ุฑูุจูู ุงุฑูุญูู ูููู ูุง ููู ูุง ุฑูุจููููุงููู ุตูุบููุฑูุง
My Lord, have mercy upon them as they brought me up when I was young.
Rabbir-hamhuma kama rabbayani saghira
When to Read
This beautiful dua is directly from the Quran and can be recited at any time. It's especially poignant when you visit your parents, speak to them, or even when you're simply thinking of them. Reciting it during your daily prayers (Salah) or during supplication (du'a) after Salah is also a wonderful way to remember them. It's a constant, heartfelt request to Allah for their well-being, particularly fitting when you observe their increasing age, frailty, or dependence.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a deep sense of gratitude for your parents. Focus on the meaning: acknowledging Allah's mercy and reciprocating the care your parents showed you in your youth. Imagine Allah responding to your plea. It's best recited with full focus, turning to Allah with humility and love for your parents in your heart. You can raise your hands in supplication while reciting it, a common etiquette for asking Allah.
Virtues & Benefits
This ayah is a direct command from Allah (SWT) to honor and show mercy to parents, especially in their old age. The profound benefit is that by asking Allah to grant them the same mercy they showed you, you are fulfilling a vital obligation. It serves as a reminder that a child's supplication for their parents is a powerful and beloved act in the sight of Allah. This dua ensures that their sacrifices and efforts in raising you are acknowledged and rewarded, both in this life and the hereafter. It fosters a continuous connection of love and care, extending beyond their lifetime.