When Adam (AS) and Hawwa (AS) disobeyed Allah by eating from the forbidden tree, they immediately repented with this heartfelt dua, showing humility, remorse, and recognition of Allah’s mercy.

رَبَّنَا ظَلَمْنَا أَنفُسَنَا وَإِن لَّمْ تَغْفِرْ لَنَا وَتَرْحَمْنَا لَنَكُونَنَّ مِنَ الْخَاسِرِينَ

Rabbanā Žalamnā 'Anfusanā Wa 'In Lam Taghfir Lanā Wa Tarĥamnā

Lanakūnanna Mina l-Khāsirīn

“Our Lord, we have wronged ourselves, and if You do not forgive us and have mercy upon us, we will surely be among the losers.”
(Surah Al-A’raf 7:23)

When the opposition of his people became overwhelming, Nuh (AS) turned to Allah, admitting his weakness and asking for divine help. This dua reflects total reliance on Allah’s power when human means were exhausted.

رَبَّهُ أَنِّي مَغْلُوبٌ فَانْتَصِرْ

Rabbahu 'Annī Maghlūbun Fāntaşir

“My Lord, Indeed, I am overpowered, so help.”

(Surah Qamar Ayat 10)

After asking Allah about saving his son from the flood, Allah reminded Nuh (AS) that his son was not among the righteous. Nuh (AS) immediately sought forgiveness, showing submission and repentance.

رَبِّ اِنِّىۡۤ اَعُوۡذُ بِكَ اَنۡ اَسۡـئَلَكَ مَا لَـيۡسَ لِىۡ بِهٖ عِلۡمٌ​ؕ وَاِلَّا تَغۡفِرۡ لِىۡ وَتَرۡحَمۡنِىۡۤ اَكُنۡ مِّنَ الۡخٰسِرِيۡنَ

Rabbi 'Innī 'A`ūdhu Bika 'An 'As'alaka Mā Laysa Lī Bihi `Ilmun Wa 'Illā

Taghfir Lī Wa Tarĥamnī 'Akun Mina l-Khāsirīn

“O my Lord! I seek refuge with You from asking You that of which I have no knowledge. And unless You forgive me and have mercy on me, I would indeed be one of the losers.”

(Surah Hud Ayat 47)

After the flood, when the ark settled and the waters began to recede, Prophet Nuh (AS) made this dua, asking Allah for a safe and blessed place to disembark. It reflects gratitude, humility, and reliance on Allah after deliverance from a great trial.

رَّبِّ أَنزِلۡنِي مُنزَلٗا مُّبَارَكٗا وَأَنتَ خَيۡرُ ٱلۡمُنزِلِينَ

Rabbi anzilnee munzalam mubaarakanw wa Anta khairul munzileen

“My Lord, let me land at a blessed landing place, and You are the best to accommodate [us].”

(Surah Al-Mu’minun Ayat 29)

After tirelessly calling his people to Allah for centuries, Prophet Nuh (AS) faced persistent rejection, ridicule, and denial from his community. In this moment of despair, he turned to Allah alone for support and vindication, showing that true help comes only from the Creator when human efforts are exhausted.

رَبِّ انْصُرْنِي بِمَا كَذَّبُونِ

Rabbin surnee bimaa kazzaboon

“My Lord, support me because they have denied me.”

(Surah Al-Mu’minun Ayat 26)

After warning his people and being rejected, Nuh (AS) turned to Allah, asking for forgiveness for himself and the believers, showing the importance of including others in one’s prayers.

رَّبِّ ٱغۡفِرۡ لِي وَلِوَٰلِدَيَّ وَلِمَن دَخَلَ بَيۡتِيَ مُؤۡمِنٗا وَلِلۡمُؤۡمِنِينَ وَٱلۡمُؤۡمِنَٰتِۖ وَلَا تَزِدِ ٱلظَّـٰلِمِينَ إِلَّا تَبَارَۢا

Rabbi Aghfir Lī Wa Liwālidayya Wa Liman Dakhala Baytiya Mu'umināan Wa Lilmu'uminīna Wa l-Mu'umināti Wa Lā Tazidi ž-Žālimīna 'Illā Tabārā

“My Lord, forgive me and my parents and whoever enters my house a believer and the believing men and believing women. And do not increase the wrongdoers except in destruction.”

(Surah Nuh Ayat 28)

Prophet Ibrahim (AS) sought Allah’s mercy for himself, his parents, and all believers, teaching that one’s concern in dua should extend beyond personal needs to the wider community or Ummah of believers.

رَبَّنَا اغْفِرْ لِي وَلِوَالِدَيَّ وَلِلْمُؤْمِنِينَ يَوْمَ يَقُومُ الْحِسَابُ

Rabbanagh fir lee wa liwaalidaiya wa lilmu'mineena Yawma yaqoomul hisaab

“Our Lord, forgive me and my parents and the believers the Day the account is established.”

(Surah Ibrahim Ayat 41)

Concerned for the sustenance of his family and community in the barren valley of Makkah, Ibrahim (AS) made dua and sought both worldly protection and provision for its land and people. A powerful dua that Allah answered as today Makkah has peace, stability and prosperity, especially when compared to its barren days during the times of Prophet Ibrahim (AS).

رَبِّ اجْعَلْ هَٰذَا بَلَدًا آمِنًا وَارْزُقْ أَهْلَهُ مِنَ الثَّمَرَاتِ مَنْ آمَنَ مِنْهُمْ بِاللَّهِ وَالْيَوْمِ الْآخِرِ

Rabbij 'al haadhaa baladan aaminanw warzuq ahlahoo minath thamaraati man aamana minhum billaahi wal yawmil aakhiri

“My Lord, make this a secure city and provide its people with fruits – whoever of them believes in Allah and the Last Day.”

(Surah Baqarah Ayat 126)

When Prophet Ibrahim (AS) returned to Makkah and found it an established, prosperous city, he prayed for its security and, more importantly, for protection from idol worship for himself and his children. His dua reflects foresight: recognizing that prosperity often leads people to arrogance, forgetfulness of Allah, and deviation from faith.

رَبِّ اجْعَلْ هَٰذَا الْبَلَدَ آمِنًا وَاجْنُبْنِي وَبَنِيَّ أَنْ نَعْبُدَ الْأَصْنَامَ

Rabbij ‘al haazal balada aaminanw wajnubnee wa baniyya an na’budal asnaam

“My Lord, make this city [Makkah] secure and keep me and my sons away from worshipping idols.”

(Surah Ibrahim Ayat 35)

This supplication of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) shows his concern for both his life and legacy. He asked Allah for wisdom and knowledge, to be counted among the righteous, to be remembered with honor by future generations, and ultimately to be granted Paradise. The request to be joined with the righteous can also be understood as a desire for righteous company in this world—friends, companions, and a community that strengthens one’s faith—since good company is a safeguard against misguidance. This dua reflects Ibrahim’s foresight in seeking both personal piety and lasting impact that inspires others to righteousness long after his time.

رَبِّ هَبْ لِي حُكْمًا وَأَلْحِقْنِى بِٱلصَّـٰلِحِينَ

وَاجْعَل لِّي لِسَانَ صِدْقٍ فِي الْآخِرِين

وَاجْعَلْنِي مِن وَرَثَةِ جَنَّةِ النَّعِيمِ

Rabbi hab lee hukman wa-alhiqnee bis–saaliheen. Waj’al lee lisaana sidqin fil-aakhireen.Waj’alnee min warathati jannatin-na’eem

“My Lord! Grant me wisdom and join me with the righteous. And grant me an honorable mention among the later generations. And make me one of the inheritors of the Garden of Delight.”

(Surah Ash-Shu’ara 26:83–85)

In this heartfelt prayer, Prophet Ibrahim (AS) asked Allah for three profound blessings: to remain steadfast in establishing salah, that his offspring also uphold salah, and that his duas be accepted. This teaches us the importance of safeguarding our connection with Allah through prayer, making dua not only for ourselves but also for our children—even before they are born—and recognizing that dua itself is an act of worship. Just as we seek our salah to be accepted, we also ask Allah to accept our supplications, knowing that the act of turning to Him is itself a form of devotion.

*Even if you don’t yet have children, you can still make this dua for your future descendants.

رَبِّ ٱجۡعَلۡنِي مُقِيمَ ٱلصَّلَوٰةِ وَمِن ذُرِّيَّتِيۚ رَبَّنَا وَتَقَبَّلۡ دُعَآءِ

Rabbi Aj`alnī Muqīma ş-Şalāati Wa Min Dhurrīyatī Rabbanā Wa Taqabbal Du`ā'i

“My Lord! Make me an establisher (of) the prayer and from my offsprings Our Lord! and accept my prayer”

(Surah Ibrahim Ayat 40)

Prophet Ibrahim (AS) made this dua when he had no children and was advanced in age. Despite the odds, he turned to Allah with hope and faith — not asking for just any child, but one who would be righteous and devoted to Allah. Allah answered by blessing him with Isma’il (AS), who would continue the legacy of tawheed.

رَبِّ هَبْ لِي مِنَ ٱلصَّـٰلِحِينَ

Rabbi hab lee minaṣ-ṣāliḥīn

“My Lord, grant me [a child] from among the righteous.”

(Surah As-Saffat 37:100)

This was said by Prophet Ibrahim (AS) when he was thrown into the fire by his people. Despite the extreme danger, he placed complete trust in Allah’s power and protection. This dua reflects absolute tawakkul (trust in Allah) in the face of hardship. This dua was also made by the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) to his companions to seek comfort in times of fear.

حَسْبُنَا ٱللَّهُ وَنِعْمَ ٱلْوَكِيلُ

Hasbunallāhu wa ni‘ma al-wakīl

“Sufficient for us is Allah, and [He is] the best Disposer of affairs.”

(Surah Al-Imran 3:173)

This verse highlights Prophet Ibrahim (AS) and his followers as exemplars of unwavering faith in the midst of a society immersed in idolatry. Their declaration of disassociation from false worship is paired with a heartfelt du’a affirming three core principles: complete reliance on Allah, sincere repentance, and acknowledgment that all creation ultimately returns to Him. These words embody the essence of submission, showing that true faith is rooted in trust, accountability, and hope in Allah—especially during times of trial.

رَّبَّنَا عَلَیْكَ تَوَكَّلْنَا وَإِلَیْكَ أَنَبْنَا وَإِلَیْكَ الْمَصِیرُ

Rabbanaa ‘alaika tawakkalnaa wa ilaika anabnaa wa ilaikal maseer

“Our Lord, upon You we have relied, and to You we have returned, and to You is the destination.”

(Surah Mumtahanah Ayat 4)

This verse continues the du’as of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) and his companions as they separated from a disbelieving society—not out of hatred, but out of obedience to Allah and a commitment to safeguard their faith in a hostile environment.

رَبَّنَا لَا تَجْعَلْنَا فِتْنَةً لِّلَّذِینَ كَفَرُوا وَاغْفِرْ لَنَا رَبَّنَآ إِنَّكَ أَنتَ الْعَزِیزُ الْحَكِیمُ

Rabbanā Lā Taj`alnā Fitnatan Lilladhīna Kafarū Wa Aghfir Lanā Rabbanā 'Innaka 'Anta l-Azīzu l-Ĥakīm

“Our Lord, make us not [objects of] torment for the disbelievers and forgive us, our Lord. Indeed, it is You who is the Exalted in Might, the Wise.”

(Surah Mumtahanah Ayat 5)

This du’a was made by Prophet Ibrahim (AS) and his son Prophet Isma’il (AS) while raising the Ka'bah’s foundations by Allah’s command. Even in this moment of immense spiritual significance, they remained humble and prayerful.

رَبَّنَا تَقَبَّلْ مِنَّآ إِنَّكَ أَنْتَ السَّمِیعُ العَلِیمُ

Rabbana taqabbal minnaa innaka Antas Samee’ul ’Aleem

“Our Lord, accept [this] from us. Indeed You are the Hearing, the Knowing.”

(Surah Baqarah Ayat 127)

This du’a follows immediately after Prophet Ibrahim (AS) and Prophet Isma’il (AS) began constructing the Ka'bah. While performing this sacred task, they turned to Allah not only for acceptance but for continued guidance and spiritual legacy.

رَبَّنَا وَاجْعَلْنَا مُسْلِمَیْنِ لَكَ وَمِن ذُرِّیَّتِنَآ أُمَّةً مُّسْلِمَةً لَّكَ وَأَرِنَا مَنَاسِكَنَا

وَتُبْ عَلَیْنَآ إِنَّكَ أَنتَ التَّوَّابُ الرَّحِیمُ

Rabbana waj’alnaa muslimaini laka wa min zurriyyatinaaa ummatam muslimatal laka wa arinaa manaasikanaa wa tub ‘alainaa innaka antat Tawwaabur Raheem

“Our Lord, and make us Muslims [in submission] to You and from our descendants a Muslim nation [in submission] to You. And show us our rites [of worship] and accept our repentance. Indeed, You are the Accepting of Repentance, the Merciful.”

(Surah Baqarah Ayat 128)

This du’a is made by Prophet Lut (AS) as he faces extreme rejection, mockery, and moral corruption from the people of his town.

رَبِّ انْصُرْنِي عَلَى الْقَوْمِ الْمُفْسِدِينَ

Rabbi Anşurnī `Alá l-Qawmi l-Mufsidīn

“My Lord, support me against the corrupting people.”

(Surah Ankabut Ayat 30)

This du’a is made by Prophet Lut (AS) during a moment of heightened desperation and danger. He had been warning his people against their persistent immoral acts and rebellion against Allah, but they continued to reject his message and even threatened to expel him. This du’a highlights a prophet’s concern for his household and his awareness of the imminent divine justice.

رَبِّ نَجِّنِي وَأَهۡلِي مِمَّا يَعۡمَلُونَ

Rabbi najjjinee wa ahlee mimmaa ya’maloon

“My Lord, save me and my family from [the consequence of] what they do.”

(Surah Ash-Shu’ara Ayat 169)

This du’a is spoken by Prophet Yaqub (AS) after enduring years of grief over the loss of his beloved son, Yusuf (AS). Despite the passage of time and deep sorrow, he maintains faith in Allah, choosing to express his pain only to Him. In the end, Allah answered the dua and exceeded Prophet Yaqub’s expectations.

إِنَّمَا أَشْكُو بَثِّي وَحُزْنِي إِلَى اللَّهِ

'Innamā 'Ashkū Baththī Wa Ĥuznī 'Ilá llāhi

“I only complain of my suffering and my grief to Allah.”

(Surah Yusuf Ayat 86)

This du’a is made by Prophet Yusuf (AS) at the height of his success and authority in Egypt. After enduring years of hardship—being betrayed by his brothers, sold into slavery, wrongfully imprisoned—he was finally reunited with his family and recognized for his wisdom and leadership. Yet, instead of basking in worldly success, he turns to Allah with humility:

فَاطِرَ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضِ أَنْتَ وَلِيِّي فِي الدُّنْيَا وَالْآخِرَةِ ۖ تَوَفَّنِي مُسْلِمًا وَأَلْحِقْنِي بِالصَّالِحِينَ

Fāţira s-Samāwāti Wa l-'Arđi 'Anta Wa Līyi Fī d-Dunyā Wa l-'Ākhirati Tawaffanī Muslimāan Wa 'Alĥiqnī Biş-Şāliĥīna

“You are my protector in this world and in the Hereafter. Cause me to die a Muslim and join me with the righteous.”

(Surah Yusuf Ayat 101)

This du’a is made by Prophet Yusuf (AS) when he is being relentlessly tempted by the wife of the Egyptian minister (and other women) who tried to seduce him. Despite his physical beauty and isolation, he chooses to uphold his chastity and obedience to Allah over giving in to sin.

رَبِّ ٱلسِّجۡنُ أَحَبُّ إِلَيَّ مِمَّا يَدۡعُونَنِيٓ إِلَيۡهِۖ وَإِلَّا تَصۡرِفۡ عَنِّي كَيۡدَهُنَّ أَصۡبُ إِلَيۡهِنَّ وَأَكُن مِّنَ ٱلۡجَٰهِلِينَ

rabbis sijnu ahabbu ilaiya mimma yad’oo naneee ‘ilaihi wa illaa tasrif ‘annee kaidahunna asbu ilaihinna wa akum minal jaahileen

“My Lord, prison is more to my liking than that to which they invite me. And if You do not avert from me their plan, I might incline toward them and [thus] be of the ignorant.”

(Surah Yusuf Ayat 33)

This heartfelt dua was made by Prophet Ayyub (AS) after experiencing long years of intense suffering. He lost his wealth, health, and children, yet he remained patient and unwavering in his faith.

أَنِّي مَسَّنِيَ الضُّرُّ وَأَنْتَ أَرْحَمُ الرَّاحِمِينَ

[Rabbi] Annee massaniyad durru wa Anta arhamur raahimeen

“[My Lord,] Indeed, adversity has touched me, and You are the Most Merciful of the merciful.”

(Surah Anbiya Ayat 83)

This du’a is made by Prophet Shuaib (AS) during his mission to the people of Madyan, who were corrupt in trade and denied his message. After reasoning with them extensively, the people threatened to expel him and his followers unless they returned to their old ways. This du’a is a powerful reminder for believers to seek justice through Allah, especially when faced with oppression, falsehood, or moral pressure from society.

رَبَّنَا افْتَحْ بَيْنَنَا وَبَيْنَ قَوْمِنَا بِالْحَقِّ وَأَنتَ خَيْرُ الْفَاتِحِينَ

Rabbana iftah baynana wabayna qawmina bilhaqqiwaanta khayru alfatiheen

“Our Lord, decide between us and our people in truth, and You are the best of those who give decision.”

(Surah Al-A’raf Ayat 89)

This statement comes from Prophet Shuaib (AS) as he addresses his people, the people of Madyan, who were known for dishonest business practices and arrogance. After calling them to righteousness and fair dealings, he was mocked and rejected.

Prophet Shuaib’s (AS) dua teaches believers to root their intentions, actions, and outcomes in tawakkul (trust in Allah), especially when facing resistance while standing for truth.

وَمَا تَوْفِيقِي إِلَّا بِاللَّهِ ۚ عَلَيْهِ تَوَكَّلْتُ وَإِلَيْهِ أُنِيبُ

Wa Mā Tawfīqī 'Illā Billāhi `Alayhi Tawakkaltu Wa 'Ilayhi 'Unīb

“And my success is not but through Allah. Upon him I have relied, and to Him I return.”

(Surah Hud Ayat 88)

These verses capture the du’a of Prophet Musa (AS) when he was commanded by Allah to confront Pharaoh, one of the most powerful and oppressive rulers of his time. Musa (AS) expressed humility and concern over the magnitude of the mission, especially given his speech difficulty.

رَبِّ اشْرَحْ لِي صَدْرِي وَيَسِّرْ لِي أَمْرِي وَاحْلُلْ عُقْدَةً مِنْ لِسَانِي يَفْقَهُوا قَوْلِي

Rabbish rah lee sadree Wa yassir leee amree Wahlul ‘uqdatan milli saanee Yafqahoo qawlee

“My Lord, expand for me my breast [with assurance] And ease for me my task And untie the knot from my tongue That they may understand my speech.”

(Surah Ta-Ha Ayat 25-28)

This du’a was made by Prophet Musa (AS) after he inadvertently struck an Egyptian man while trying to stop a fight between him and an Israelite. The man died as a result, and Musa (AS) recognized that he had made a grave mistake. Fearing the consequences of his actions, he immediately turned to Allah in repentance.

رَبِّ إِنِّي ظَلَمْتُ نَفْسِي فَاغْفِرْ لِي

Rabbi innee zalamtu nafsee faghfir lee

“My Lord, indeed I have wronged myself, so forgive me.”

(Surah Al-Qasas Ayat 16)

This du’a was made by Prophet Musa (AS) after he fled from Egypt to escape the wrath of Pharaoh’s soldiers. Having accidentally killed an Egyptian man while trying to stop a fight, Musa (AS) feared retribution and decided to leave the city. As he traveled, he sought refuge in a new land, and this du’a was a plea for protection from the unjust and oppressive people.

رَبِّ نَجِّنِي مِنَ ٱلۡقَوۡمِ ٱلظَّـٰلِمِينَ

Rabbi najjinee minal qawmiz zaalimeen

“My Lord, save me from the wrongdoing people.”

(Surah Al-Qasas Ayat 21)

After fleeing Egypt, exhausted and alone as a fugitive on the run in Madyan, Prophet Musa (AS) saw two women struggling at a well. He helped them — expecting nothing in return. Then, whilst under a tree, he made a simple, heartfelt dua to Allah — with no demands, no specifics. Allah answered that dua and gave Prophet Musa (AS) more than he asked for: Food, a home, marriage and family, a job and eventually prophethood.

رَبِّ إِنِّي لِمَا أَنْزَلْتَ إِلَيَّ مِنْ خَيْرٍ فَقِيرٌ

Rabbi innee limaaa anzalta ilaiya min khairin faqeer

“My Lord, indeed I am, for whatever good You would send down to me, in need.”

(Surah Al-Qasas Ayat 24)

This dua was made by Prophet Musa (AS) after the Israelites worshiped the golden calf in his absence. Prophet Harun (AS)had tried to restrain the people but was overpowered and ignored. When Musa (AS) returned and witnessed the transgression, he became angry but later turned to Allah with humility and sought forgiveness—not only for himself but also for his brother, Prophet Harun (AS).

رَبِّ ٱغْفِرْ لِى وَلِأَخِى وَأَدْخِلْنَا فِى رَحْمَتِكَ ۖ وَأَنتَ أَرْحَمُ ٱلرَّٰحِمِينَ

Rabbighfirli wa li akhi wa adkhilnaa fee rahmatika wa Anta arhamur rahimeen

“My Lord, forgive me and my brother and admit us into Your mercy, for You are the most merciful of the merciful.”

(Surah Al A’raf Ayat 151)

This dua was made by the magicians of Pharaoh's court after they witnessed the truth of Prophet Musa’s (AS)message and believed in Allah. Despite Pharaoh’s threats to crucify them for abandoning their loyalty to him, they remained resolute in faith, eventually dying as faithful martyrs.

رَبَّنَآ أَفْرِغْ عَلَيْنَا صَبْرًا وَتَوَفَّنَا مُسْلِمِينَ

Rabbanā 'Afrigh `Alaynā Şabrāan Wa Tawaffanā Muslimīna

“Our Lord, pour upon us patience and let us die as Muslims [in submission to You].”

(Surah Al-A’raf Ayat 126)

This du’a was made by Prophet Musa (AS) in regards to his people, the Israelites, after they had repeatedly disobeyed Allah, even after receiving His signs and guidance. When they suffered from a series of calamities as a result of their transgressions, Musa (AS) interceded on their behalf, pleading for Allah’s forgiveness and mercy.

أَنْتَ وَلِيُّنَا فَاغْفِرْ لَنَا وَارْحَمْنَا ۖ وَأَنْتَ خَيْرُ الْغَافِرِينَ

'Anta Walīyunā Fāghfir Lanā Wa Arĥamnā Wa 'Anta Khayru l-Ghāfirīna

“You (are) our Protector so forgive us and have mercy upon us and You (are) Best (of) Forgivers”

(Surah Al-A’raf Ayat 155)

This du'a was recited by the faithful soldiers of King Talut (Saul) as they stood before the battle against Jalut (Goliath)and his forces. The army had been greatly reduced in number due to a divine test, and only the most sincere believers remained.

Soon after this dua was made, Prophet Dawud (AS) — then a young man in the army — stepped forward to challenge Jalut (Goliath) and slew him by Allah’s will. This marked his rise as a divinely favored leader and prophet.

رَبَّنَا أَفْرِغْ عَلَيْنَا صَبْرًا وَثَبِّتْ أَقْدَامَنَا وَانْصُرْنَا عَلَى الْقَوْمِ الْكَافِرِينَ

Rabbanā 'Afrigh Alaynā Şabrāan Wa Thabbit 'Aqdāmanā Wa Anşurnā Alá l-Qawmi l-Kāfirīn

“Our Lord, pour upon us patience and plant firmly our feet and give us victory over the disbelieving people.”

(Surah Al-Baqarah Ayat 250)

This heartfelt supplication is attributed to Prophet Dawud (AS), who is described in the Quran as a man of deep devotion, sincere repentance, and constant remembrance of Allah. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) taught this dua, highlighting its deep spiritual roots and linking it to Prophet Dawud’s (AS) legacy of love and closeness to Allah.

اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ حُبَّكَ، وَحُبَّ مَنْ يُحِبُّكَ، وَالعَمَلَ الَّذِي يُبَلِّغُنِي حُبَّكَ، اللَّهُمَّ اجْعَلْ حُبَّكَ أَحَبَّ إِلَيَّ مِنْ نَفْسِي وَأَهْلِي، وَمِنَ المَاءِ البَارِدِ

Allahumma inni asaluka hubbaka wa hubba may yuhibbuka wal ‘amalaladhi yuballighuni hubbak. Allahummaj’al hubbaka ahabba ilayya min nafsi wa ahli wa minal ma il barid

…“O Allah I ask You for Your love and the love of those that love You and all of those actions that would bring me closer to being loved by you.”

(Sunan Tirmidhi, Hadith: 3490)

This dua was made by Prophet Sulaiman (AS) after witnessing an extraordinary event: he understood the speech of an ant warning its colony to avoid harm from his approaching army. This incident reminded him of Allah’s immense favors—the gift of understanding animals, prophetic wisdom, and kingship.

For believers today, this dua encourages gratitude, humility in success, and a desire to use one’s blessings in ways that please Allah and bring one closer to His mercy.

رَبِّ أَوْزِعْنِي أَنْ أَشْكُرَ نِعْمَتَكَ الَّتِي أَنْعَمْتَ عَلَيَّ وَعَلَىٰ وَالِدَيَّ وَأَنْ أَعْمَلَ صَالِحًا تَرْضَاهُ وَأَدْخِلْنِي بِرَحْمَتِكَ فِي عِبَادِكَ الصَّالِحِينَ

Rabbi awzi’nee an ashkura ni’mata kal lateee an’amta ‘alaiya wa ‘alaa waalidaiya wa an a’mala saalihan tardaahu wa adkhilnee birahmatika fee ‘ibaadikas saaliheen

“My Lord, enable me to be grateful for Your favor which You have bestowed upon me and upon my parents and to do righteousness of which You approve. And admit me by Your mercy into [the ranks of] Your righteous servants.”

(Surah Naml Ayat 19)

This dua was made by Prophet Sulaiman (AS) after he was tested and repented to Allah for an earlier shortcoming. Some narrations mention he became momentarily distracted from his worship due to his love of fine horses, and he turned to Allah seeking forgiveness.

In this powerful moment, Prophet Sulaiman (AS) asked Allah not only for forgiveness, but also for a unique and unmatched kingdom, one that no one else would ever possess after him.

رَبِّ اغْفِرْ لِي وَهَبْ لِي مُلْكًا لَا يَنْبَغِي لِأَحَدٍ مِنْ بَعْدِي ۖ إِنَّكَ أَنْتَ الْوَهَّابُ

Rabbi Aghfir Lī Wa Hab Lī Mulkāan Lā Yanbaghī Li'ĥadin Min Ba`dī 'Innaka 'Anta l-Wahhāb

“My Lord, forgive me and grant me a kingdom such as will not belong to anyone after me. Indeed, You are the Bestower.”

(Surah Sad Ayat 35)

This heartfelt du’a was made by Prophet Yunus (AS) while he was in the belly of the great fish. He had left his people prematurely, frustrated by their rejection of his message, and boarded a ship. When a storm hit, he was thrown overboard and swallowed by the fish as a consequence of his action.

Inside the darkness—of the sea, the night, and the creature—Prophet Yunus sincerely repented, recognizing his mistake.

لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا أَنْتَ سُبْحَانَكَ إِنِّي كُنْتُ مِنَ الظَّالِمِينَ

Lā 'Ilāha 'Illā 'Anta Subĥānaka 'Innī Kuntu Mina ž-Žālimīn

“There is no god but You; exalted are You. Indeed, I have been the wrongdoer.”

(Surah Al-Anbiya Ayat 87)

This dua was made by Prophet Zakariya (AS) during his old age. He and his wife were childless, and he longed for a righteous heir to continue the legacy of prophethood and guide the Children of Israel. Despite his advanced age and his wife's barrenness, he turned to Allah with sincere hope and humility, recognizing that Allah alone has the power to grant life.

رَبِّ لَا تَذَرْنِي فَرْدًا وَأَنْتَ خَيْرُ الْوَارِثِينَ

Rabbi Lā Tadharnī Fardāan Wa 'Anta Khayru l-Wārithīn

“My Lord, do not leave me alone [with no heir], while you are the best of inheritors.”

(Surah Anbiya Ayat 89)

This heartfelt prayer was made by Prophet Zakariya (AS) when he saw Maryam (AS) receiving provisions (fresh fruits) from Allah in her sanctuary without anyone bringing them. This sign deeply moved him and inspired hope in Allah’s unlimited mercy and power.

Despite his old age and his wife’s barrenness, Zakariya (AS) turned to Allah with full trust, asking not just for a child, but for a righteous and blessed offspring.

رَبِّ هَبْ لِي مِنْ لَدُنْكَ ذُرِّيَّةً طَيِّبَةً ۖ إِنَّكَ سَمِيعُ الدُّعَاءِ

Rabbi Hab Lī Min Ladunka Dhurrīyatan Ţayyibatan 'Innaka Samu d-Duā'i

“My Lord, grant me from Yourself a good offspring. Indeed, You are the Hearer of supplication.”

(Surah Imran Ayat 38)

This dua was made by Prophet Isa (AS)at the request of his disciples, who asked for a miraculous table spread with food from the heavens as a sign of reassurance and divine support.

Prophet Isa (AS) made this dua, asking Allah to send down the table as a sign, a source of celebration, and sustenance for all – both those present and those to come.

رَبَّنَا أَنْزِلْ عَلَيْنَا مَائِدَةً مِنَ السَّمَاءِ تَكُونُ لَنَا عِيدًا لِأَوَّلِنَا وَآخِرِنَا وَآيَةً مِنْكَ ۖ وَارْزُقْنَا وَأَنْتَ خَيْرُ الرَّازِقِينَ

Rabbanā 'Anzil Alaynā Mā'idatan Mina s-samā'i Takūnu Lanā Īdāan Li'wwalinā Wa 'Ākhirinā Wa 'Āyatan Minka Wa Arzuqnā Wa 'Anta Khayru r-Rāziqīn

“Our Lord send down to us a table spread from the heaven to be for us a festival for first of us and last of us and a sign from You And provide us and You (are) best (of) the providers.”

(Surah Al-Mā'idah Ayat 114)

This powerful dua was regularly recited by the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), expressing deep awareness of the human heart’s vulnerability to change. Despite being the most guided and spiritually steadfast, the Prophet still turned to Allah for stability in faith.

يَا مُقَلِّبَ الْقُلُوبِ ثَبِّتْ قَلْبِي عَلَى دِينِكَ

Yā Muqallibal-qulūbi, thabbit qalbī ‘alā dīnik

“O Turner of the hearts, keep my heart firm upon Your religion!”

(Sunan al-Tirmidhī 2140)

This dua was regularly recited by the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), especially during the Fajr (dawn) prayer, as recorded in various hadith collections. It reflects the Prophet’s prioritization of three essential elements for a meaningful life: knowledge, sustenance, and righteous action.

اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا، وَرِزْقًا طَيِّبًا، وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا

Allahumma innī as’aluka ‘ilman nāfi’an, wa rizqan ṭayyiban, wa ‘amalan mutaqabbalā

“O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provision, and deeds that will be accepted.”

(Ibn Majah - 925)

This dua was often recited by the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) as a comprehensive request for emotional, physical, financial, and social protection. It appears in authentic hadith sources, including Sahih al-Bukhari, and was a regular part of the Prophet’s supplications.

اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْهَمِّ وَالْحَزَنِ، وَالْعَجْزِ وَالْكَسَلِ، وَالْبُخْلِ وَالْجُبْنِ،

وَضَلَعِ الدَّيْنِ وَغَلَبَةِ الرِّجَالِ

Allahumma innī a’ūdhu bika minal-hammi wal-ḥazani, wal-‘ajzi, wal-kasli, wal-bukhli wal-jubni, wa Dala’id-dayni wa ghalabatir-rijāli

“O Allah, I seek refuge in You from anxiety and sorrow, from weakness and laziness, from miserliness and cowardice, from being overcome by debt and from being overpowered by men.”

(Sahih al-Bukhari 6369)

This daily dhikr (remembrance) was emphasized by the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) as a powerful spiritual habit for morning and evening supplication. It is a declaration of tawheed (the oneness of Allah) and affirms Allah’s sovereignty, power, and praise.

The dua’s reward mentioned is profound:

As great as freeing a slave from the noble lineage of Prophet Isma'il (AS), which was highly valued in that society.

The dua brings spiritual purification (removal of sins), moral uplift (added good deeds), and divine protection (from Shaytan/the Devil).

لاَ إِلَهَ إِلاَّ اللَّهُ وَحْدَهُ لاَ شَرِيكَ لَهُ، لَهُ الْمُلْكُ، وَلَهُ الْحَمْدُ، وَهُوَ عَلَى كُلِّ شَىْءٍ قَدِيرٌ‏

La ilaha illallahu wahdahu la sharika lahu lahul mulku wa lahul hamdu wa huwa ‘ala kulli shay in qadeer

“There is no god but Allah alone Who has no partner; to Him belong the dominions, to Him praise is due, and He is Omnipotent.”

(Abu Dawud 5077 | Sahih Authentic)

This du’a reflects the Prophet Muhammad’s (ﷺ) balanced outlook on faith, this life and the Akhirah (Hereafter). It is a comprehensive request for Allah’s guidance and rectification in all essential areas of human existence.

اللَّهُمَّ أَصْلِحْ لِي دِينِي الَّذِي هُوَ عِصْمَةُ أَمْرِي ، وَأَصْلِحْ لِي دُنْيَايَ الَّتِي فِيهَا مَعَاشِي ، وَأَصْلِحْ لِي آخِرَتِي الَّتِي فِيهَا مَعَادِي

وَاجْعَلِ الْحَيَاةَ زِيَادَةً لِي فِي كُلِّ خَيْرٍ وَاجْعَلِ الْمَوْتَ رَاحَةً لِي مِنْ كُلِّ شَرٍّ

Allahumma aṣliḥ lī dīn al-ladhi huwa ‘iṣmatu amrī, wa aSliḥ lī dunya-ya al-lati fīhā ma’āshī, wa aSlih lī ākhirati al-lati fīhā ma’ādī,

wa-j’alil ḥayāta ziyādatan lī fī kuli khayr, wa-j’alil mawta rāḥatan lī min kuli sharr

“O Allah, set right for me my religion which is the safeguard of my affairs. And set right for me the affairs of my world wherein is my living. And set right for me my Hereafter to which is my return. And make the life for me (a source) of abundance for every good and make my death a source of comfort for me protecting me against every evil.”

[Sahih Muslim Book 17, Hadith 1472]