Quranic Supplications 
(Duas mentioned in the holy Quran)
Supplications or Du'a hold a significant place in Islamic teachings, as emphasized in both the Quran and the Hadiths. The Quran frequently encourages believers to engage in supplication, presenting it as a means of direct communication with Allah. 
Here are just five verses from the Quran that emphasize the importance of supplication (dua):
Surah Ghafir (40:60): "And your Lord says, 'Call upon Me; I will respond to you.' Indeed, those who disdain My worship will enter Hell [rendered] contemptible."

Surah Al-Baqarah (2:186): "And when My servants ask you concerning Me, indeed I am near. I respond to the invocation of the supplicant when he calls upon Me. So let them respond to Me [by obedience] and believe in Me that they may be [rightly] guided."

Surah Al-A'raf (7:55): "Call upon your Lord in humility and privately; indeed, He does not like transgressors."

Surah Al-A'raf (7:56): "And do not corrupt the earth after its reformation and call upon Him in fear and aspiration. Indeed, the mercy of Allah is near to the doers of good."

Surah Yunus (10:10): "Their way of request therein will be, 'Subhanaka Allahumma' (Glory be to You, O Allah), and their greeting therein will be, 'Salam' (peace). And the last of their call will be, 'Al-Hamdulillahi Rabbil-'alamin' (Praise be to Allah, Lord of the worlds)."
These verses highlight that supplication is not only a means of asking for God's help but also a form of worship that brings the believer closer to God.
Similarly, the holy Prophet Muhammad and his Ahlul Bayt (peace be upon them all), have provided profound insights into the essence and importance of supplication. 
Here are just five hadiths out of hundreds from the infallible personalities to learn the significance of the transformative power of supplication:
Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family):
"For any need you have, even if it is as minor as a shoelace, extend your hands in supplication to God Almighty; for until He eases it, it will not be eased." 
(Bihar al-Anwar, Vol. 93, Page 295, Hadith 23)
Imam Ali (Peace be upon him):
"Dua is the weapon of the believer, the pillar of religion, and the light of the heavens and the earth." Al-Kafi, vol. 2, p. 467
Imam Hasan Al-Mujtaba (Peace be upon him) said:

"God Almighty does not open the door of supplication (dua) for anyone and then close the door of response upon them."(Bihar al-Anwar, Vol. 78, Page 113, Hadith 7)
Imam Hussain (Peace be upon him):
“The most helpless of people is the one who is unable to pray (make dua)”.
(Amali by al-Mufid, page 317, and Amali by al-Tusi, page 89)
Imam Musa al-Kadhim (Peace be upon him):

"The supplication most likely to be hoped for and the quickest to be answered is a person's supplication for his religious brother in his absence." 
(Al-Kafi, Volume 2, Page 507, Hadith1).
These teachings from the Quran and Ahlul Bayt collectively highlight that supplication is not merely a ritualistic act but a profound exercise of faith, reflecting a believer’s reliance on, trust in, and reverence towards Allah. It serves as a spiritual practice that nurtures patience, humility, and a deep-seated awareness of Allah’s omnipresence and mercy. Thus, Du'a is integral to the life of a Muslim, acting as both a solace and strength in navigating the challenges of the worldly life.
Supplication-1:
إهْدِنَــــا الصِّرَاطَ المُستَقِيمَ  صِرَاطَ الَّذِينَ أَنعَمتَ عَلَيهِمْ غَيرِ المَغضُوبِ عَلَيهِمْ  وَلاَ الضَّالِّينَ
“Keep us on the right path. The path of those upon whom Thou hast bestowed favors. Not (the path) of those upon whom Thy wrath is brought down, nor of those who go astray.” (Sura al-Fatiĥa, 1:6-7)
Regardless of your level of wisdom, always implore Allah to guide you onto the correct path, in any area of inquiry or endeavour you pursue. Seek Allah's assistance to align closely with the practices of the righteous and pious servants of Allah (the Holy Prophet and the Ahlul Bayt), which represent the most certain path to success in this world. Moreover, ask for protection against the deceitful tactics and hypocritical behaviours of those misled by Shaytan, which might seem beneficial temporarily but ultimately lead to ruin and destruction.
Supplication-2:
رَبَّنَا تَقَبَّلْ مِنَّا إِنَّكَ أَنتَ السَّمِيعُ الْعَلِيمُ
“…Our Lord! Accept from us; surely Thou art the Hearing, the Knowing.” 
(Sura al-Baqara, 2:127)
Prophet Ibrahim and Prophet Isma'il, during the construction of the holy Ka'bah, prayed to Allah for the successful completion of their work. Effort alone does not guarantee success, as there are numerous unknown and uncontrollable factors in the universe that can lead to disappointment unless Allah, who is omniscient and sovereign over all things and events, lends His aid. Therefore, always invoke Allah by reciting this verse following the traditions of His prophets whenever you embark on a permissible task.
Furthermore, it is advisable to recite this verse at the conclusion of any virtuous act—whether after performing any obligatory or recommended prayer, when you have completed reading the entire or a portion of the holy Qur’an in one sitting, or after participating in a majlis (a religious assembly that honours the virtues of the Holy Prophet and his Ahl ul Bayt).
This verse's recitation is also recommended for the attainment of any legitimate desires.
Supplication-3:
وَإِذَا سَأَلَكَ عِبَادِي عَنِّي فَإِنِّي قَرِيبٌ أُجِيبُ دَعْوَةَ الدَّاعِ إِذَا دَعَانِ فَلْيَسْتَجِيبُواْ لِي وَلْيُؤْمِنُواْ بِي لَعَلَّهُمْ يَرْشُدُونَ
“And when My servants ask you concerning Me, then surely I am very near; I answer the prayer of the suppliant when he calls on Me, so they should answer My call and believe in Me that they may walk in the right way.”(Sura al-Baqara, 2:186)
This verse underscores the principle that we should seek fulfillment of our needs solely from Allah, emphasizing that true satisfaction of our desires can only be achieved through His invocation. It serves as a reminder that Allah, who is more compassionate towards His servants than a mother to her children, responds to their calls for help, guiding them onto the right path. This supplication is recommended as it fosters closeness to Allah and strengthens one's faith in Him alone. Allah promises to respond to those who call upon Him, rendering the recitation of this supplication essential for all Muslims. To enhance one's sustenance and realize legitimate desires, it is advised to recite this verse 700 times after ablution and before any obligatory prayer, though this can be adjusted to 70 or 7 times for ease.
Supplication-4:
رَبَّنَا آتِنَا فِي الدُّنْيَا حَسَنَةً وَفِي الآخِرَةِ حَسَنَةً وَقِنَا عَذَابَ النَّارِ
Rabbanaaa Aatinaa Fiddunyaa H’asanata Wa Fil Aakhirati H’asanata Wa Qinaa A’d’aaban Naar
“…Our Lord, give us good in this world and good in the Hereafter, and save us from the torment of Fire.” (Sura al-Baqara, 2:201)
This verse emphasizes the significance of balancing the ephemeral nature of life in this world with the permanence of the hereafter. While the ultimate goal for Muslims is to attain good in the everlasting life of the hereafter, striving for righteousness in this world is also essential. This is because humans are instructed by their Creator to engage in worldly activities while adhering to the divine laws He has established. Therefore, it is important to implore Allah for blessings in both lives.
This verse is commonly recited during the qunoot of prayers. Additionally, it can be recited during the tawaf, the act of circumambulation of the Holy Ka’bah, as a means of seeking divine favour in both the temporal and eternal realms.
Supplication-5:
رَبَّنَا أَفْرِغْ عَلَيْنَا صَبْرًا وَثَبِّتْ أَقْدَامَنَا وَانصُرْنَا عَلَى الْقَوْمِ الْكَافِرِينَ
Rabbanaaa Afrigh A’laynaa S’abraw Wa Thabbit Aqdamanaa Wan Surnaa A’lal Qawmil Kaafireen
“…O our Lord, pour patience down on us, and make our foothold firm, and help us against the disbelieving people”. (Sura al-Baqara, 2:250)
This verse teaches us to pray for grant of patience and perseverance in the face of trial and tribulations of this world so that we remain faithful to the true religion of Allah, even if deprived of the comforts of life, as these two aspects of our character make us fight our enemies and the enemies of Allah.
If we read the life account of the holy Prophet, Imam Ali and their infallible descendants, we find that their lives were the true exposition of this verse. Recite this Dua in the times of trials, and to undo and put an end to the intrigues of your enemies.
Supplication-6:
رَبَّنَا لاَ تُؤَاخِذْنَا إِن نَّسِينَا أَوْ أَخْطَأْنَا رَبَّنَا وَلاَ تَحْمِلْ عَلَيْنَا إِصْرًا كَمَا حَمَلْتَهُ عَلَى الَّذِينَ مِن قَبْلِنَا رَبَّنَا وَلاَ تُحَمِّلْنَا مَا لاَ طَاقَةَ لَنَا بِهِ وَاعْفُ عَنَّا وَاغْفِرْ لَنَا وَارْحَمْنَا أَنتَ مَوْلاَنَا فَانصُرْنَا عَلَى الْقَوْمِ الْكَافِرِينَ
Rabbanaa Laa Too-Akhid’naaa In-Naseenaa Aw Akht’aanaa Rabbanaa wa Laa Tah’mil A’laynaaa Is’ran Kamaa Ha’maltahoo A’lal Lad’eena min Qablinaa Rabbanaa wa Laa Tuh’ammilnaa Maa Laa T’aaqata Lanaa Bih Wa’-Fu A’nnaa Waghfirlanaa Warh’amnaa Anta Mawlaanaa Fans’urnaa A’lal Qawmil Kaafireen
“…O our Lord, do not hold us responsible if we forget or make mistake. O our lord, do not lay on us a burden such as you laid on those before us. O our Lord, do not impose upon us that which we have not the strength (to bear). Pardon us, and forgive us, and have mercy on us. You are our lord-master, so help us against the unbelieving people.” 
(Sura al-Baqara, 2:286)
Allah has clearly delineated the right path for humanity, providing commandments that are manageable and straightforward, as the Holy Prophet once remarked, "I have brought for you a very easy religion." This makes each individual accountable for their actions. When we err by transgressing Allah's laws, it is crucial to acknowledge our faults and earnestly seek forgiveness from our merciful Creator. He not only pardons our missteps but also aids us in defeating our foes—both those visible and the invisible forces against righteousness—thus shielding us from potential adversities they could cause, often in response to our sincere supplications.
This prayer is an invocation for the triumph of truth over falsehood and for divine assistance in overcoming malevolent influences. We implore Allah to spare us from circumstances that may compel us to commit wrongs. By recognizing our limitations and committing to utilize our fullest potential, we hope for His mercy to erase all remnants of our errors and guide us towards a path of righteousness and redemption.
Supplication-7:
رَبَّنَا لاَ تُزِغْ قُلُوبَنَا بَعْدَ إِذْ هَدَيْتَنَا وَهَبْ لَنَا مِن لَّدُنكَ رَحْمَةً إِنَّكَ أَنتَ الْوَهَّابُ
Rabbanaa Laa Tuzigh Quloobanaa Ba’-Da Id’hadaytanaa Wa Hab Lanaa Mil Ladunka Rah’mah Innaka Antal Wahaab
“Our Lord! make not our hearts to deviate after Thou hast guided us aright, and grant us from Thee mercy; surely Thou art the most liberal Giver” (Sura Ali-‘Imran, 3:8)
It is prudent to recite this Dua proactively to safeguard against potential deviations of heart and mind, such as shifting away from the true religion of Islam after embracing it. This prayer serves as a protective measure against the corruption of one’s beliefs after receiving divine guidance. Our existence in this fleeting world is essentially a preparation for the eternal life that awaits in the hereafter.
To fortify your faith, incorporate this Dua into every obligatory (wajib) and recommended (sunnah) prayer. This practice helps maintain spiritual vigilance and ensures steadfastness on the path of righteousness, aligned with Allah's will.
Supplication-8:
اللَّهُمَّ مَالِكَ الْمُلْكِ تُؤْتِي الْمُلْكَ مَن تَشَاء وَتَنزِعُ الْمُلْكَ مِمَّن تَشَاء وَتُعِزُّ مَن تَشَاء وَتُذِلُّ مَن تَشَاء بِيَدِكَ الْخَيْرُ إِنَّكَ عَلَىَ كُلِّ شَيْءٍ قَدِيرٌ تُولِجُ اللَّيْلَ فِي الْنَّهَارِ وَتُولِجُ النَّهَارَ فِي اللَّيْلِ وَتُخْرِجُ الْحَيَّ مِنَ الْمَيِّتِ وَتُخْرِجُ الَمَيَّتَ مِنَ الْحَيِّ وَتَرْزُقُ مَن تَشَاء بِغَيْرِ حِسَابٍ
Allaahumma Maalikal Mulki Tu’-til Mulka Man Tashaa-u wa Tanzi-u’l Mulka Mimman Tashaa wa Tu-i’zzu Man Tashaa-u wa Tud’illu Man Tashaa Biyadikal Khayr Innaka A’laa Kulli Shay’in Qadeer Toolijul Layla Fin Nahaari wa Toolijun Nahaara Fil Layl wa Tukhrijul Mayyita Minal H’ayy wa Tarzuqu Man Tashaa-u Bighayri H’isaab
“..O Allah, Master of the Kingdom! Thou givest the kingdom to whomsoever Thou pleasest and takest away the kingdom from whomsoever Thou pleasest, and Thou exaltest whom Thou pleasest and abasest whom Thou pleasest in Thine hand is the good; surety, Thou hast power over all things. Thou makest the night to pass into the day and Thou makest the day to pass into the night, and Thou bringest forth the living from the dead and Thou bringest forth the dead from the living, and Thou givest sustenance to whom Thou pleasest without measure.” (Sura Ali-‘Imran, 3:26-27)
Sovereignty is vested solely in Allah, the Supreme Authority over all creation and legislation. Everything originates from Him, and complete submission to His will defines Islam, as illustrated in these verses through prayer. The Holy Prophet and his Ahlul Bayt have consistently urged believers to recite this prayer on all occasions to deepen their faith in Allah's omnipotence and guide their actions and thoughts.
True submission to Allah’s will is achievable only when one acknowledges that only Allah can alter all matters, be they conceivable or inconceivable, easy or difficult. It is then that one experiences the abundance of His grace, for all goodness resides in His hands. With no room for complaints or frustration, a believer should fully surrender to His will and seek His mercy for the fulfillment of legitimate desires.
Allah alone grants authority in this world and the hereafter, bestowing power as He chooses, even to those who may not obey His commandments. Our understanding is limited, and it is not for us to question His decisions. Abdullah Ibn Abbas noted that this verse might contain Allah's greatest name, ismi azam, suggesting that reciting this Dua with a true understanding of its meaning and Allah's absolute sovereignty can lead to the fulfilment of legitimate desires.
Regular recitation of this Dua, especially after achieving success, helps prevent pride and arrogance. The Holy Prophet stated that whoever recites these verses daily after the Fajr prayer will find sufficient means for livelihood and the ability to repay debts. Additionally, reciting this Dua can alleviate nervousness in large public gatherings and protect against fear of insult or harm when meeting individuals or groups.
Supplication-9:
هُنَالِكَ دَعَا زَكَرِيَّا رَبَّهُ قَالَ رَبِّ هَبْ لِي مِن لَّدُنْكَ ذُرِّيَّةً طَيِّبَةً إِنَّكَ سَمِيعُ الدُّعَاء
Rabbi Hab Lee Mil Ladunka D’urriyyatan T’ayyibah Innaka Samee-u’d Du’aa
“O Lord, bestow me a goodly offspring from You; verily, You are the hearer of prayer”. ” (Sura Ali-‘Imran, 3:38)
When Zakariyya saw Maryam receiving her sustenance direct from Allah, he was so much convinced of His extraordinary benevolence and its miraculous nature that he beseeched Him to give him a tayyab (virtuous, blessed and good) son, he could not normally have since his wife was barren.
Recitation of this Dua 7 times after every wajib salaat will make your children pious and obedient.
Supplication-10:
وَمَا كَانَ قَوْلَهُمْ إِلاَّ أَن قَالُواْ ربَّنَا اغْفِرْ لَنَا ذُنُوبَنَا وَإِسْرَافَنَا فِي أَمْرِنَا وَثَبِّتْ أَقْدَامَنَا وانصُرْنَا عَلَى الْقَوْمِ الْكَافِرِينَ
Rabbanaghfir lanaa d’unoobanaa wa israafanaa fee amrinaa wa thabbit aqdaamanaa wan s’urnaa a’lal qawmil kaafireen
“O our Lord, forgive us our sins and our excesses in our affairs, and set our foothold firm, and help us against the disbelieving people”. (Sura Ali-‘Imran, 3:147)
The Holy Qur’an informs us that all prophets who fought in the path of Allah, steadfastly opposing His enemies, consistently recited this Dua. Their unwavering resolve and prayers for protection and refuge with Allah led to their triumph over the infidels, bringing glory to their missions and elevating their reputations.
As humans, we are prone to errors and may not always adhere to the directives of Allah. Therefore, it is essential to seek His forgiveness with a genuine resolve not to repeat our transgressions. We must also recite this Dua to maintain steadfastness in our faith, regardless of the temptations we face, enabling us to overcome both our personal adversaries and those against Allah.
Additionally, this Dua is useful for alleviating the hardships and challenges imposed by our enemies designed to sway us from the righteous path as ordained by Allah. Through its recitation, we seek strength to persist in our commitments and uphold the principles dictated by our faith.
Supplication-11:
مَا خَلَقْتَ هَذا بَاطِلاً سُبْحَانَكَ فَقِنَا عَذَابَ النَّارِ
Rabbanaa Maa Khalaqta Haad’aa Baat’ilaa Subh’aanaka Faqinaa A’d’aaban Naar
“O our Lord, You have not created (all) this in vain. Glory be to You. Save us then from the torment of the fire” (Sura Ali-‘Imran, 3:191)
The Holy Qur’an says that those who remember Allah all the time and try to understand the nature of His creation recite this Dua, because in the creation of the heavens and the earth and in the difference of night and day are signs of His omnipotence for the men of understanding.
Recite this Dua in the qunoot of tahajjud (night prayer)
Supplication-12:
رَّبَّنَا إِنَّنَا سَمِعْنَا مُنَادِيًا يُنَادِي لِلإِيمَانِ أَنْ آمِنُواْ بِرَبِّكُمْ فَآمَنَّا رَبَّنَا فَاغْفِرْ لَنَا ذُنُوبَنَا وَكَفِّرْ عَنَّا سَيِّئَاتِنَا وَتَوَفَّنَا مَعَ الأبْرَارِ
Rabbanaa Innanaa Sami’-Naa Munaadiyay Yunaadee Lil – Eemaani An Aaminoo Birabbikum Fa- Aamannaa Rabbanaa Faghfir Lanaa D’unoobanaa Wa Kaffir A’nnaaa Sayyi- Aatinaa Wa Tawaffanaa Ma-A’l Abraaar
“O our Lord, we have indeed heard the voice of a preacher (messenger) calling (us) to faith: “Believe in your Lord.” So we believed. Our Lord, forgive us then our sins, and remove from us our evil deeds, and make us die with the virtuous”. 
(Sura Ali-‘Imran, 3:193)
This continuation of the Dua resonates deeply with the wise who heed Allah's message. They understand the divine essence of creation and wholeheartedly embrace the true faith, acknowledging the oneness of Allah. In recognizing their past errors during times of ignorance, they earnestly seek His forgiveness. Aware that only Allah can steadfastly guide them throughout their earthly lives, they implore Him to let them depart from this world as true believers.
It is vital to make a regular practice of reciting this Dua, for the most precious possession one can maintain until the final breath is the unwavering faith in Allah. This world serves as a testing ground, and even after a lifetime of devout faith, the forfeiture of belief in Allah at life’s end can lead to eternal damnation. Therefore, consistently invoking this Dua is crucial for securing eternal bliss in the hereafter.
Supplication-13:
رَبَّنَا وَآتِنَا مَا وَعَدتَّنَا عَلَى رُسُلِكَ وَلاَ تُخْزِنَا يَوْمَ الْقِيَامَةِ إِنَّكَ لاَ تُخْلِفُ الْمِيعَادَ
Rabbanaa Wa Aatinaa Maa Wa-A’ttanaa A’laa Rusulika Wa Laa Tukhzinaa Yawal Qiyaamah Innak Laa Tukhliful Mee’a’ad
“O our Lord, give us what You have promised us through Your messengers, and do not disgrace us on the day of resurrection. Verily, You do not break Your promise”. 
(Sura Ali-‘Imran, 3:193)
Through this Dua the faithful servants of Allah, who have accepted the true religion, revealed by Allah through His messengers, invoke Allah to keep them safe from the shame and disgrace, the evil doers will face on the day of judgement, because rewards and favours have been promised only for those who believe in Allah and do good deeds in this world.
Every faithful should recite this Dua to receive favours of Allah on the day of judgement.
Supplication-14:
لَّئِنْ أَنجَانَا مِنْ هَـذِهِ لَنَكُونَنَّ مِنَ الشَّاكِرِينَ
La-in Anjaanaa Min Haad’ihee Lanakoo- Nanna Minash Shakireen
If He (our Lord) delivers from this, certainly we shall be of the thankful.
(Sura Ana’am, 6: 63)
This Dua should be recited to obtain protection of Allah when calamities surround you, having total faith in His power, with firm determination that you will always thank your Lord for saving you from the calamities
Supplication-15:
رَبَّنَا لاَ تَجْعَلْنَا مَعَ الْقَوْمِ الظَّالِمِينَ
Rabbanaa Laa Taj-a’lnaa Ma – A’l Qawmiz’ Z’aalimeen
O our Lord, put us not together with the unjust people… (Sura A’raaf, 7: 47).
Every true believer must seek Allah’s help to avoid the company of unjust people who not only do not believe in Allah but have gone astray by not following the rules and regulations made by Allah to direct their behaviour in this world.
Supplication-16
رَبَّنَا أَفْرِغْ عَلَيْنَا صَبْرًا وَتَوَفَّنَا مُسْلِمِينَ
Rabbanaaa Afrigh A’laynaa S’abraw Wa Tawaffanaa Muslimeen
O our Lord, pour out on us patience, and make us die as those who have submitted (to You). (Sura A’raaf, 7: 126).
In times of hardship, poverty, or discomfort, as a devoted servant of Allah, it is essential to recite this Dua for the patience and resolve needed to steadfastly adhere to the right path and courageously confront misfortunes. This practice helps ensure that one’s actions remain within the bounds of what is permissible, allowing one to depart this world as a true Muslim, fully submissive to Allah's will.
During an event with Musa (AS), a group of master magicians summoned by Pharaoh aimed to demonstrate their supremacy, under the mistaken belief that Musa was merely another magician. They cast ropes on the ground, which morphed into snakes. However, when Musa placed his staff down, it transformed into a python and devoured the snakes. Realizing the error of their perception and recognizing Musa as a true prophet of Allah, not a magician, the magicians were moved by the miraculous display. Overcoming their fear of Pharaoh's wrath, they openly laughed at him and recited this powerful Dua, embracing their newfound faith and allegiance to Allah’s messenger.
Supplication-17
رَبِّ اغْفِرْ لِي وَلأَخِي وَأَدْخِلْنَا فِي رَحْمَتِكَ وَأَنتَ أَرْحَمُ الرَّاحِمِينَ
Rabbighfir Lee Wa Li – Akhee Wa Adkhilnaa Fee Rah’matika Wa Anta Arh’amur Raah’imeen
O Allah, forgive me and my brother and admit us to Your mercy, You are the most merciful of the merciful. (Sura A’raaf, 7: 151).
A devout believer is encouraged to consistently recite this Dua to implore the mercy of the merciful Lord, especially during times of overwhelming difficulties.
The narrative of Musa (AS) highlights the significance of perseverance and obedience in seeking divine wisdom. Musa ascended Mount Toor to receive the Torah and was commanded by Allah to fast for 30 days. Observing that his mouth had developed an odour from fasting, Musa, concerned about honouring Allah with a foul smell, brushed his teeth. This act, seen as altering the state required by his fast, led to Allah extending his fast by an additional ten days to complete his devotion.
Upon returning to his people with the Torah after 40 days, Musa was dismayed to find them worshipping a calf, a false idol introduced by the magician Saamariye, instead of Allah. In his frustration, Musa confronted his brother Haroon, who had been left in charge. Haroon explained that despite his efforts to guide the people and warn them against the magician's deceit, they did not heed his advice. Acknowledging Haroon's efforts and realizing the challenge his brother faced, Musa recited this Dua, seeking patience and guidance from Allah.
This Dua is highly recommended to be recited as qunoot in all prayers, serving as a reminder of the need for divine guidance and mercy, regardless of the trials one may face.
Supplication-18
أَنتَ وَلِيُّنَا فَاغْفِرْ لَنَا وَارْحَمْنَا وَأَنتَ خَيْرُ الْغَافِرِينَ
Anta Waliyyunaa Faghfir Lanaa Warh’amnaa Wa Anta Khayrul Ghaafireen
(O Lord) You are our guardian, so forgive us, and You are the best of the forgivers.
(Sura A’raaf, 7: 155).
Recite this Dua again and again to take stock of your mistakes and faults so as to avoid them in future, and to seek Allah’s protection and forgiveness with firm determination that you will live an honest and pious life to deserve His mercy.
According to the Holy Qur’an, Musa chose of his people 70 men, who insisted upon seeing Allah with their own eyes, for an appointed tryst on the mountain. As soon as they reached there, a trembling came on them. All the 70 men were destroyed. Then Musa recited this Dua to beseech Allah to have mercy on him and on the pious among his followers.
Supplication-19
وَاكْتُبْ لَنَا فِي هَـذِهِ الدُّنْيَا حَسَنَةً وَفِي الآخِرَةِ إِنَّا هُدْنَـا إِلَيْكَ
Waktub Lanaa Fee Haad’ihid Dunyaa H’asanataw Wa Fil Aakhirati Innaa Hudnaaa Ilayk
(O Lord) ordain for us good in this world and in the hereafter. Verily we turn to You alone. (Sura A’raaf, 7: 156).
This Dua was also recited by Musa immediately after the above noted Dua to invoke Allah to give him and his followers all that which is good in this world and the next world, because it is Allah (alone) who can give whatever His obedient servants ask for.
Allah’s mercy enfolds all those wrongdoers who turn repentant unto Him as said in verse 153 of Sura A’raaf. Islam assures the sinners that the door of Allah’s mercy remain open for those who sincerely turn repentant to Allah.
Supplication-20
حَسْبِيَ اللّهُ لا إِلَـهَ إِلاَّ هُوَ عَلَيْهِ تَوَكَّلْتُ وَهُوَ رَبُّ الْعَرْشِ الْعَظِيمِ
H’asbiyallaah Laaa Ilaaha Illaa – Huw A’layhi Tawakkaltu Wa Huwa Rabbul A’rshil A’z’eem
Suffices me Allah. There is no god save Him. On Him do I rely, and He is the Lord of the great ‘Arsh’ (the glorious throne of the mighty power).(Sura at-Tawbah, 9: 129).
Whenever Allah revealed the verses of the Holy Qur’an to His last prophet the hypocrite men used to ask each other how could these verses of Allah be of any use to them?
In this verse Allah says that His messenger was very kind to his followers and was anxious not to overburden them, he was full of pity and mercy. When they turned away, Allah asked the Holy Prophet to recite this verse.
This Dua was recited by the Holy Prophet. We, his followers, must also recite it to put out trust in Allah (alone) and to ask for fulfilment of all our desires. If recited 66 times daily, it brings honour and respect.
Supplication-21
رَبَّنَا لاَ تَجْعَلْنَا فِتْنَةً لِّلْقَوْمِ الظَّالِمِينَ وَنَجِّنَا بِرَحْمَتِكَ مِنَ الْقَوْمِ الْكَافِرِينَ
Rabbana Laa Taj –A’lnaa Fitnatal Lil – Qawmiz’ Z’aalimeen Wa Najjinaa Birah’matika Minal Qawmil Kaafireen
O our Lord, make us not a trial for the unjust people. And deliver us by Your mercy from the disbelieving people. (Sura Yunus, 10: 85-86).
When Musa observed that none from among his people, save a few, trusted him, because they were in fear of Pharaoh and his chiefs, he advised them to put trust I Allah if they had indeed surrendered unto Him, then they recited this Dua.
We must also recite this Dua daily to remain firm in our faith and to seek protection of Allah from the harm of our enemies.
Supplication-22:
رَبِّ إِنَّ ابُنِي مِنْ أَهْلِي وَإِنَّ وَعْدَكَ الْحَقُّ وَأَنتَ أَحْكَمُ الْحَاكِمِينَ
Rabbi Inna bonee Min Ahlee Wa Inna Wa’-Dakal H’aqqu Wa Anta Ah’kamul H’aakimeen
(My) Lord, verily my son is of my family; and verily Your promise is true and You are the most just of all judges. (Sura Hud, 11: 45).
When Nuh came to know that Allah was going to destroy all that had been created, by drowning the whole world, except those who came on the ark built by him, he advised one of his sons to do the same. His son refused and told his father that he would climb a high mountain, but waves like mountains came and he was drowned.
Nuh cried unto his Lord and said that his son was his household and that surely the word of Allah came true because He is the most just of all judges.
This Dua is to be recited along with any other prayer (Dua) which is recited to seek fulfillment of legitimate desires.
Supplication-23:
رَبِّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ أَنْ أَسْأَلَكَ مَا لَيْسَ لِي بِهِ عِلْمٌ وَإِلاَّ تَغْفِرْ لِي وَتَرْحَمْنِي أَكُن مِّنَ الْخَاسِرِينَ
Rabbi Inneee A-o’od’u Bika An As-alaka Maa Laysa Lee Bihee I’lm Wa Illaa Taghfirlee Wa Tarh’amneee Akum Minal Khaasireen
O Lord, verily 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 shall be of the losers.
(Sura Hud, 11: 47).
When Nuh said the words, mentioned in Dua 22, Allah replied to him that his son was a wrongdoer and what Allah knew Nuh did not, so he should not have relied upon his ignorance; and Nuh immediately recited this Dua.
We must also recite this Dua to have full faith in the wisdom of Allah under all good and bad circumstances because Allah is all-knowing; and humbly seek His help to keep ourselves and our children on the right path.
Supplication-24:
تَوَفَّنِي مُسْلِمًا وَأَلْحِقْنِي بِالصَّالِحِينَ
Tawaffanee Muslimaw Wa Alh’iqnee Bis’-S’aalih’een
(O Lord) Let me die submitting to You (as a Muslim), and join me with the righteous. (Sura Yusuf, 12: 101).
This is the prayer of Yusuf which he recited when Allah gave him kingdom, taught him wisdom, saved him from the harm of his brothers, set him free from the prison, and brought his parents to meet him.
We must also recite this Dua if we get what we want, particularly after attaining success in any work, and after coming out safe from difficulties.
Supplication-25:
رَبِّ اجْعَلْ هَـذَا الْبَلَدَ آمِنًا وَاجْنُبْنِي وَبَنِيَّ أَن نَّعْبُدَ الأَصْنَامَ
Rabbij-A’l Haad’al Balada Aaminaw Wajnubnee Wa Baniyya An Na’-Budal As’naam
(My) Lord, make this city secure, and keep me and my sons away from worshiping idols. (Sura Ibrahim, 14: 35).
This is the Dua of prophet Ibrahim he recited to bring peace to the city of Makkah and to keep him and his descendants safe from worshipping any other god except the one and only Allah.
When a high ranking prophet like Ibrahim prayed to Allah for preserving him and his descendants from serving false gods, we, the ordinary servants of Allah, must always recite this Dua as many times as possible.
Supplication-26:
رَبِّ اجْعَلْنِي مُقِيمَ الصَّلاَةِ وَمِن ذُرِّيَّتِي رَبَّنَا وَتَقَبَّلْ دُعَاء
Rabbij-A’lnee Muqeemas’ S’alaati Wa Min D’urrriyyatee Rabbanaa Wa Taqabbal Du-A’aa
O Lord, make me steadfast in prayer, and (also) some of my offspring. O our Lord, accept my prayer. (Sura Ibrahim, 14: 40).
This is also a prayer of Ibrahim to make him establish prayer, and to give his children the motivation to do the same, and to favour them all by accepting their worship.
For accepting of Sunnah and wajib prayers, we may recite this Dua after every prayer.
Supplication-27:
رَبَّنَا اغْفِرْ لِي وَلِوَالِدَيَّ وَلِلْمُؤْمِنِينَ يَوْمَ يَقُومُ الْحِسَابُ
Rabbanaghfir Lee Wa Liwaalidayya Wa Lil-Mu’mineena Yawma Yaqoomul H’isaab
O our Lord, forgive me and my parents and believers on the day when the reckoning shall come to pass. (Sura Ibrahim, 14: 41).
Prophet Ibrahim, known as Khalilullah (the close friend of Allah), invoked this Dua, seeking forgiveness from Allah for himself, his parents, and all believers, underlining the significance of divine mercy in safeguarding the faithful from the torment of hell on the day of judgment. The practice of Prophet Ibrahim serves as a profound guide for believers, highlighting the importance of parental honor and intercessory prayers.
In Islam, respecting and loving parents is a fundamental obligation. Allah, the sustainer of all, has chosen parents as the means to provide for His creation, positioning them immediately after Himself in the hierarchy of respect and gratitude. From birth, parents nurture and care for their children with unconditional love, embodying the divine wisdom designed to perpetuate life on Earth. The Qur’an teaches that paradise lies at the feet of the mother, reflecting the sacred status bestowed upon maternal affection.
The enduring love of parents for their children represents a divine mechanism through which humanity and all living beings continue to thrive across millennia. While it is impossible to fully repay our parents for their sacrifices, adhering to Allah’s command to treat them with compassion and humility—expressed through the lowering of our wings of submission—is the prescribed way to honor them. This expression of reverence is further amplified by reciting this Dua, and others like it, which seek blessings for them and reinforces our commitment to the righteous path they have set before us.
Supplication-28:
رَّبِّ ارْحَمْهُمَا كَمَا رَبَّيَانِي صَغِيرًا
Rabbir-H’amhumaa Kamaa Rabbayaanee S’agheeraa
O my Lord, have mercy on them (parents) just as they nourished me when I was small. (Sura al-‘Isra’ or Bani Isra’il, 17: 24).
This, along with Dua 27 and Dua 55, are considered some of the most essential supplications for seeking blessings for our parents, applicable both during their lifetimes and after they have passed away. It is recommended to consistently include these Duas in the qunoot of Salatul Walidayn (the prayer for parents).
Imam Jaffer bin Mohammed as-Sadiq responded to a query about the obligation towards parents who die shortly after childbirth by stating that even the sustenance a child receives in the womb is sufficient to establish a lifelong debt of gratitude. This underscores the profound Islamic principle that honoring parents is not merely a social duty but a sacred command.
Islam instructs us to uphold the highest standards of respect towards our parents. This includes speaking to them with utmost politeness, sitting and engaging with them respectfully—an act considered as Ibadah (worship) in itself. It extends to executing their wishes, expressing love, and caring for them into their old age. As instructed in verse 23 of Surah Bani Isra’il, we must never express annoyance ("uff") to our parents, nor rebuke them, but address them in kind and gentle terms. Above all, it is incumbent upon us to pray fervently for Allah's mercy upon them.
In Islam, the piety and devotions of children who are disobedient to their parents are deemed ineffective, as Allah withholds blessings and mercy from those who disrespect their parents. Thus, adhering to these principles and supplications is not only a duty but a means to ensure divine favour and guidance in all aspects of life. Supplication-29 further elaborates on this topic, emphasizing the importance of filial piety and the spiritual consequences of failing to observe it.
Supplication-29:
رَّبِّ أَدْخِلْنِي مُدْخَلَ صِدْقٍ وَأَخْرِجْنِي مُخْرَجَ صِدْقٍ وَاجْعَل لِّي مِن لَّدُنكَ سُلْطَانًا نَّصِيرًا
Rabbi Adkhilnee Mudkhala S’idqiw Wa Akhrijnee Mukhraja S’diqiw Waj-a’l Lee Mil Ladunkaa Sult’aanan Nas’eeraa
O Lord, cause me to enter a goodly entrance and cause me to go out a goodly exit, and grant me from you an authority to assist (me). (Sura al-‘Isra’ or Bani Isra’il, 17: 80).
This Dua is recited to seek Allah’s help for success in whatever work we are doing, mental or physical, spiritual; or material, with a firm determination to avoid that which has been forbidden and to take up only that which is allowed.
It is highly desirable to recite this Dua in tahajjud (qunoot of salatul witr).
Recite this Dua if you are afraid of a person or a thing; and at time of going to dangerous places.
Supplication-30:
رَبَّنَا آتِنَا مِن لَّدُنكَ رَحْمَةً وَهَيِّئْ لَنَا مِنْ أَمْرِنَا رَشَدًا
Rabbanaaa Aatina Mil Ladunka Rah’mataw Wa Hayyi Lanaa Min Amrinaa Rashadaa
O our Lord, grant us mercy from You, and provide a right course for us in our affair. (Sura al-Kahf, 18: 10).
This Dua is recited to have full confidence to bear patiently all the difficulties which we face if we oppose the enemies of Allah to remain on the right path, by putting our trust in Allah for obtaining His help and mercy.
This Dua was recited by the people of the cave, known as ashaabul kahf, when they heard the sound of advancing soldiers, while running away from the army of the cruel king, who wanted to kill them because they, as true believers, refused to worship idols.
This Dua can be recited to overcome the enemies: and to achieve success in whatever work we are doing.
Supplication-31:
فَهَبْ لِي مِن لَّدُنكَ وَلِيًّا
Fahab Lee Mil Ladunka Waliyyaa
(O my Lord) so grant me from yourself an heir. (Sura Maryam, 19: 5).
Recite this verse if you want to have a son because this Dua was recited by Prophet Zakariyya to beseech Allah to give him a son.
Supplication-32:
رَبِّ اشْرَحْ لِي صَدْرِي وَيَسِّرْ لِي أَمْرِي وَاحْلُلْ عُقْدَةً مِّن لِّسَانِي يَفْقَهُوا قَوْلِي
Rabbishrah’ Lee S’adree wa Yassir Leee Amree Wah’–Lul U’qdatam Mil Lisaanee Yafqahoo Qawlee
O Lord, expand for me my breast, make my task easy for me. Loose the knot of my tongue, that they may understand my speech. (Sura Ta-Ha, 20:25-28).
This Dua was recited by Musa when he commanded by Allah to go to Pharaoh and show him the power of Allah by the help of the two miracles given to him.
Although Musa was going to Pharaoh under the instruction of Allah, equipped with two divine miracles, still he invoked Allah to set his mind at ease and to make his task easy.
We must always seek Allah’s help to get success in our work, whatever the nature of it may be, so far as it is not prohibited.
Recite this Dua before you give a lecture or discourse before a large or small gathering of people. You should also recite this if you want to make someone or some people to understand your point of view. Stammering will disappear if this Dua is regularly recited.
Supplication-33:
رَّبِّ زِدْنِي عِلْمًا
…Rabbi Zidnee I’lmaa.
O Lord, increase me in knowledge. (Sura Ta-Ha, 20:25-28).
Recite this Dua 7 times after every wajib prayer to increase knowledge.
Supplication-34:
أَنِّي مَسَّنِيَ الضُّرُّ وَأَنتَ أَرْحَمُ الرَّاحِمِينَ
Annee Massaniya” Z”urru Wa Anta Arh’amur Raah’imeen.
(O Lord) verily distress has touched me, and You are the most merciful of all mercifuls. (Sura al-Anbiya’, 21: 83).
This Dua was recited by Prophet Ayyub. Allah put him to severe trials by taking away wealth, health and children. His father, a descendant of Ishaq, was a very rich man.
Although poor health, disease and poverty made him weak and miserable, he never complained or showed despair. His patience and endurance became a byword for coming generations till now.
Recite this Dua to cure sickness and disease and to remove poverty.
Supplication-35:
لَّا إِلَهَ إِلَّا أَنتَ سُبْحَانَكَ إِنِّي كُنتُ مِنَ الظَّالِمِينَ
Laa Ilaha Illaaa Anta Subh’aanaka Innee Kuntu Minaz” Z’aalimeen
There is no god but You (O Lord). Glory be to You. Verily I was of the unjust. 
(Sura al-Anbiya’, 21: 83).
This verse is known as ayatul karimah, the “glorious verse”.
This Dua was recited by prophet Yunus when he found himself in the dark belly of a big fish, who swallowed him alive.
To seek fulfilment of any legitimate desire, or to disperse afflictions and calamities, offer a two rakat salat and at the end recite this Dua 720 times.
Supplication-36:
رَبِّ لَا تَذَرْنِي فَرْدًا وَأَنتَ خَيْرُ الْوَارِثِينَ
Rabbi Laa Tad’arnee Fardaw wa Anta Khayrul Waaritheen
O Lord, do not leave me alone (childless), though You are the best of inheritors. 
(Sura al-Anbiya’, 21: 89).
This Dua was recited by prophet Zakariyya to beseech Allah to give him a son.
Recite this Dua 125 times after I’sha salat if you want to have a child.
Supplication-37:
رَبِّ احْكُم بِالْحَقِّ وَرَبُّنَا الرَّحْمَنُ الْمُسْتَعَانُ عَلَى مَا تَصِفُونَ
Rabbih’- Kum Bil H’aqq Wa Rabbunar Rah’maanul Musta- A’anu A’laa Maa Tas’ifoon
O Lord, judge You with truth. Our Lord is the beneficent, whose help is sought against that which you ascribe to Him. (Sura al-Anbiya’, 21: 112).
This world is a place of trial. Enjoyment in this life is for a little while. The real and permanent bliss of the next world is the aim of the true believer, which will be awarded by Allah, the true judge, after taking account of our deeds on the day of judgement. He is the beneficent Lord. He helps those who seek Hs protection from the evil of disbelievers and hypocrites.
Have full confidence in the truth of His judgement and invoke Him by reciting this Dua to deal with your affairs justly.
Supplication-38:
رَبِّ انصُرْنِي بِمَا كَذَّبُونِ
Rabbin S’urnee Bimaa Kad’d’aboon.
O my Lord! help me against their calling me a liar.(Sura al-Mu’minoon, 23: 26).
This Dua was recited by prophet Nuh when his people refused to listen to his preaching.
Enemies of Allah become enemies of those who believe in Allah, so to overcome them and to become able to counter their false propaganda, recite this Dua.
Supplication-39:
رَّبِّ أَنزِلْنِي مُنزَلًا مُّبَارَكًا وَأَنتَ خَيْرُ الْمُنزِلِينَ
Rabbi Anzilnee Munzalam Mubaarakaw Wa Anta Khayrul Munzileen
O Lord, disembark me with a blessed disembarkment, for You are the best of those who enable to disembark. (Sura al-Mu’minoon, 23: 29).
When prophet Nuh was on board the ark, Allah commanded him, and whoso was with him, to recite this Dua.
Recite this Dua at the time of going on a journey, or if you are migrating or moving over to another place.
Supplication-40:
رَبِّ فَلَا تَجْعَلْنِي فِي الْقَوْمِ الظَّالِمِينَ
Rabbi Falaa Taj-a’lnee Fil Qawmiz’ Z’aalimeen
O Lord, then do not put me among the unjust people. (Sura al-Mu’minoon, 23: 94).
This is a Dua to seek safety from falling into errors, or into the hands of the enemies of Allah, and to avoid sinful ways.
Supplication-41:
رَبَّنَا آمَنَّا فَاغْفِرْ لَنَا وَارْحَمْنَا وَأَنتَ خَيْرُ الرَّاحِمِينَ
Rabbanaa Aamannaa Faghfir Lanaa Warh’amnaa Wa Anta Khayrur Raah’imeen
O our Lord, we believe, so forgive us and have mercy on us, for You are the best of the Mercifuls. (Sura al-Mu’minoon, 23: 109).
On the Day of Judgement Allah will remind the disbelievers of these words which His sincere servants used to say whenever the disbelievers laughed at the believing servants of Allah.
Recite this Dua to seek mercy of Allah which alone keeps you safe from the evil of this world and from the punishment on the Day of Judgement.
Supplication-42:
رَّبِّ اغْفِرْ وَارْحَمْ وَأَنتَ خَيْرُ الرَّاحِمِينَ
Rabbighfir Warh’am Wa Anta Khayrur Raah’imeen
O Lord, forgive and have mercy, for You are the best of the Merciful. (Sura al-Mu’minoon, 23: 118).
In the Holy Qur’an Allah asks the Holy Prophet to recite this Dua.
There is no one in the whole universe equivalent to the stats of our Holy Prophet and by asking him to invoke Allah for mercy and protection, He is, infact, showing us that even the dearest friend of Allah needs His protection.
We must recite this Dua at all times and at all places.
Supplication-43:
رَبَّنَا اصْرِفْ عَنَّا عَذَابَ جَهَنَّمَ إِنَّ عَذَابَهَا كَانَ غَرَامًا
Rabbanas’rif ‘Nnaa A’d’aaba Jahannama Inna A’d’aabahaa Kaana Gharaama.
O our Lord, turn away from us the torment of hell, verily its torment is continuous. (Sura al-Furqan, 25:65).
Allah says in the Holy Qur’an that His faithful servants spend their nights, prostrating (sajdah) and standing, before their Lord, and recite this Dua.
It is highly recommended to recite this Dua in tahajjud.
Supplication-44:
رَبَّنَا هَبْ لَنَا مِنْ أَزْوَاجِنَا وَذُرِّيَّاتِنَا قُرَّةَ أَعْيُنٍ وَاجْعَلْنَا لِلْمُتَّقِينَ إِمَامًا
Rabbanaa Hab Lanaa Min Azwaajinaa Wa D’urriyyaatinaa Qurrata A’-Yuniw Waj – A’lnaa Lil – Muttaqeena Imaamaa
O our Lord, grant us out of our wives and our offspring that which cheers our eyes, and make us guides of those who safeguard themselves against evil. (Sura al-Furqan, 25:74).
While pointing out the qualities of His faithful servants Allah says in the Holy Qur’an that they invoke Him to give them pious wives and obedient children and make them so much pious and God-fearing that all faithful men and women may follow their example.
(According to Imam Jafar bin Muhammad as Sadiq this is the Dua of Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib whose descendants, one after another, were elected as Imams, for the mankind, by Allah).
Supplication-45:
رَبِّ هَبْ لِي حُكْمًا وَأَلْحِقْنِي بِالصَّالِحِينَ وَاجْعَل لِّي لِسَانَ صِدْقٍ فِي الْآخِرِينَ وَاجْعَلْنِي مِن وَرَثَةِ جَنَّةِ النَّعِيمِ وَاغْفِرْ لِأَبِي إِنَّهُ كَانَ مِنَ الضَّالِّينَ وَلَا تُخْزِنِي يَوْمَ يُبْعَثُونَ يَوْمَ لَا يَنفَعُ مَالٌ وَلَا بَنُونَ إِلَّا مَنْ أَتَى اللَّهَ بِقَلْبٍ سَلِيمٍ
Rabbi Hab Lee H’ukma Wa Alh’iqnee Bis’-S’aalih’een Waj A’l Lee Lisaana S’idqin Fil Aakhireen Waj – A’lnee Miw Warathati Jannatin Na-E’em Waghfir Li-Abee Innahoo Kaana Minaz” Z”Aaalleen Wa Laa Tukhzinee Yawma Yub-A’thoon Yawma Laa Yanfa –U’maaluw Wa Laa Banoon Illaa Man Atallaaha Biqalbin Saleem
O Lord, give me authority and unite me with the righteous, appoint for me a truthful tongue among the posterity, make me of the inheritors of the garden of bliss, forgive my father; verily, he was of those who went astray, do not disgrace me on the day when they are raised (again), the day when neither wealth nor sons will be any avail, save to him who comes to Allah with a submissive heart. (Sura ash-Shu’araa’, 26: 83-89).
Ibrahim recited this Dua to invoke Allah to give him authority to guide and lead mankind to the right path of Allah, the only righteous way, and to pass this authority to the pious men among his posterity so that they may occupy a place of honour among those who will inherit the kingdom of paradise on account of their piety and obedience to Allah.
The Holy Prophet, Imam Ali and their descendants, the holy Imams, were the direct descendants of Prophet Ibrahim. Allah had listened to the prayer of Prophet Ibrahim and fulfilled all his desires.
Supplication-46:
فَافْتَحْ بَيْنِي وَبَيْنَهُمْ فَتْحًا وَنَجِّنِي وَمَن مَّعِي مِنَ الْمُؤْمِنِينَ
Faftah’ Baynee Wa Baynahum Fat- h’aw Wa Najjinee Wa Mam Ma-I’ya Minal Mu’mineen
(O Lord), therefore decide You between me and them a decision, and deliver me and the believers who are with me. (Sura ash-Shu’araa’, 26: 118).
After losing hope in his people, who refused to believe in Allah, prophet Nuh recited this Dua to keep him and a few of his believing companions safe from the wrath of Allah.
Recite this Dua whenever you are in the midst of non-believing people who want to harm you because of your faith and belief.
Supplication-47:
رَبِّ أَوْزِعْنِي أَنْ أَشْكُرَ نِعْمَتَكَ الَّتِي أَنْعَمْتَ عَلَيَّ وَعَلَى وَالِدَيَّ وَأَنْ أَعْمَلَ صَالِحًا تَرْضَاهُ وَأَدْخِلْنِي بِرَحْمَتِكَ فِي عِبَادِكَ الصَّالِحِينَ
Rabbi Awzi’–Nee An Ashkura Ni’-Matakal Latee An-A’mta A’layya Wa A’laa Waalidayya Wa An A’-Mala S’aalih’an – Tarz”aahu Wa Adkhilnee Bi-Rah’matika Fee I’baadikas’ S’aaliheen
O Lord, arouse me to be thankful for Your bounty which You have bestowed on me and my parents, and to do good that shall please You, and admit me by Your mercy, among Your righteous servants. (Sura an-Naml, 27: 19).
Once Prophet Sulayman with his armies of men, jinn and birds, was marching to a battlefield. When they reached the valley of the ants, an ant, seeing a huge gathering of men and jinn, warned all other ants to enter their dwellings lest Sulayman and his armies crush them, because of their negligence. Hearing this Sulayman thanked Allah and recited this Dua.
We must recite this Dua to thank Allah when we get His favours and bounties, or when any occasion of happiness comes into our lives, because Shaytan leads us to pride and arrogance, if we achieve success in our work and have power over men and material.
Supplication-48:
قَالَ رَبِّ إِنِّي ظَلَمْتُ نَفْسِي فَاغْفِرْ لِي
Rabbi Innee Z’alamtu Nafsee Faghfirlee
O Lord, verily I have wronged myself, so forgive me. (Sura al-Qas’as, 28: 16).
One night Prophet Musa entered the city of Pharaohs and saw that two men were fighting, one was from his people and the other was an enemy; he went to the help of his follower and hit the other man with his fist, which killed him on the spot. Realising that it was not a good deed, he recited this Dua to seek forgiveness of Allah and to ask protection from the certain revenge the Egyptians would take for killing one of them.
Recite this Dua to admit your shortcomings and to seek forgiveness and protection and protection of Allah.This Dua will protect you from the evil of your enemies.
Supplication-49:
رَبِّ نَجِّنِي مِنَ الْقَوْمِ الظَّالِمِينَ
Rabbi Najjinee Minal Qawmiz’ Z’aalimeen
O Lord, deliver me from the unjust people. (Sura al-Qas’as, 28: 21).
This Dua was recited by Prophet Musa when he found the conditions in Pharaoh’s land unsuitable to stay there any longer and decided to migrate to some other country.
To avoid the cruelty of oppressive rulers; or at the time of leaving your home to escape persecution, recite this Dua to reach safely at a safe place, for a permanent or for temporary asylum.
Supplication-50:
رَبِّ انصُرْنِي عَلَى الْقَوْمِ الْمُفْسِدِينَ
Rabbin S’urnee A’lal Qawmil Mufsideen
O Lord, help me against these mischievous people. (Sura al-‘Ankaboot, 29: 30).
This duaa was recited by the prophet Loot to make him win victory over his corrupt and shameful people.
If we are living among corrupt, debauched and immoral people, who are beyond reform, this Dua should be recited to keep ourselves aloof from the temptations of the vulgar and sinful satanic social set up.
Supplication-51:
رَبِّ إِنِّي لِمَا أَنزَلْتَ إِلَيَّ مِنْ خَيْرٍ فَقِيرٌ
Rabbi Innee Limaaa Anzalta Ilayya Min Khayrin Faqeer
O Lord, verily I have ned of what You have sent me of the good. (Sura al-Qas’as, 28: 24).
After leaving the city of Pharaohs, Prophet Musa reached Madain where he found a whole tribe of men watering their sheep. He saw that two girls were keeping back their flocks apart from those men. On enquiring he found that as their father was a very old man they had to wait till the shepherds go away.
Musa immediately watered their flock for them and recited this Dua. Afterwards the father of the two girls, who was also a prophet, hired him and gave him land to till. Later Musa married one of the two girls.
Recite this Dua whenever you do a good deed because Allah certainly gives us the recompense of whatever good we do.
It is also said that to get a lawful profitable occupation in a new country one must recite this Dua. This Dua can also be recited at least 7 times after every wajib salat.
Supplication-52:
رَبِّ هَبْ لِي مِنَ الصَّالِحِينَ
Rabbi Hab Lee Minas’ S’aalih’een
O Lord, grant me a righteous (son).(Sura as-Saaffaat, 37: 10).
Saraah, the first wife of Ibrahim, was childless, therefore, she gave Haajirah as a gift to her husband, who married her and recited this Dua, so that Allah might give him a son from the new wife. Prophet Ismail was born to Haajirah, and Allah also gave a son, Prophet Ishaq, to him from Saarah.
Supplication-53:
رَبَّنَا وَسِعْتَ كُلَّ شَيْءٍ رَحْمَةً وَعِلْمًا فَاغْفِرْ لِلَّذِينَ تَابُوا وَاتَّبَعُوا سَبِيلَكَ وَقِهِمْ عَذَابَ الْجَحِيمِ
Rabbanaa Wasi’ –Ta Kulla Shay-ir Rah’mataw Wa I’lman Fghfir Lil-Lad’eena Taaboo Wat-Taba-o’o Sabeelaka Waqihim A’d’aabal Jah’eem
O our Lord, You comprehend all things in (Your) mercy and knowledge, therefore forgive those who turn repentant and follow Your way, and save them from the torment of hell. (Sura al-Gafiir or al-Mu’min, 40: 7).
Allah says in the Holy Qur’an that those who bear the Arsh and all who are round about it sing the praises of Allah, and recite this Dua to ask forgiveness for those who believe in Allah.
Recite this Dua to admit your sins and to make up your mind not to commit sins any more, so that you may receive forgiveness and mercy of your Lord, which alone can keep you away from the fire of hell.
Supplication-54:
رَبَّنَا وَأَدْخِلْهُمْ جَنَّاتِ عَدْنٍ الَّتِي وَعَدْتَهُمْ وَمَنْ صَلَحَ مِنْ آبَائِهِمْ وَأَزْوَاجِهِمْ وَذُرِّيَّاتِهِمْ ۚ إِنَّكَ أَنْتَ الْعَزِيزُ الْحَكِيمُ
Rabbanaa Wa Adkhilhum Jannaati A’dni Nillatee Wa- A’ttahum Wa Man S’alah’a Min Aabaaa-Ihim Wa Azwaajihim Wa D’urriyyaatihim Innaka Antal A’zeezul H’akeem
O our Lord, admit them to the ever-blissful gardens which You have promised to them, and those who do good from among their fathers, their wives, and their children; verily, You are the almighty, the all-wise. (Sura al-Gafiir or al-Mu’min, 40: 8).
This Dua is the continuation of Dua 53 to invoke Allah to make the believing men and women enter the gardens of paradise, including their spouses and children, provided they do good deeds and avoid evil conduct.
Supplication-55:
وَقِهِمُ السَّيِّئَاتِ ۚ وَمَنْ تَقِ السَّيِّئَاتِ يَوْمَئِذٍ فَقَدْ رَحِمْتَهُ ۚ وَذَٰلِكَ هُوَ الْفَوْزُ الْعَظِيمُ
Waqihimus Sayyi-Aat Wa Man Taqis Sayyi-Aati Yawma-Id’in Faqad Rah’imtah Wa D’aalika Huwal Fawzul A’z’eem
(O Lord), keep them away from evil, and whomsoever You keep away from evil, on this day, and him indeed You have bestowed mercy, and that is a great achievement. 
(Sura al-Gafiir or al-Mu’min, 40: 9).
This is a further continuation of two Duas 53 and 54 to seek protection from Allah from the evil, because whomsoever is kept safe from the evil will be taken into His mercy on the day of reckoning. Deliverance from the fire of hell on the day of judgement is the best achievement for the faithful servants of Allah.
Supplication-56:
رَبِّ أَوْزِعْنِي أَنْ أَشْكُرَ نِعْمَتَكَ الَّتِي أَنْعَمْتَ عَلَيَّ وَعَلَى وَالِدَيَّ وَأَنْ أَعْمَلَ صَالِحًا تَرْضَاهُ وَأَصْلِحْ لِي فِي ذُرِّيَّتِي إِنِّي تُبْتُ إِلَيْكَ وَإِنِّي مِنَ الْمُسْلِمِينَ
Rabbi Awzi’-Nee An Ashkura Ni’-Matakal Lateee An-A’mta A’layya Wa A’laa Waalidayya Wa An A’-Mala S’aalih’an Tarz”Aahu Wa As’lih’lee Fee D’urriyyatee Innee Tubtu Ilayka Wa Innee Minal Muslimeen.
O Lord, arouse me that I may thank You for the bounties You have bestowed on me and my parents, and that I may do good which pleases You, and do good to me with regard to my offspring. Verily I turn repentant to You, and verily I am one of those who submit. (Sura al-Ahqaaf, 46: 15).
In this passage, Allah emphasizes the duty of kindness towards parents, highlighting the arduous journey a mother endures from pregnancy to childbirth, and the subsequent nurturing phase until the child reaches strength and independence. Recognizing these profound sacrifices, obedience to parents has been declared mandatory in Islam. The Holy Prophet stated, "Allah is pleased with those who obey their parents."
To reinforce this principle, the recitation of this Dua is ordained by Allah to help children pray for the protection and mercy of their parents. This supplication serves as a reminder of the importance of parental respect and gratitude, a theme further explored in the discussions of Duas 27 and 28.
To express gratitude for the countless blessings received from Allah, it is instructed that this Dua be recited following any obligatory prayer daily. This practice not only fulfills a religious obligation but also fosters a continuous sense of thankfulness towards Allah for His endless generosity, especially through the medium of parental love and sacrifice.
Supplication-57:
فَدَعَا رَبَّهُ أَنِّي مَغْلُوبٌ فَانتَصِرْ
Fada’a Rabbaho, Annee Maghloobun Fantas’iir.
(O Lord), verily I am overcome (by those people), so give help. (Sura al-Qamar, 54: 10).
When Prophet Nuh was called mad by his people and had been driven out, he cried unto Allah and recited this Dua.
Recite this Dua when you are surrounded by enemies, or adverse circumstances have put you at a disadvantage. Begin this Dua on Thursday and recite 2060 times by the end of the next Thursday, and recite 100 times after every wajib salat till you are free from the evil of enemies, or adverse circumstances.
Supplication-58:
رَبَّنَا اغْفِرْ لَنَا وَلِإِخْوَانِنَا الَّذِينَ سَبَقُونَا بِالْإِيمَانِ وَلَا تَجْعَلْ فِي قُلُوبِنَا غِلًّا لِّلَّذِينَ آمَنُوا رَبَّنَا إِنَّكَ رَؤُوفٌ رَّحِيمٌ
Rabbanagh Fir Lanaa Wa Li-Ikwaaninal Lad’eena Sabaqoonaa Bil-Eemaani Wa Laa Taj-A’lfee Quloobinaa Ghillal Lil-Lad’eena Aamanoo Rabbanaaa Innaka Ra-Oofur Rah’eem
O our Lord, forgive us and our brothers who have preceded us in the faith, and do not put a grudge in our hearts against those who believe; O Lord, verily You are Kind and Merciful. (Sura al-Hashr, 59: 10).
Allah says that those who come into faith must not envy their brothers who were before them in the faith, but seek forgiveness and mercy for themselves and their brothers-in-faith, and invoke Allah to create love and understanding among them all.
Whenever we invoke Allah for His mercy and forgiveness we must also include in our Dua all the believing men and women.
Supplication-59:
رَّبَّنَا عَلَيْكَ تَوَكَّلْنَا وَإِلَيْكَ أَنَبْنَا وَإِلَيْكَ الْمَصِيرُ
Rabbanaa A’layka Tawakkalnaa Wa Ilayka Anabnaa Wa Ilaykal Mas’eer
O our Lord, we put our trust in You, and we turn repentant to You, and to You is our final returning. (Sura al-Mumtahanah, 60: 4).
Faith should never be allowed to be corrupted even for the sake of the nearest relatives (parents, wife or children), says the Holy Qur’an, and gives the example of Prophet Ibrahim who discarded all his family members except his wife, his nephew and a few others who were true believers, to show that there would be hostility and hate between them until they believe in Allah, and recited this Dua.
Put your trust in Allah alone and turn repentant to Him because we will one day certainly go to Him for reckoning and then His mercy and forgiveness alone will keep us away from the fire of hell.
Supplication-60:
رَبَّنَا أَتْمِمْ لَنَا نُورَنَا وَاغْفِرْ لَنَا إِنَّكَ عَلَى كُلِّ شَيْءٍ قَدِيرٌ
Rabbanaa Atmim Lanaa Nooranaa Waghfirlanaa Innaka A’laa Kulli Shay-In Qadeer
O our Lord, perfect for us our light, and grant us protection. Verily You have power over all things. (Sura at-Tah’reem, 66: 8).
The Holy Qur’an say that on the day of judgement the Holy Prophet and those who believed with him, will occupy the highest status, and their lights will run before them, and they will recite this Dua.
Ibn Abbas said that the companions of the Holy Prophet in this verse are Imam Ali and his friends who will recite this Dua.
Supplication-61:
رَبِّ ابْنِ لِي عِندَكَ بَيْتًا فِي الْجَنَّةِ
Rabbibni Lee I’ndaka Baytan Fil-Jannati
O Lord, build for me a house in the Garden. (Sura at-Tah’reem, 66: 11).
To all believers the Holy Qur’an gives the example of Asiya, the wife of Pharaoh, one of the four chosen women, who recited this Dua. Although she was near to the worst enemy of Allah, Pharaoh, who watched her day and night, yet she gathered courage to follow the right path and saved Prophet Musa from the evil designs of Pharaoh, when Musa was just-born baby.
She also accepted the true faith of Allah by watching the miracles of Allah through which He kept safe Musa from the evil schemes of Pharaoh. She preferred good in the hereafter over success in this world and wanted a house in paradise, where she would live for ever.
Supplication-62:
رَبِّ اغْفِرْ لِي وَلِوَالِدَيَّ وَلِمَن دَخَلَ بَيْتِيَ مُؤْمِنًا وَلِلْمُؤْمِنِينَ وَالْمُؤْمِنَاتِ وَلَا تَزِدِ الظَّالِمِينَ إِلَّا تَبَارًا
Rabbighfir Lee Wa Liwaalidayya Wa Liman Dakhala Baytiya Mu’minaw Wa Lil-Moomineena Al Mu’minaat Wa Laa Tazidiz’z’aalimeena Illaa Tabaaraa
O Lord, forgive me, my parents and him who enters my abode as a believer, and the believing men and believing women, and do not give the unjust increase save in perdition. (Sura Nuh, 71:28).
This Dua, recited by Prophet Nuh, was his plea during a time of great adversity when his people rebelled against the divine commandments. In his supplication, he sought Allah’s forgiveness not only for himself and his parents but also for all believing men and women, simultaneously asking for the destruction of the disbelievers who defied Allah.
The importance of this Dua is such that it is included in the qunoot of Salatul Walaydayn, a specific prayer dedicated to seeking blessings for one's parents.