رَبِّ ٱغْفِرْ لِى وَلِوَـٰلِدَىَّ وَلِمَن دَخَلَ بَيْتِىَ مُؤْمِنًۭا وَلِلْمُؤْمِنِينَ وَٱلْمُؤْمِنَـٰتِ وَلَا تَزِدِ ٱلظَّـٰلِمِينَ إِلَّآ تَبَارًۭا
My Lord, forgive me and my parents and whoever enters my house as a believer and all believing men and women. And do not increase the wrongdoers except in destruction.
Rabbighfir li wa liwalidayya wa liman dakhala baytiya mu'minan wa lilmu'minina walmu'minati wa la tazidith-thathalimeena illa tabara
When to Read
This comprehensive dua, taught by Allah (Glorified and Exalted is He) to the Prophet Nuh (peace be upon him), is perfect for reciting any time. It's especially poignant when you are reflecting on the immense debt you owe your parents and wishing for their utmost well-being in this life and the next. You can make it a regular part of your post-prayer supplications (duas) or whenever you feel a strong connection to Allah.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a humble heart, directing your supplication solely to Allah. Imagine your parents standing before you, and then extend that plea to all believing men and women. Raise your hands as you would for any personal dua, focusing on the meaning and seeking Allah's boundless mercy. Let the words flow from a place of love and deep respect for your parents and all of humanity.
Virtues & Benefits
This ayah is a profound example of a believer's earnest supplication. By including 'my parents' (wa liwalidayya), Prophet Nuh (peace be upon him) teaches us the immense importance of seeking forgiveness for our parents. It highlights that our love and responsibility towards them don't end with their passing; we continue to support them through our prayers. It also shows the vast scope of a believer's concern – encompassing their home, and all believing men and women. This dua is a testament to the interconnectedness of the Ummah and the enduring power of sincere supplication.