Dua Month of Ramadan

Ramadan is a sacred month when the gates of Paradise are opened, the gates of Hell are closed, and devils are chained. It is the month in which the Quran was revealed and a time when prayers and supplications (duas) are especially accepted by Allah. Therefore, dua should be sought during this month. 

In this blog, we will present the essential duas that should be recited throughout the blessed month of Ramadan, from sighting the moon to breaking our fast each evening.

Significance of Dua in Ramadan

Duas are at the core of Islam. It is the means of direct communication with Allah. Allah accepts the prayers offered wholeheartedly. The chance of acceptance of the dua increases during Ramadan.

The Quran highlights the importance of dua. Allah says;

وَقَالَ رَبُّكُمُ ٱدْعُونِىٓ أَسْتَجِبْ لَكُمْ ۚ

Your Lord has proclaimed, “Call upon Me, I will respond to you.’’  (Surah Ghafir, 40:60)

Supplication in Ramadan holds immense significance as it is the ‘essence of worship’ and guaranteed to be accepted, particularly at Iftar. 

Hazrat Abu Hurairah narrates that the Messenger of Allah (SAW) said:

“There are three whose supplication is not rejected: The fasting person when he breaks his fast, the just leader, and the supplication of the oppressed person; Allah raises it up above the clouds and opens the gates of heaven to it. And the Lord says: ‘By My might, I shall surely aid you, even if it should be after a while.’” (Jami at-Tirmidhi 3598).

Ramadan is the holiest month. It should be observed respectfully. Follow the rules of Ramadan to make it spiritually enriching.  

Dua to Reach the Month of Ramadan

Ramadan is the blessed month, and Muslims await its arrival. There are several duas that Muslims recite to reach the month of Ramadan. 

The most widely recited phrase expressed by Muslims as the month approaches is:

اَللّٰهُمَّ بَلِّغْنَا رَمَضَان

Allahumma Ballighna Ramadan

 "O Allah, let us reach Ramadan

You can also recite this dua to reach the holy month of Ramazan.

اَللّٰهُمَّ سَلِّمْنِي لِرَمَضَانَ، وَسَلِّمْ رَمَضَانَ لِي، وَتَسَلَّمْهُ مِنِّي مُتَقَبَّلًا

Allahumma Sallimni li-Ramadan, wa Sallim Ramadana li, wa Tasallamhu Minni Mutaqabbalan.

“O Allah, preserve me until Ramadan, safeguard Ramadan for me, and accept it from me.”

Another concise dua for reaching Ramadan is;

اَللّٰهُمَّ  بَارِكْ لَناَ فِيْ رَجَبٍ وَشَعْبانَ وَبَلّغْنَا رَمَضَانْ

Allahumma Baarik lana fi Rajaba wa Sha’bana wa Balligh-na Ramadan

Oh Allah, grant us blessing (Barakah) during the months of Rajab and Shaban, and allow us to reach Ramadan.

Dua Upon Sighting the Ramadan Moon

Ramadan starts with the sighting of the moon of Ramadan. When you see the crescent moon marking the beginning of Ramadan, it is recommended to make this beautiful supplication.

Hazrat Bilal bin Yahya bin Talhah bin Ubaidullah narrates that when the Prophet (SAW) would see a crescent moon, he would say:

اَللّٰهُمَّ أَهِلَّهُ عَلَيْنَا بِالْأَمْنِ وَالْإِيمَانِ، وَالسَّلَامَةِ وَالْإِسْلَامِ، وَالتَّوْفِيقِ لِمَا تُحِبُّ رَبَّنَا وَتَرْضَى، رَبُّنَا وَرَبُّكَ اللَّهُ

Allahumma ahillahu 'alayna bil-amni wal-iman, was-salamati wal-islam, wat-tawfiqi lima tuhibbu rabbana wa tarda, rabbuna wa rabbuk-Allah

“O Allah, bring this moon upon us with security and faith, safety and Islam, and success in what You love and are pleased with. Our Lord and your Lord is Allah.” ( Jami at-Tirmidhi 3451)

Dua for Intention of Fasting (Sehri Dua)

Before beginning your fast, it is recommended to make the intention in your heart. The intention doesn't need to be verbalized. Read this dua to start your fast.

وَبِصَوْمِ غَدٍ نَّوَيْتُ مِنْ شَهْرِ رَمَضَانَ

Wa Bisawmi Ghadin Nawaitu Min Shahri Ramadan

‘I intend to fast tomorrow for the month of Ramadan.’

The intention in the heart is sufficient according to most scholars, as the Prophet (peace be upon him) did not narrate a specific wording for the intention.

Dua for Breaking Fast (Iftar Dua)

The moment of breaking the fast is a special time when duas are accepted. The Prophet (peace be upon him) emphasized the importance of supplication at this moment. Hazrat Mu'adh ibn Zuhrah narrates that the Prophet of Allah (SAW) used to say when he broke his fast: 

اَللّٰهُمَّ لَكَ صُمْتُ وَعَلَى رِزْقِكَ أَفْطَرْتُ

Allahumma Laka Sumtu wa Ala Rizqika Aftartu

“O Allah, for You I have fasted, and upon Your provision I have broken my fast.” (Abu Dawud 2358)

Dua After Breaking Fast

There are several reported supplications you can make after breaking your fast. This is the most authentic supplication found in Hadith. It is ideally recited after you have actually broken the fast. 

Marwan ibn Salim al-Muqaffa reports that I saw Ibn Umar (RA) holding his beard with his hand and cutting what exceeded the handful of it. He (Ibn Umar) said that the Prophet (SAW) said, when he broke his fast:

ذَهَبَ الظَّمَأُ وَابْتَلَّتِ الْعُرُوقُ وَثَبَتَ الأَجْرُ إِنْ شَاءَ اللَّهُ

Dhahaba al-zama’u wabtallatil-‘urooqu wa thabatal-ajru in sha Allah.

“Thirst is gone, the veins are moistened, and the reward is certain if Allah wills”. (Sunan Abi Dawud 2357)

Dua When Breaking Fast With a Group of People

Ramadan is the occasion when families and friends come together for Iftar. When breaking your fast with a group of people or as a guest, there are specific supplications you can make for your host and the gathering.

Hazrat Anas ibn Malik (RA) narrates that;

The Prophet (SAW) came to visit Sa'd ibn Ubaydah, and he brought bread and olive oil, and he ate them. Then the Prophet (SAW) said: 

أَفْطَرَ عِنْدَكُمُ الصَّائِمُونَ وَأَكَلَ طَعَامَكُمُ الأَبْرَارُ وَصَلَّتْ عَلَيْكُمُ الْمَلاَئِكَةُ

Aftara ‘indakumus-saa’imoona, wa ‘akala ta‘aamakumul-abraaru, wa sallat ‘alaykumul-malaa’ikatu.

“May the fasting people break their fast with you, may the pious eat your food, and may the angels pray for you.” ( Sunan Abi Dawud 3854)

Duas for the Three Ashras (Stages) of Ramadan

Ramadan is traditionally divided into three stages (Ashras). Each consists of ten days. Each Ashra has its own significance and a specific dua associated with it. According to Islamic tradition, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) described these three stages.

First Ashra (Days 1-10): Mercy of Allah (Rahmah)

The first ten days of Ramadan are dedicated to seeking Allah's mercy. During this period, Muslims focus on repentance and asking for Allah's compassion. Read this dua during the first ten days.

رَبِّ اغْفِرْ وَارْحَمْ وَأَنْتَ خَيْرُ الرَّاحِمِينَ

Rabbighfir Warham wa Anta Khairur-Rahimin

O my Lord, forgive and have mercy, and You are the Best of those who show mercy.

Second Ashra (Days 11-20): Forgiveness of Allah (Maghfirah)

The middle ten days of Ramadan emphasize seeking Allah's forgiveness for our sins. This is a time for sincere repentance and asking Allah to pardon our shortcomings. The dua for 2nd Ashra is;

أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللَّهَ رَبِّي مِنْ كُلِّ ذَنْبٍ وَأَتُوبُ إِلَيْهِ

Astaghfirullah Rabbi Min Kulli Dhanbin wa Atubu Ilayh

I seek forgiveness from Allah, my Lord, for all my sins, and I repent to Him.

Third Ashra (Days 21-30): Protection from Hellfire (Nijat)

The final ten days of Ramadan are the most blessed. These nights contain the Laylatul Qadr. This period focuses on seeking refuge from the Hellfire and striving for entry into Paradise.

اَللّٰهُمَّ أَجِرْنِي مِنَ النَّارِ

Allahumma Ajirni Minan-nar

"O Allah, save me from the Fire."

The Laylatul Qadr Dua

Laylatul Qadr is a sacred night that falls during the last 10 days of Ramadan, specifically on the 27th night. There is an authentic dua taught by the Prophet (SAW) to Aisha (RA) for the Night of Decree (Laylatul Qadr). Since this night falls during the fasts of Ramadan, it is highly recommended to recite this throughout the final ten nights: 

Hazrat Aisha (RA) narrates that when she asked, ‘O Messenger of Allah, what do you think I should say in my supplication, if I come upon Laylatul-Qadr?’ He (SAW) said: Say:

 اَللّٰهُمَّ إِنَّكَ عَفُوٌّ تُحِبُّ الْعَفْوَ فَاعْفُ عَنِّي

Allahumma Innaka Afuwwun Tuhibbul-'Afwa, Fa'fu 'Anni.

“O Allah, You are Forgiving and love forgiveness, so forgive me.” (Sunan Ibn Majah 3850)

Taraweeh Dua 

Taraweeh is a special prayer which is offered in Ramadhan after Isha. It is a sunnah prayer and is offered in two rakat. After four rakat, the dua is recited, known as Tasbeeh Taraweeh.

سُبْحَانَ ذِی الْمُلْکِ وَالْمَلَکُوْتِ سُبْحَانَ ذِی الْعِزَّةِ وَالْعَظَمَةِ وَالْهَيْبَةِ وَالْقُدْرَةِ وَالْکِبْرِيَآئِ وَالْجَبَرُوْتِ سُبْحَانَ الْمَلِکِ الْحَيِ الَّذِی لَا يَنَامُ وَلَا يَمُوْتُ سُبُّوحٌ قُدُّوْسٌ رَبُّنَا وَرَبُّ الْمَلَائِکَةِ وَالرُّوْحِ ط ااَللّٰهُمَّ اَجِرْنَا مِنَ النَّارِ يَا مُجِيْرُ يَا مُجِيْرُ يَا مُجِيْر

Subhana zil mulki wal malakut, subhana zil izzati wal azmati wal haybati wal qudrati wal kibriya’i wal jabarut. Subhanal malikil hayyil lazi la yanamu wa la yamut. Subbuhun quddusun rabbuna wa rabbul mala’ikati war-ruh.

“Glory be to the Owner of the World and the Kingdom. Glory be to the Possessor of Might, Greatness, Reverence, Power, Pride, and Majesty. Glory be to the Ever-Living King who neither sleeps nor dies. All-Perfect, All-Holy, our Lord and the Lord of the Angels and the Spirit.”

Dua Upon Completing the Quran (Khatm al-Quran)

Muslims strive to complete the recitation of the Quran during Ramadan. Most huffaz who have memorized the Quran read the entire Quran in Taraweeh. Upon completion, it is recommended to make extensive dua, as this is a time when supplications are answered.

اَللّٰهُمَّ ارْحَمْنِي بِالْقُرْآنِ وَاجْعَلْهُ لِي إِمَامًا وَنُورًا وَهُدًى وَرَحْمَةً

Allahumma arhamni bil-Quran waj'alhu li imaman wa nuran wa hudan wa rahmah

“O Allah, have mercy on me through the Quran, and make it for me a guide, a light, a guidance, and a mercy.”

You can also memorize the Quran online and lead believers during Taraweeh to make the holy month spiritually enriching. 

Simple Daily Duas for Ramadan

For Gratitude and Blessings

الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ رَبِّ الْعَالَمِينَ

Alhamdulillahi rabbil 'alamin

"All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all the worlds."

This simple phrase can be repeated throughout your day in gratitude for the blessing of witnessing Ramadan.

For Strength in Worship

رَبِّ أَعِنِّي وَلَا تُعِنْ عَلَيَّ، وَانْصُرْنِي وَلَا تَنْصُرْ عَلَيَّ

Rabbi a'inni wa la tu'in 'alayya, wansurni wa la tansur 'alayya

"O my Lord, help me and do not help against me, support me and do not support against me."

For Acceptance of Fasting and Prayers

اَللّٰهُمَّ تَقَبَّلْ مِنَّا إِنَّكَ أَنْتَ السَّمِيعُ الْعَلِيمُ

Allahumma taqabbal minna innaka antas-sami'ul 'alim

"O Allah, accept from us, indeed You are the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing."

This is the dua of Prophet Ibrahim and Ismail (peace be upon them) mentioned in Quran 2:127

Dua for Parents 

  رَّبِّ ارْحَمْهُمَا كَمَا رَبَّيَانِي صَغِيرًا 

Rabbi Irhamhuma kama rabbayani sagheera

My Lord, have mercy upon them (my parents) as they brought me up when I was small.

For Protection and Guidance

اَللّٰهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ الْهُدَى وَالتُّقَى وَالْعَفَافَ وَالْغِنَى

Allahumma inni as'alukal-huda wat-tuqa wal-'afafa wal-ghina

"O Allah, I ask You for guidance, piety, chastity, and contentment." (Sahih Muslim 2721)

Dua for the Ummah During Ramadan

Ramadan is a time to remember and pray for the entire Muslim community around the world.

اَللّٰهُمَّ أَصْلِحْ أُمَّةَ مُحَمَّدٍ، اَللّٰهُمَّ فَرِّجْ عَنْ أُمَّةِ مُحَمَّدٍ، اَللّٰهُمَّ ارْحَمْ أُمَّةَ مُحَمَّدٍ

Allahumma aslih ummata Muhammad, Allahumma farrij 'an ummati Muhammad, Allahummar-ham ummata Muhammad

"O Allah, rectify the Ummah of Muhammad, O Allah, relieve the Ummah of Muhammad, O Allah, have mercy on the Ummah of Muhammad."

Duas for the Month of Ramadan PDF

It is highly recommended to seek dua during Ramadan. Every fair-intended dua is accepted during this month. We provide you with a comprehensive PDF of the duas for the month of Ramadan. You download it and memorize these supplications. 

Conclusion 

Ramadan is a sacred month of devotion, where sincere dua (supplication) serves as a primary form of worship for seeking forgiveness, mercy, and protection from hellfire. It is highly recommended to learn and memorize Ramadan duas, especially during iftar, suhoor, and the last ten nights, particularly Laylat al-Qadr.