10 essential duas every Muslim must recite during Ramadan

Prayer plays a central role in these practices, and reciting duas (supplications), Quran verses, and hadiths (sayings of Prophet Muhammad) are powerful ways to seek blessings and guidance during this blessed month.

Duas are especially important as they allow us to directly communicate with Allah, express our gratitude, seek forgiveness, and request guidance. They are a beautiful way to connect our hearts with the Almighty.

Important duas for Ramadan

While there are countless beautiful duas to recite throughout Ramadan, here are 10 essential ones every practising Muslim should know:

1. Dua for Fasting: “Allahumma inni nawwaitu an أصومَ (asuma) Ghadًا li Ramadana, fa taqabbalhu minni ya Allahumma” (Meaning: “O Allah, I intend to fast tomorrow for Ramadan, so please accept it from me, O Allah.”)
2. Dua for Breaking Fast: “Allahumma laka sumtu wa bika a ftutahu wa `ala rizqika aftartu” (Meaning: “O Allah, for You I fasted, and with You I break my fast, and upon Your provision I break my fast.”)
3. Dua for Laylatul Qadr: “Allahumma innaka laylatul-Qadri laysat ta’ralamuha ahanna fiha faghfirlana fi kulla lailatun min Ramadana” (Meaning: “O Allah, You know Laylatul Qadr (the Night of Power) and we do not know it, so forgive us in every night of Ramadan.”)
4. Dua for Forgiveness: “Allahumma innaka afuwwun tuhibbul-‘afwa, fa’fuanni” (Meaning: “O Allah, You are the Most Forgiving, and You love forgiveness, so forgive me.”)
5. Dua for Mercy: “Rabbighfir warham wa anta khayrur-rahimeen” (Meaning: “My Lord, forgive and have mercy, and You are the Most Merciful.”)
6. Dua for Guidance: “Rabbi a’udhu bika min azhabil-jahannam wa min azhabil-qabri wa min fitnati d-dunya wal-akhira wa min fitnati l-mahya wa l-mamati” (Meaning: “My Lord, I seek refuge in You from the punishment of Hell and from the punishment of the grave and from the trials of this world and the Hereafter and from the trials of life and death.”)
7. Dua for Good Deeds: “Allahumma a’inni ‘ala dhikrika wa shukrika wa husni ‘ibadatika” (Meaning: “O Allah, help me in remembering You, and in thanking You, and in worshipping You well.”)
8. Dua for Paradise: “Allahumma inni a’udhu bika min an ukhraja min Ramadana wa anta la targhadanni min ‘abdika l-muttaqina” (Meaning: “O Allah, I seek refuge in You from exiting Ramadan while You are not pleased with me.”)
9. Dua for Protection: “A’وذُكَ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللهِ التَّامَّاتِ مِنْ جَمِيعِ الشَّيَاطِينِ وَالْوَسْوِسِ” (Meaning: “I seek refuge in You with the perfect words of Allah from all devils and from the disturbing whisper.”)
10. Dua for Family and Friends: “Allahummaghfir li wa li-walidayya wa li-l-mu’minin wal-mu’minat” (Meaning: “O Allah, forgive me, my parents, and the believing men and women.”)

These are just a few examples, and there are countless other powerful duas you can explore throughout Ramadan. Remember, the most important thing is to recite them with sincerity and devotion.

By incorporating these duas into your daily routine, you can deepen your connection with Allah and make your Ramadan experience even more meaningful.