The Virtues & Etiquettes of Du’a

7. What Prevents Duʿa From Being Accepted 5 MIN READ Sometimes, even after observing the etiquettes of duʿā’, we may feel our duʿā’ remains unanswered. In such cases, it’s vital to reflect: is something preventing our duʿāʾ from being accepted? The Prophet ﷺ would seek Allah’s protection from a duʿā’ that is not accepted: اَللّٰهُمَّ…

6. Those Whose Duʿa Is Accepted 6 MIN READ Not every duʿā’ is equal. Some voices, some moments, and some hearts carry a special nearness to Allah. There are certain people whose duʿāʼ is always answered. What makes their duʿāʼ so powerful? Often, it’s the state of the heart: humbled, sincere, stripped of pride and…

5. Best Times to Make Duʿa 7 MIN READ Although Allah accepts duʿāʾ at all times, there are certain blessed times and occasions when duʿāʾ is more readily accepted by Allah al-Karīm (The Most Generous), and the reward of supplication is multiplied. During these precious moments, increase your supplications to your Most Loving Lord: 1….

4. The Inner Secrets of Making Duʿa 9 MIN READ Beyond outward etiquettes, the true essence of duʿāʾ lies in the state of the heart. These inner states are the keys that unlock the acceptance of your duʿā’: 1. Precede Your Duʿa With a Good Deed The Prophet ﷺ taught the blind man who wished…

3. How to Make Duʿa 8 MIN READ Follow these outward etiquettes to greatly increase the likelihood of your duʿās being accepted: 1. Prepare Yourself With Wudu & Face the Qiblah Abū Mūsā (raḍiyallāhu ʿanhu) reported that when Abū ʿĀmir was killed in battle, the Prophet ﷺ performed wuḍū’, raised his hands, prayed for his…

2. The Virtues of Duʿa 6 MIN READ 1. Upholding the Command of Allah Allah ﷻ commands us in His Book: “And your Lord said, ‘Call upon Me; I will respond to you. Surely those who are too proud to worship Me will enter Hell, fully humbled” (40:60). Duʿā’ is a sign of our humility,…

1. What Is Duʿa? 4 MIN READ “And your Lord said, ‘Call upon Me; I will respond to you’” (40:60). Duʿā’ is a whispering conversation with Allah (ʿazza wa jall), the Creator, Lord and Sustainer of all things. We reach out to Him for assistance, guidance and support because only He can give. He has…