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What Is Dua Qunoot?
A prayer called Dua Qunoot is recited during the Witr prayer. At the conclusion of the third rakat (unit of prayer), before the salam (last salutation), a standing prayer is offered. Although the dua is primarily recited in Arabic, translations are also offered.
The dua is an appeal to Allah for assistance and pardon. Additionally, it conveys the worshipper’s faith in Allah, confidence in Him, and appreciation for His favors. The dua also begs for mercy from Allah and protection from His wrath.
No particular dua needs to be uttered during the third Rakat of Witr. However, a well-known dua is chanted frequently. It is reported that the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) taught his companions this dua.
A recommended (mustahab) component of the Witr prayer is Dua e Qunoot. It is not, however, obligatory (fard). A person’s prayer is still considered valid even if they do not recite the dua.
Although the dua can be recited in any language, Arabic is recommended. Even if someone doesn’t speak Arabic, they can repeat the dua in its translation.
Hadith On Dua Qunoot
The Hadith, narrated by Abu Hurairah, says:
The Prophet (peace be upon him) used to recite Dua e Qunoot in the Witr prayer, asking Allah for guidance and forgiveness. (Sahih Muslim, 756)
Dua Qunoot English
“O Allah, we seek Your help and ask for Your forgiveness and believe in You and rely on You and praise You and thank You and are not ungrateful to You. We renounce and turn away from those who disobey You. O Allah, we worship only You and pray to You and prostrate before You and turn to You in repentance and worship You and hope for Your mercy and fear Your punishment, for Your punishment is surely inflicted on the disbelievers.”
Dua Qunoot Arabic
اَللَّهُمَّ إنا نَسْتَعِينُكَ وَنَسْتَغْفِرُكَ وَنُؤْمِنُ بِكَ وَنَتَوَكَّلُ عَلَيْكَ وَنُثْنِئْ عَلَيْكَ الخَيْرَ وَنَشْكُرُكَ وَلَا نَكْفُرُكَ وَنَخْلَعُ وَنَتْرُكُ مَنْ ئَّفْجُرُكَ اَللَّهُمَّ إِيَّاكَ نَعْبُدُ وَلَكَ نُصَلِّئ وَنَسْجُدُ وَإِلَيْكَ نَسْعأئ وَنَحْفِدُ وَنَرْجُو رَحْمَتَكَ وَنَخْشآئ عَذَابَكَ إِنَّ عَذَابَكَ بِالكُفَّارِ مُلْحَقٌ
“Allahumma inna nasta’eenuka wa nastaghfiruka wa nu’minu bika wa natawakkalu ‘alayka wa nuthni’ ‘alayka al-khayr wa nashkuruka wa la nakfuru ka wa nakhla’u wa nutruku man ifjuruka. Allahumma iyyaka na’budu wa laka nusalli wa nasjudu wa ilayka nas’aa’ wa nahfidu wa narjoo rahmataka wa nakhshaa’ ‘adhabaka, inn ‘adhabaka bi’l-kuffari mulhaq.”
Dua Qunoot English Translation
اے اللہ ہم تجھ سے مدد مانگتے ہیں اور تجھ سے بخشش مانگتے ہیں اور تجھ پر ایمان رکھتے ہیں اور تجھ پر بھروسہ کرتے ہیں اور تیری حمد و ثنا کرتے ہیں اور تیرے ناشکرے نہیں ہیں، ہم تیری نافرمانی کرنے والوں سے دست بردار اور منہ پھیر لیتے ہیں، اے اللہ ہم صرف عبادت کرتے ہیں۔ تو اور تجھ سے نماز پڑھتا ہے اور تیرے آگے سجدہ کرتا ہے اور تیری طرف توبہ کرتا ہے اور تیری عبادت کرتا ہے اور تیری رحمت کی امید رکھتا ہے اور تیرے عذاب سے ڈرتا ہے، کیونکہ تیرا عذاب کافروں پر لازم ہے۔
FAQs
How Do I Recite Dua Qunoot?
The third Rakat of the Witr prayer is the time to stand upright and say Dua Qunoot. Following that, raise your hands and say the dua. The dua can be recited in Arabic or in your own tongue. Lower your hands and continue the rakat as usual after you have done reciting the dua.
Is It Permissible To Recite Dua Qunoot In Other Languages?
Yes, reciting Dua Qunoot in various languages is allowed. However, since the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) spoke Arabic, it is preferable to recite it in that tongue.
What Is The Significance Of Dua Qunoot?
A strong prayer known as Dua Qunoot can be used to ask Allah for assistance and direction. It is a time to consider our failings and ask Allah for His pardon. It is also a moment for us to thank Allah for His favors and to implore Him to keep us safe.
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