رَبَّنَا إِنَّنَا سَمِعْنَا مُنَادِيًا يُنَادِي لِلْإِيمَانِ أَنْ آمِنُوا بِرَبِّكُمْ فَآمَنَّا ۚ رَبَّنَا فَاغْفِرْ لَنَا ذُنُوبَنَا وَكَفِّرْ عَنَّا سَيِّئَاتِنَا وَتَوَفَّنَا مَعَ الْأَبْرَارِ
Our Lord, indeed we have heard a caller calling to faith, [saying], 'Believe in your Lord,' so we have believed. Our Lord, forgive us our sins and absolve us of our evil deeds and cause us to die with the righteous.
Rabbana innana sami'na munadiyan yunadi lil-imani an 'aaminu bi Rabbikum fa 'aamanna. Rabbana faghfir lana dhunoobana wa kaffir 'anna sayyi'aatina wa tawaffana ma'al abrar.
When to Read
This is a powerful verse from the Quran that encapsulates a profound moment of hearing the call to faith and responding to it. It's beautiful to recite when reflecting on the blessings of Islam, when feeling a strong desire to draw closer to Allah, or during times when one seeks Allah's forgiveness and guidance. Imagine hearing the adhan, or a recitation of the Quran, and letting this verse be the prayer of your heart, acknowledging the call and asking for acceptance and purification.
How to Read
Recite this verse with sincerity and deep reflection. Understand that it's a supplication made by people who heard the call to faith and embraced it. Focus on each word, particularly the plea for forgiveness and the aspiration to be counted among the righteous. It’s a personal conversation with Allah, acknowledging His call and seeking His mercy.
Virtues & Benefits
This verse highlights the immense virtue of responding to the call of faith. By reciting it, we are essentially affirming our belief and asking Allah to bless us for that response. The latter part of the verse is a beautiful plea for forgiveness of sins, covering of wrongdoings, and a noble end in the company of the righteous. It reminds us that faith is not just intellectual assent but also a path that requires continuous purification and a desire for a righteous conclusion to our lives.