169. Dua Before Wudu (Ablution Dua)
The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said that, whoever doesn't say Bismillaah, his ablution will be invalidated.
Dua Before Wudu in Arabic
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ
Dua Before Wudu English Transliteration
Bismillaah
Dua Before Wudu English Translation
In the Name of Allah
ReferenceIrwa'ul-Ghalil 1/122 ,Ibn Majah No. 397
Benefits of Dua Before Wudu
Benefits of Dua Before Wudu for Peace and Closeness to Allah
- Saying dua before wudu brings peace to the heart and mind before prayer.
- It reminds us to seek Allah’s help and blessings in every action.
- Reciting the dua before ablution protects us from distractions and negative thoughts.
- It helps us focus on the purpose of wudu, making our prayer more meaningful.
- This simple act brings us closer to Allah and increases our faith.
- The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) taught us to begin wudu with Bismillah, which brings blessings to the whole process.
- Making dua before wudu turns a daily habit into an act of worship and gratitude.
FAQ about Dua Before Wudu
Water used for performing ablution must be pure, so impure water is inadequate for performing ablution. Using legally-obtained water: If the water used for ablution is unlawfully acquired, or taken by force, ablution will not be valid.