رَبَّنَا وَأَدْخِلْهُمْ جَنَّاتِ عَدْنٍ الَّتِي وَعَدتَّهُمْ وَمَن صَلَحَ مِنْ آبَائِهِمْ وَأَزْوَاجِهِمْ وَذُرِّيَّاتِهِمْ ۚ إِنَّكَ أَنتَ الْعَزِيزُ الْحَكِيمُ
Our Lord, and admit them to gardens of perpetual residence which You have promised them and whoever was righteous among their fathers, their spouses and their offspring. Indeed, it is You who is the Exalted in Might, the Wise.
Rabbana wa adkhilhum Jannati 'Adnin allati wa'attahum wa man salaha min aba'ihim wa azwajihim wa dhurriyyatihim. Innaka antal-'Azizul-Hakim.
When to Read
This is a powerful supplication that can be recited at any time, particularly after prayers, during times of reflection, or when making heartfelt requests to Allah. It's especially poignant when supplicating for oneself and one's believing family members, asking for them to be united in Jannah.
How to Read
Recite with sincerity and conviction, directing your heart's desire towards Allah. Imagine your righteous family members, past and present, being granted entry into the eternal gardens. Understand that this is a plea for Allah's mercy and a testament to the blessings He bestows upon those who strive for righteousness.
Virtues & Benefits
This ayah is a comprehensive plea that encompasses several blessings: 1. **Entry into Jannah al-'Adn:** This refers to the gardens of eternal residence, the highest levels of Paradise. 2. **Union with Righteous Family:** It includes the blessed outcome of being reunited with believing parents, spouses, and descendants in Paradise, a testament to the strength of faith and the bonds of family nurtured through righteousness. 3. **Allah's Attributes:** The verse concludes by acknowledging Allah's perfect wisdom and power, recognizing that our requests are made to the One who is most capable of granting them. This dua embodies the ultimate goal of a believer: attaining Allah's pleasure and residing eternally in His magnificent Paradise, alongside the best of our family.