رَبِّ اجْعَلْنِي مُقِيمَ الصَّلَاةِ وَمِن ذُرِّيَّتِي ۚ رَبَّنَا وَتَقَبَّلْ دُعَاءِ رَبَّنَا اغْفِرْ لِي وَلِوَالِدَيَّ وَلِلْمُؤْمِنِينَ يَوْمَ يَقُومُ الْحِسَابُ
My Lord, make me an establisher of prayer, and [with] my descendants. Our Lord, and accept [my] supplication. Our Lord, forgive me and my parents and the believers the Day the حساب (reckoning) is established.
Rabbi j'alni muqeemus-salati wa min dhurriyyati, Rabbana wa taqabbal du'aa. Rabbanaghfir li wa liwalidayya wa lil mu'mineena yawma yaqoomul hisab.
When to Read
This dua is particularly poignant for elderly individuals experiencing family estrangement or difficult relationships. It's a supplication to be made during times of reflection, prayer, or any moment when seeking Allah's guidance and intervention in family matters. Recite it when feeling lonely, seeking peace, or praying for reconciliation and forgiveness within your family.
How to Read
Recite with sincerity and a sincere heart, understanding the profound request being made to Allah. Focus on the plea for Allah to establish prayer within oneself and one's descendants, a foundation for strong family bonds. The subsequent plea for forgiveness and acceptance on the Day of Judgment highlights the eternal significance of family ties and the need for Allah's mercy. Raise your hands if possible, as is customary when making du'a, and face the Qiblah.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua, uttered by the Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham), peace be upon him, is a powerful supplication that encompasses personal righteousness, the well-being of one's offspring, and the collective forgiveness of the Muslim community. For the elderly, it offers solace by focusing on the fundamental importance of prayer and seeking Allah's mercy for themselves and their family, even amidst worldly difficulties. It reminds us that our ultimate accountability is to Allah, and seeking His forgiveness and acceptance is paramount. The mention of establishing prayer also points to its role in maintaining spiritual connection and seeking Allah's help in all life's trials.