ุฑูุจูู ุงุฑูุญูู ูููู ูุง ููู ูุง ุฑูุจููููุงููู ุตูุบููุฑูุง
My Lord, have mercy upon them as they brought me up [when I was] small.
Rabbir hamhuma kama rabbayani saghira
When to Read
This beautiful dua is found in the Quran and is a timeless supplication we can make at any time. It's particularly poignant to recite it after prayers (Salah), during the night, or whenever we think of our parents. Making it a consistent habit ensures we are constantly remembering their sacrifices and asking Allah to bless them with His mercy, a long life, and good health.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a heartfelt sense of gratitude. Imagine your parents before you, remembering all the sacrifices they made. Raise your hands as you would in supplication, and pour your heart out to Allah. The sincerity of your intention is key. You can make this dua individually or join with siblings to recite it together, amplifying the collective plea.
Virtues & Benefits
This ayah is a direct command from Allah (SWT) to be kind and merciful to parents. By reciting it, we fulfill a divine instruction, which is a source of immense reward. It acknowledges their role in our upbringing and asks Allah to reward them for it. A long life filled with good health for our parents is one of the greatest gifts we can ask for, allowing us more time to serve them and benefit from their presence. It also strengthens the bond between us and our parents, fostering a relationship built on love, respect, and divine remembrance.