ุฑูุจูู ุงุบูููุฑู ููู ููููููุงููุฏูููู ููุงุฑูุญูู ูููู ูุง ููู ูุง ุฑูุจููููุงููู ุตูุบููุฑูุง
My Lord, forgive me and my parents, and have mercy upon them just as they nurtured me when I was small.
Rabbighfirli waliwalidayya warhamhuma kama rabbayani sagheera
When to Read
This beautiful supplication is a cornerstone of showing gratitude and care for our parents. You can and should recite it regularly, especially after prayers. It's particularly poignant when you know your parents are facing difficulties, stress, or simply when you want to send them a wave of peace and divine mercy, even if they are no longer with us.
How to Read
Recite this ayah sincerely from your heart. Imagine your parents' faces as you say it, reflecting on their sacrifices. Raise your hands if you feel moved to do so, as this is a general etiquette for sincere dua. Ensure your intention is purely for their well-being and Allah's pleasure.
Virtues & Benefits
This ayah encapsulates a profound duty towards parents. It ensures their forgiveness and mercy from Allah, mirroring the mercy and care they showed us throughout our lives. It's a continuous act of kindness that benefits them even after their passing, and it reflects well on the child, showing obedience and gratitude to Allah by honoring parents. The Quran itself commands this dua, highlighting its immense importance in maintaining family bonds and seeking Allah's blessings upon them.