Du'a (Supplication)

In Islam, duʿāʾ (Arabic: دُعَاء‎, plural: ʾadʿiyah أدْعِيَة), literally meaning "invocation", is an act of supplication. The term is derived from an Arabic word meaning to 'call out' or to 'summon', and Muslims regard this as a profound act of worship.

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Surah . Arabic . Du'a (Supplication)

Are the rewards for reciting a Dua or Surah in English equivalent to those for reciting them in Arabic?

Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi, Sayyed Mohammad al-Musawi is originally from Iraq and heads up the World Ahlul Bayt Islamic League in London. Other than being involved in various humanitarian projects, he frequently responds to... Answered 3 years ago

The reward depends on the intention in your heart and the concentration in your mind. Allah Knows all the languages and He Grants great reward to the sincere believers who duplicate or recite Quran with dedication and humbleness.

Wassalam.

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Marriage . Du'a (Supplication)

I am a sister trying to get married for the sake of Allah, doing some Duas and A'maal. Which authentic ones would you recommend? And is it ok if I have a certain brother from the mosque in mind?

Keep on reciting this Quranic verse (إنَّ هذا لَرِزقُنا ما لَهُ مِن نَفاد

INNA HAATHA LA RIZQONA MAA LAHO MIN NAFAAD.(Sura 38, Verse 54.)

You can write this verse and carry it with you.

Wassalam.

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Hair . Iftar . Hijab . Adhan . Du'a (Supplication) . Woman

Is covering your hair with a scarf when you hear the Azan or when making Dua at the time of Iftar necessary for a Muslim female, or is it an innovation?

Zaid Alsalami, Shaykh Dr Zaid Alsalami is an Iraqi born scholar, raised in Australia. He obtained a BA from Al-Mustafa University, Qom, and an MA from the Islamic College in London. He also obtained a PhD from... Answered 3 years ago

Bismihi ta'ala

There is no shar'i basis for this, and it is not necessary at all.

And Allah knows best.

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Depression . Surah . Du'a (Supplication)

I can’t focus on my prayers due to my depression and it is also impacting my relationship with my family. Is there any Dua or Surah I can read to help me with my condition?

There are many supplications and Quranic verses to be recited in this regard like repeating Istighfaar, repeating Salawaat,v reciting Sura Yaseen and reciting Sura Falaq and Sura Annaas.

Wassalam.

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Islam . Sincerity . Du'a (Supplication)

Is there a way to create a more emotional connection with Islam? I see a lot of Duas that ask you to cry and have sincerity but how does one actually build an authentic connection with the religion?

Amina Inloes, Amina Inloes is originally from the US and has a PhD in Islamic Studies from the University of Exeter on Shi'a hadith. She is the program leader for the MA Islamic Studies program at the... Answer updated 3 years ago

In addition to the previous response, I would add that, from a faith-based perspective, it seems most important to forge an emotional connection with Allah and the Prophet (S), rather than the religion itself. In addition to the prescribed practices, some people find emotional connection through other expressions, such as Islamic art, nasheeds, or literature.

Being a large religion, there are varying ways that Islam is lived, historically and today. It is possible that what is immediately available to you live doesn't work well for you. For instance, I have found that many Sunni Islamic organizations in the United States tend towards a very dry practice of Islam (probably due to the influence of Salafism, as well as due to leaving behind traditions from varying countries and trying to "modernize" the faith), whereas, in many Muslim-majority countries, the practice seems richer. This is just my view. Sometimes, what is available to women in some places differs from what is available to men, and that may also have an effect (especially if women's gatherings are held privately, and one isn't invited).

In any case, some people do well with the more mystically-oriented practices in Islam, some people do better attending intellectual gatherings, some people greatly enjoy the legalistic side, some people like a strong community feeling, some people flourish with activism, and so forth.

Religious leadership is important too - which religious leaders we benefit from tends to be a very personal and individual thing.

Note that I wouldn't consider every group or religious leader that calls themself "Muslim" to be healthy or an authentic representation of what I believe to be the intent of Allah. There are healthy and unhealthy groups in any large religion. So it is always good to keep your eyes open with any religious group and use your good judgment.

However, with that in mind, you could explore what is available to find what best suits you and what you feel to be true and maybe you will find something that "clicks".

Islam . Sincerity . Du'a (Supplication)

Is there a way to create a more emotional connection with Islam? I see a lot of Duas that ask you to cry and have sincerity but how does one actually build an authentic connection with the religion?

More understanding creates more connection with religion. We need to understand that our Creator, Allah, did not Create us with out guidance but Guided us to the proper way of life when He Sent religion to Make our life a real human life which is different from animal life.

It is very useful to recite Quran, and Du'a especially Sahifa Sajjadia ( Supplication numer 20).

Wassalam.

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Du'a (Supplication) . Qunut . Salah (Prayers)

Can Dua al-Faraj be recited instead of Dua-e-Qunoot in the prayers?

Yes. Any Du'a can be recited in Qunoot.

Wassalam.

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Sawm (Fasting) . Du'a (Supplication)

It is recommended to perform Salatul Maghrib before breaking the fast. After performing the SALAH, it is recommended to break the fast with out delay.

Wassalam.

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Wife . Anxiety . Depression . Divorce . Love . Du'a (Supplication)

My wife is suffering from anxiety and depression, and because of this she wants divorce. I love her and do not wish that happens. Is there any Dua which I can recite on her behalf so that she may get out of this state?

1, Try to avoid any act or talk which instigates her anxiety or annoys her. You are her husband and supposed to be the closest human being to her so you should try your best to make her feel happy as much as you can.

2. If she has close persons like her mother, sisters, friend etc who might be able to talk to her to leave the idea of divorce, it should good to request them to do that.

3. If she feels that she needs counseling, try to help arranging good and constructive counseling to make her leave the idea of divorce by explains to her the negative side of divorce.

4. Recite Quranic supplications like RABBANA HABLANA MIN AZWAAJINA WA THURRUYATINA QURRATA A'YUN.

5. Repeat seeking help from Allah by praying :YA GHAFOURU YA WADOUD as many times as you want.

Wassalam.

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Time . Du'a (Supplication)

Which time is perfect for any Dua to get accepted?

Du'a can be accepted every time as far as we sincerely seek from Allah with the Waseela (mean) of His most beloved servants. Allah (SWT) Says in Quran : Seek from Me, I will respond to your supplications. This means that Du'a is accepted when ever you seek from Allah. Nevertheless, there are many special times where Du'a is more recommended like:

1. During Sojood (Prostration) because you will be very near to Allah while you are in prostration.

2. Between Azaan and Iqama.

3. Before sunrise and before sunset.

4. After every Salah (Prayer).

5. On the last sixth part of the night (Sahar).

6. On Laylatul Jumu'ah which is the the night of Thursday.

7. On midday of Friday and before sunset of Friday.

8. When rain starts falling.

9. During and after Ziyarat of Ahlul Bayt (AS) especially after Ziyarat Ashura which is highly recommended every day.

10. During Qunoot of Witr which is the last Rak'ah of Night Prayer.

'And many other times.

Wassalam.

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Du'a (Supplication) . Sin

Is there a Dua to increase one's willpower in order to avoid sinning in private?

ALLAHUMMA SALLI ALA MUHAMMAD WA AALI MUHAMMAD

ASTAGHFIRULLAH RABBI WA ATOUBU ELAYH

LA HAWLA WALA QOWWATA ILLA BILLAH

is very good for many things including protecting from sinning.

Wassalam.

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Love . Salah (Prayers) . Du'a (Supplication) . God (Allah) . Sincerity

How can one deal with the feeling that one's prayers, Duas, love for Allah, and overall Iman is forced and fake?

Such feeling is from your worst enemy Shaitan who always tries to harm us through different ways. After knowing the source of the a satanic thoughts, we need to tackle it by seeking help and protection from Allah. Repeating Istighfaar and Salawaat and reciting Quran and Du'a are very useful.

Read Quran and sayings of the Prophet (SAWA) and Ahlul Bayt (AS) and repeat to remember and understand more.

Wassalam.

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