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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Tawhid . Du'a (Supplication)

What is the Shia Ithna Ashari understanding of Tawheed, especially in the context of making Du'a?

Rebecca Masterton, Dr Rebecca Masterton graduated with a BA in Japanese Language and Literature; an MA in Comparative East Asian and African Literature and a PhD in Islamic literature of West Africa. She has been... Answered 2 weeks ago

The speeches of Imam 'Ali (as) in al-Kafi are a great way to understand tawhid in the school of Ahl al-Bayt (as).

Allah qua Allah (Allah as He is in Himself) is absolutely transcendent, indefinable, eternal, and unknowable. Strictly speaking, He can never be known, because He transcends all conception.

Therefore, He makes Himself known through His Names and Atttributes.

Imam al-Sadiq (as) makes it clear that the Names and Attributes are merely indications of what Allah is; they are not Allah Himself.

Some scholars say that Allah's Attributes are not separate from Him, but neither are they Him. We can use an analogy for a person. We may say that they are 'kind' but their kindness is not essentially them in themselves, which remains hidden from everyone.

The Attributes are not 'things' they are just reflected, or revealed in creation.

Imam al-Sadiq (as) said, 'Do not worship the Attributes.' The Qur'an says that you can call upon Allah using them, however. Again, just as your friend's name is not him. You can call your friend, using his name, but his name is not his essential self.

The Names and Attributes are a 'means' by which we call upon Allah.

Therefore, when making du'a, you can address Allah using any of His Names and Attributes, with the understanding that He in Himself transcends all of them and is not limited by them.

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God (Allah) . Du'a (Supplication)

Is Allah called Al-Hadi Al-Mahdi in certain Duas? If the term Mahdi signifies being guided, how can Allah be seen as guided by anyone else?

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 months ago

Al-Haadiالهادي is one of the Names of Allah (SWT) which means : He, Who guides to the right path.

I don't know any Du'a which calls Allah (SWT) as Al-Mahdi ( The guided). Allah (SWT) is The Guide for every Muslim and no one can guide Him.

If you come across any Dua which call Allah as Al-Mahdi, please send details of it.

Wassalam.

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Marriage . Du'a (Supplication)

I want to marry this lady. Initially, she was interested, but after many problems, she gave up, saying she will marry me only if Allah wants it to happen. I want to make Dua to Allah for us, but am I setting myself up for disappointment?

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 months ago

Bismihi ta'āla

Yes, you are setting yourself up for disappointment. You cannot force yourself onto someone, especially if it seems they are not interested. Your dua to Allah ta'ala should be in asking Him to do what is best for you, and for you to evaluate the situation using reason and common sense.

And Allah knows best

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Mustahabb . Du'a (Supplication)

What are the most recommended acts and supplications I can perform?

After fulfilling all the obligatory acts, the best recommended acts are: helping others especially your parents and relatives then poor and needy, reciting Quran with understanding, reciting supplications with understanding, remembering Allah day and night, being in purity state day and night, remembering the Prophet and his holy Progeny with salutations (ALLAHUMMA SALLI 'ALA MUHAMMAD WA AALI MUHAMMAD) , performing Night Prayer every night, reciting Ziyarat Ashura every day, seeking forgiveness (ASTAGHFIRULLAH RABBI WA ATOOBU ELAYH). These are just few examples of recommended acts.

Wassalam.

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Du'a (Supplication)

Is it permissible to make Dua against someone who mocked me publicly, seek protection from such individuals, and request Allah to handle the situation if it occurs again?

It is permissible and even recommended to supplicate to Allah, The Glorious to protect us from evil people. Regarding making Du'a against others, it is better to pray for forgiveness for you and them and Allah's protection.

Wassalam.

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Stress . Employment . Du'a (Supplication) . Divine Guidance

I am going through a lot of hardship and stress. I have school, so I struggle to find time to apply for jobs. Can I make Dua that the job that is written upon me or best for me should find me or l stumble up it?

All of us need to seek from Allah, The Glorious to Grant us whatever He Know the best for us and never rely on our wishes and thinking and imaginations which are based on our limited knowledge, while Allah (SWT) Knows everything which is good for us. Relying on Allah's order is the best for us.

Wassalam.

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Du'a (Supplication) . Prostration (sujud)

How should we make Dua for someone during Sujood? Is it sufficient to have the intention, or should we specifically change the arabic wording accordingly to refer to that person?

Making Du’a for someone during Salah or Sujood can be in your own language and not necessarily in Arabic. Your Prayer is valid as far as you seek from Allah (SWT) and don’t talk to people.

Wassalam.

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Cancer . Mother . Du'a (Supplication) . Health

My mother has been diagnosed with cancer, and I am looking for specific Duas or prayers to help in her recovery from this illness. Can you suggest any Duas for cancer patients?

Many Quranic verses are very useful in this matter e,g (WA ITHA MARIDHTU FAHOWA YASHFEEN) وإذا مَرِضتُ فَهُوَ يَشفين

Tis verse is in Sura Al-Shu'araa, verse 80.

Repeating it is very useful.

Wassalam.

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

Is it permissible to make Dua in a language other than Arabic during Kunoot in prayer in order to express our needs or requests?

Seeking your needs from Allah (SWT) in your own language is permissible during Qunout after reciting any Du;a in Arabic for Qunout. Du'a of Qomout should involve Arabic part then rest can be in any language.

Wassalam.

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Fear . Family . Anxiety . Health . Du'a (Supplication)

I am worried about myself or a family member contracting an incurable disease, and my work in a medical environment heightens this fear. Is there a specific Dua that can help alleviate my anxiety regarding this situation?

There are many supplications for protection beside repeating Estighfaar and Salawaat and giving Sadaqa. These supplications are mentioned in many books like Mafateeh Al-Jinan. One of these Du'as is (أُعيذُ نفسي وديني وأهلي ومالي وما رَزَقَني رَبِّي بالله الواحد الأحد الذي لم يلد ولم يولد ولم يكن له كفوا أحد.

(O'EETHU NAFSI WA DEENI WA AHLI WA MAALI WA MACRAZAQANI RABBI BILLAH AL WAAHUD AL-AHAD ALLATHI LAM YALID WALAMBYIULAD WALAMBYAKON LAHU KOFOWAN AHAD)

Wassalam.

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Qur'an . Du'a (Supplication) . Tawassul

Does the Quran or any authentic supplication mention the practice of using Wasila or asking someone (whether deceased or alive) to pray on your behalf?

Yes. We have in Quran many verses to prove that:

‘First: In Sura Yusuf, verse 97. The sons of Prophet Ya'qoub said : O our father, pray for forgiveness for us from our sins. He replied them : I will pray pray for your forgiveness. If it was not right to ask someone to pray for your sins, the Prophet Ya'qoub should have told them not to ask, and he should have not accept their request to pray for their forgiveness.

Second: Allah (SWT) in Sura An-Nisa;, verse 64 is teaching us in Quran how to seek forgiveness. ( Had they when they wronged themselves (by sinning) come to you and prayed for forgiveness and the prophet prayed for their forgiveness, should have Allah accepting repentance and Merciful.

These are just two examples from Quran. We have many authentic Hadeeths from the Prophet (SAWA) in this regard.

Wassalam.

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Du'a (Supplication)

I have experienced multiple issues in the past two months, including damaged laptop and phone screens, a bent tablet, and injuries while playing football. Should I be worried? Are there any protective Dua I can recite?

You should not be worried as all what have mentioned are usual incidents in life. You need to be sure that you are not involved in any sinful act or acts and you need to repeat Isteghfaar (ASTAGHFIRULLAH) or (ASHTAGHFIRULLAH RABBI WA ATIUBU ELAYH. It is also very useful to repeat (LA HAWLA WALA QOWWATA ILLA BILLAH) as many times as you can.

payung Sadaqa is also very useful in protecting you from harm or danger or hardships.

Wassalam.