ุฑูุจูู ุงุฑูุญูู ูููู ูุง ููู ูุง ุฑูุจููููุงููู ุตูุบููุฑูุง
My Lord, have mercy upon them as they brought me up when I was young.
Rabbi irhamhuma kama rabbayani saghira
When to Read
This is a fundamental dua that should be recited regularly for your parents, especially when you notice them experiencing the natural decline of age or when you wish for them to feel renewed energy and strength. It's particularly poignant to remember this supplication during times of worry about their well-being, or simply as a consistent act of gratitude and love.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely with full conviction in your heart, directing your supplication to Allah (SWT). It is best recited after any obligatory prayer, or at any time you make dua for your parents. Focus on the meaning, visualizing Allah's mercy enveloping your parents and restoring them with vitality. Raising your hands during dua is a Sunnah, though not strictly required for this specific verse.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is explicitly mentioned in the Quran as a command and a sign of gratitude for the sacrifices parents make. Reciting it ensures Allah's mercy is shown to them, mirroring the mercy and care they showed you in your childhood. It is a beautiful way to repay their kindness and seek their continued well-being, not just in spiritual matters but also in physical vitality and comfort.