ุฑูุจูู ูฑุฑูุญูู ูููู ูุ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 powerful dua is a cornerstone of showing kindness to parents, even after they have passed. It's particularly meaningful to recite it during times when we feel we are facing difficulties, or when we simply want to ensure our parents are protected and blessed by Allah. Many recite it daily, making it a habit to invoke Allah's mercy for them.
How to Read
Recite this verse with sincerity and a heartfelt plea to Allah. It's a direct supplication from the Quran, so its power lies in the earnestness with which you ask. You can recite it after every prayer, or at any time you remember your parents and wish for their well-being and protection from all hardship.
Virtues & Benefits
This verse is a direct command from Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta'ala) to honor our parents and show them mercy, just as they showed us mercy and care when we were young and vulnerable. By making this dua, we fulfill a vital obligation towards our parents, ensuring Allah's pleasure and their well-deserved reward. It's a continuous act of charity (sadaqah jariyah) that benefits both you and your parents, in this life and the next. It reinforces the bond of love and gratitude, acknowledging their sacrifices and invoking Allahโs infinite mercy upon them.