ุฑูุจููููุง ุธูููู ูููุง ุฃูููููุณูููุง ููุฅููู ููู ู ุชูุบูููุฑู ููููุง ููุชูุฑูุญูู ูููุง ูููููููููููู ู ููู ุงููุฎูุงุณูุฑูููู
Our Lord, we have wronged ourselves, and if You do not forgive us and have mercy upon us, we will surely be among the losers.
Rabbana dhalamna anfusana wa in lam taghfir lana wa tarhamna lanakoonanna minal-khasireen
When to Read
This powerful supplication is incredibly fitting throughout Hajj and Umrah. Imagine yourself standing before the Ka'bah, or amidst the crowds at Arafat, or even on the plains of Muzdalifah. These are moments of intense spiritual reflection. It's the perfect time to acknowledge our shortcomings and seek Allah's ultimate forgiveness and mercy, especially when undertaking such a significant spiritual journey.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a truly repentant heart. Raise your hands if you are in a suitable place, as is the practice during supplication. Reflect on the meaning of 'wronged ourselves' โ acknowledging our sins and mistakes. Understand that this plea is a recognition of our complete dependence on Allah's grace. Itโs not just a set of words, but an expression of deep humility and hope.
Virtues & Benefits
This verse from Surah Al-A'raf beautifully encapsulates the essence of repentance. By acknowledging our sins ('dhalamna anfusana' - we have wronged ourselves), we open the door to Allah's forgiveness and mercy. During Hajj and Umrah, the spiritual atmosphere amplifies the significance of such supplications. Seeking forgiveness is paramount, as these blessed journeys are opportunities for immense spiritual cleansing. The Quran itself teaches us this very dua, showing its profound importance. As Allah says, "Then they will be forgiven." (Quran 7:39)