ุฑููุจูู ุงุฑูุญูู ูููู ูุง ููู ูุง ุฑูุจููููุงููู ุตูุบููุฑูุง
My Lord, have mercy upon them as they brought me up [when] I was small.
Rabbi irhamhuma kama rabbayani sagheera
When to Read
This beautiful supplication is a direct command from Allah (Exalted is He) in the Quran, so it can be recited at any time, day or night. It's particularly poignant to say it after completing prayers (Salah), during moments of reflection, or whenever you think of your parents. It's a lifelong duty, a continuous stream of mercy we can send their way, whether they are alive or have passed away.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a heart full of gratitude for your parents. Focus on the meaning, remembering their sacrifices and the love they poured into raising you. Imagine Allah (Exalted is He) accepting your plea and showering them with His boundless mercy. Raising your hands slightly in supplication can be a part of the etiquette, though it is not strictly required for this specific Quranic verse.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a direct way to fulfill the obligation of kindness and respect towards parents. It ensures their continued well-being in the Hereafter, as Allah (Exalted is He) commands us to supplicate for them. The Quran mentions this dua immediately after commanding us to be good to our parents, highlighting its immense importance. It's a powerful means of seeking Allah's mercy for them, acknowledging their efforts and asking for a reciprocal mercy from the Creator.