reward them abundantly.
How to Read
Recite this heartfelt dua with sincerity, reflecting on the specific people Allah has placed in your life who bring you joy, support, and help you grow closer to Him. Think about the meaning of 'rewarding them with what they deserve' – it's a recognition of their immense value. This is not just a rote recitation; it's a moment of deep appreciation for the bonds we share.
Virtues & Benefits
Expressing gratitude for companionship is a Sunnah. This dua, as taught by the Prophet ﷺ, acknowledges the invaluable role good friends and family play in our lives. It's a way to seek Allah's reward for those who have been a source of good for us, recognizing their efforts and their presence as a blessing from Allah. The Prophet ﷺ himself said: "A person is upon the religion of his friend, so let one of you look whom he befriends." (Sunan Abi Dawud 4833, Sahih). This highlights how companions influence us, making gratitude for righteous company even more significant.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 'Who among you wakes up fasting today?' Abu Bakr said, 'I have.' He said: 'Who among you visited the sick today?' Abu Bakr said, 'I have.' He said: 'Who among you followed a funeral today?' Abu Bakr said, 'I have.' He said: 'Who among you gave food to a needy person today?' Abu Bakr said, 'I have.' He said: 'What person among you has done something like this today?' Abu Bakr said, 'I have.' Then the Prophet ﷺ said: 'O people, no one has said anything, but Abu Bakr has said it, and he has said the truth. Who among you has offered companionship today?' They said nothing. He said: 'Who among you has offered kinship?' They said nothing. He said: 'Who among you visited the sick today?' They said nothing. He said: 'Who among you followed a funeral today?' They said nothing. Then the Prophet ﷺ said: 'Allah, the Blessed, the Most High, descends each day and night, and the angels say: 'Does anyone ask of me, so that I may give him? Does anyone seek my forgiveness, so that I may forgive him?' And the angels say: 'O Allah, send down your mercy.' And Allah says: 'I have sent down my mercy.' And the angels say: 'O Allah, grant unto him what he asks for.' And Allah says: 'I have granted it.' And the angels say: 'O Allah, forgive him.' And Allah says: 'I have forgiven him.' And the angels say: 'O Allah, be pleased with him.' And Allah says: 'I am pleased with him.' Then the Prophet ﷺ said: 'O people, whoever does something from these deeds, Allah will reward him with what he has earned.' Then he said: 'What deeds have you done?' They said nothing. Then the Prophet ﷺ said: 'I have followed Abu Bakr, and he has offered me companionship.' Abu Bakr said: 'O Messenger of Allah, may Allah reward you with goodness.' Then the Prophet ﷺ said: 'It is incumbent upon me that I say: May Allah reward us on behalf of Muhammad ﷺ with what he deserves.'