ุฑูุจููููุง ุงุบูููุฑู ููู ููููููุงููุฏูููู ููููููู ูุคูู ูููููู ููููู ู ูููููู ู ุงููุญูุณูุงุจู
Our Lord, forgive me and my parents and the believers on the Day the account is established.
Rabbana-ghfir li wa li-walidayya wa lil-mu'mineena yawma yaqoomul-hisab
When to Read
This is a profound dua from the Quran that Prophet Ibrahim (peace be upon him) made, asking for forgiveness for himself, his parents, and all believers. We can make this plea regularly, especially during times of personal reflection, after acts of worship, or when making dua for the entire Ummah. It's a beautiful reminder to include everyone in our supplications and to seek Allah's mercy for us all as we face the Day of Judgment. Reciting it with sincerity can help foster a sense of unity and shared responsibility within the Ummah, reminding us that our collective well-being is intertwined.
How to Read
Recite this dua with full concentration and a sincere heart, understanding its profound meaning. Picture yourself standing before Allah on the Day of Judgment and realize the importance of seeking His forgiveness for yourself, your family, and the entire Ummah. It is often recommended to raise your hands while making dua, as was the practice of the Prophet Muhammad ๏ทบ, though it's not a strict requirement for every supplication. Ensure you are in a state of purity if possible, though sincerity of intention is paramount.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates the essence of seeking Allah's mercy for ourselves and the entire Ummah. By asking for forgiveness on behalf of the believers, we embody the spirit of brotherhood and sisterhood taught in Islam. It reflects humility, acknowledging our collective need for Allah's grace, and counteracts arrogance by recognizing that none of us will be judged solely on our deeds but on Allah's infinite mercy. Prophet Muhammad ๏ทบ said, 'Whoever asks for forgiveness for the believing men and believing women, Allah will write for him a good deed for each believing man and each believing woman.' (Reported by al-Tabarani in Al-Mu'jam al-Kabir, authenticated by Al-Albani). Making such a general dua helps us to think beyond ourselves and focus on the well-being of our global Muslim community.