Allahumma anta Rabbi la ilaha illa ant, khalaqtani wa ana 'abduk, wa ana 'ala 'ahdika wa wa'dika mas-tata't, a'udhu bika min sharri ma sana't, abu'u laka bi ni'matika 'alayya, wa abu'u bi dhanbi faghfir li fa'innahu la yaghfiru dhunuba illa ant
O Allah, You are my Lord, there is no deity but You, You created me and I am Your servant. I keep to my covenant and my promise to You as far as I can. I seek refuge with You from the evil I have done. I acknowledge Your favour towards me, and I acknowledge my sin. Forgive me, for none forgives sins but You.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-hammi wal-hazan, wal-'ajzi wal-kasal, wal-bukhli wal-jubn, wa dhala'id-dayni wa ghalabatir-rijal
O Allah, I seek refuge with You from worry and sadness, from weakness and laziness, from miserliness and cowardice, from the burden of debt and from being overpowered by men.
Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, Subhana-lladhi sakhkhara lana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrinin, wa inna ila Rabbina lamunqalibun
Allah is the Greatest, Allah is the Greatest, Allah is the Greatest. Glory be to Him who has subjected this to us, for we could never have done it by ourselves. And to our Lord we shall surely return.
O Turner of hearts, make my heart firm upon Your religion.
Discover authentic duas in Arabic, English and transliteration for your spiritual life
Duas are a foundational pillar of Muslim spirituality. These invocations allow the believer to draw near to Allah and to express their needs, their gratitude or their request for forgiveness. Presenting these prayers in Arabic, English and transliteration makes them easier to learn for every Muslim, whether or not they know the Arabic language.
The Sayyid al-Istighfar is among the most important duas. This invocation, taught by the prophet Muhammad, is the best formula for asking forgiveness. Reciting it every morning and evening brings divine protection according to the authentic hadiths. Its English translation helps in grasping the deep meaning of this supplication.
Transliteration plays a crucial part in learning. It allows new Muslims and non-Arabic speakers to pronounce the sacred words correctly. This approach respects the importance of precise pronunciation while making the duas accessible to everyone.
Among the essential invocations are the duas of morning and evening, those before meals, and the formulas of protection. Every situation of daily life has its own dua. The hadiths teach us these precious invocations passed on by the prophet.
Learning the duas is part of a complete spiritual practice. It goes hand in hand with reading the Quran and the five daily prayers. This regular practice feeds the faith and keeps a constant bond with Allah. Moments of dhikr and invocation bring serenity and inner peace to the believer on their spiritual path.
The Sayyid al-Istighfar (the best way of asking forgiveness) is the invocation beginning Allahumma anta Rabbi, la ilaha illa ant, khalaqtani wa ana abduk. Reported in the Sahih of Al-Bukhari, it brings together the acknowledgement of Allah's lordship, the admission of one's faults and the request for forgiveness. The hadith recommends saying it morning and evening with conviction.
Which dua should be said before sleeping and on waking?
Before sleeping, the Prophet ﷺ used to say Bismika Allahumma amutu wa ahya (In Your name, O Allah, I die and I live). On waking, one says Alhamdulillahil-ladhi ahyana ba'da ma amatana wa ilayhin-nushur (Praise be to Allah who brought us back to life after having caused us to die, and to Him is the resurrection). Both invocations are reported by Al-Bukhari.
Which dua should be said before and after the meal?
Before eating, one says Bismillah; if it is forgotten, one says during the meal Bismillahi awwalahu wa akhirahu. After the meal, one thanks Allah, for example with Alhamdulillahil-ladhi at'amana wa saqana wa ja'alana minal-muslimin (Praise be to Allah who has fed us, given us drink and made us Muslims). The page gives these formulas in Arabic, transliteration and English.
Which dua should be recited for a sick person?
The invocation reported in the Sahih of Al-Bukhari and of Muslim is Allahumma Rabban-nas, adhhibil-ba's, ishfi antash-Shafi, la shifa'a illa shifa'uk, shifa'an la yughadiru saqama: “O Allah, Lord of mankind, take away the harm and heal, You are the Healer, there is no healing but Yours, a healing that leaves no illness behind”. You can also ask for a dua from the community.
Should duas be recited in Arabic?
It is recommended to recite the duas passed on by the Prophet ﷺ in their Arabic wording, which is why the transliteration is useful for non-Arabic speakers. According to most scholars, calling upon Allah in one's own language is allowed outside the prayer; within the prayer, the schools differ. In every case, understanding the meaning of what one says strengthens the presence of the heart. Round it off with the daily dhikr.
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