ุงููููููู ูู ุฅููููู ุฃูุณูุฃููููู ุตูุจูุฑูุง ููููุจููููุง ููููุถูุงุฆููู ููู ุฃูููููุงุฏูู.
O Allah, I ask You for patience and acceptance of Your decree concerning my children.
Allahumma inni as'aluka sabran wa qaboolan li qada'ika fi awladi.
When to Read
This dua is particularly beneficial during challenging times related to one's children, such as when they face illness, difficulties in their studies or career, behavioral issues, or when their life path deviates from what a parent might have hoped for. It's also a valuable prayer to recite regularly as a general supplication for one's offspring, seeking Allah's blessings and guidance for them and for the parent's ability to navigate life's trials with them.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a pure intention, facing the Qiblah if possible. Raise your hands as you would in any other supplication. Focus on the meaning of the words, internalizing the plea for strength and submission to Allah's will. Remember that patience (sabr) is a highly rewarded virtue in Islam, and acceptance of divine decree is a pillar of faith (iman). You can make this dua at any time, but times like the last third of the night, between the Adhan and Iqamah, or after obligatory prayers are considered especially potent.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication embodies the essence of reliance on Allah (Tawakkul) and acceptance of His divine plan. By asking for patience, we seek the strength to endure hardships without despair or complaint. Asking for acceptance of Allah's decree signifies our understanding that He is the All-Knowing and All-Wise, and what He ordains is ultimately for our good, even if it is not immediately apparent. The Prophet Muhammad ๏ทบ said: 'No Muslim is afflicted with a calamity and bears it with patience, except that Allah makes it a cause for his forgiveness for whatever has passed of his sins.' (Sahih al-Bukhari 5994). Furthermore, Allah states in the Quran: 'And seek help through patience and prayer. Indeed, it is difficult except for the humbly submissive [to Allah]' (Al-Baqarah 2:45). This dua helps parents cultivate the inner fortitude to guide their children with wisdom and tranquility, trusting in Allah's perfect management of their affairs.