رَبَّنَا أَتْمِمْ لَنَا نُورَنَا وَاغْفِرْ لَنَا ۖ إِنَّكَ عَلَىٰ كُلِّ شَيْءٍ قَدِيرٌ
Our Lord, perfect for us our light and forgive us. Indeed, You are over all things competent.
Rabbana atimma lana nurana waghfir lana innaka 'ala kulli shay'in qadir.
When to Read
This powerful supplication is found in the Quran, revealed by Allah SWT Himself. It's a beautiful plea for completion, forgiveness, and divine sufficiency. We can make this dua at any time, but it's especially fitting when reflecting on our spiritual journey, seeking strength to persevere in obedience, or when facing situations where we feel incomplete or in need of Allah's help.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and heartfelt conviction. Raise your hands in supplication, as the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us is a way to call upon Allah. Believe that Allah SWT has the power to grant your request and complete your 'light' – whether that light refers to guidance, faith, understanding, or righteous deeds. Speak to Allah as your Lord and Protector, acknowledging His absolute power.
Virtues & Benefits
This ayah is a direct supplication taught by Allah SWT. By reciting it, we are asking for the completion of our 'nur' (light). This light can be understood in many ways: the light of faith (iman), the light of guidance (hidayah), the light of the Quran, the light of our deeds on the Day of Judgment, or the inner light of understanding and wisdom. Asking Allah to 'perfect' it means praying for its strength, purity, and steadfastness. Furthermore, coupling this request with 'wa'ghfir lana' (and forgive us) shows humility and acknowledges our shortcomings, seeking His mercy alongside His blessings. The concluding phrase, 'Innaka 'ala kulli shay'in qadir' (Indeed, You are over all things competent), reinforces our absolute reliance on Allah's omnipotence. It's a profound statement of Tawhid (Oneness of Allah) and trust in His ability to fulfill all our needs.