اللَّهُمَّ رَبَّنَا أَنزِل عَلَيْنَا مَائِدَةً مِّنَ السَّمَاءِ تَكُونُ لَنَا عِيدًا لِّأَوَّلِنَا وَآخِرِنَا وَآيَةً مِّنكَ ۖ وَارْزُقْنَا وَأَنتَ خَيْرُ الرَّازِقِينَ
O Allah, our Lord, send down to us a table [spread with food] from the heaven which will be for us a festival for the first of us and the last of us and a sign from You, and provide for us, for You are the best of providers.
Allahumma Rabbana anzil 'alayna ma'idatan minas-sama'i takunu lana 'idan li'awwalina wa akhirina wa ayatan minka, warzuqna wa anta khairur-raziqin
When to Read
This dua is particularly poignant during Tahajjud, the night prayer. As you stand in the quiet stillness of the night, seeking Allah's closeness, reflect on the immensity of His creation. This verse, a supplication by Prophet 'Isa ('alayhis-salam) and his disciples, beautifully captures the desire for tangible signs of Allah's power and provision, which can deepen one's awe during solitary worship.
How to Read
Recite this verse with deep contemplation during your Tahajjud prayer. Focus on the request for a 'sign from You' (wa ayatan minka), seeing the act of reciting it as part of your intention to understand Allah's signs. Imagine the bounty and mercy of Allah as you make this dua, connecting your spiritual hunger with your physical needs, all under the umbrella of Allah's perfect providence.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this verse, especially with the intention of understanding Allah's signs, enhances spiritual awareness and appreciation for divine blessings. It reminds us that seeking signs of Allah's power and mercy is a noble pursuit, particularly during the blessed hours of the night. The request for sustenance, 'and provide for us, for You are the best of providers,' reinforces Tawakkul (reliance on Allah) and the belief in His infinite capacity to give.