ุฑููุจูู ุงุฑูุญูู ูููู ูุง ููู ูุง ุฑูุจููููุงููู ุตูุบููุฑูุง
My Lord, have mercy upon them as they brought me up when I was young.
Rabbirhamhuma kama rabbayani saghira
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recommended to be recited at least twice daily, after every obligatory prayer. It's also a wonderful supplication to make any time you remember your parents, especially if they are no longer with us. It encapsulates a profound sense of gratitude and a sincere request for Allah's mercy upon them.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and heartfelt emotion, picturing your parents and remembering their sacrifices. Raise your hands in supplication as you do so, facing the Qiblah if possible. Make it a habit, integrating it into your daily remembrance of Allah and your appreciation for those who raised you.
Virtues & Benefits
This ayah directly teaches us the importance of reciprocating the kindness and effort our parents invested in our upbringing. By making this dua, we fulfill a divine command to honor and cherish them. It ensures their continued well-being in the afterlife and strengthens the bond of mercy between us and Allah. It's a powerful way to acknowledge their monumental role and seek Allah's pleasure through our gratitude towards them.