310. Laylatul Qadr Dua (Allahumma Innaka Afuwwun Karim Dua)
Laylatul Qadr dua in arabic
اَللَّهُمَّ إِنَّكَ عَفُوٌّ (كَرِيْمٌ) تُحِبُّ الْعَفْوَ فَاعْفُ عَنِّي
Laylatul Qadr dua in English Transliteration
Allaahumma innaka `Afuwwun [Karimun], tu'hibbul-`afwa fa`fu `annī.
Laylatul Qadr dua English Translation
O Allah, indeed You are Pardoning [Generous], You love pardon, so pardon me.
Ayesha (RA) said, "O Messenger of Allah (ﷺ), should I make du'a on Lailatul Qadr?" Then he (ﷺ) taught me this du'a. This du'aa 'can be recited in the prostration of Salat on Laylat al-Qadr, before Salam, after salaam and on all other days and nights in all Salats and at normal times.
Hadith about the Dua
Arabic Text
حَدَّثَنَا قُتَيْبَةُ بْنُ سَعِيدٍ، حَدَّثَنَا جَعْفَرُ بْنُ سُلَيْمَانَ الضُّبَعِيُّ، عَنْ كَهْمَسِ بْنِ الْحَسَنِ، عَنْ عَبْدِ اللَّهِ بْنِ بُرَيْدَةَ، عَنْ عَائِشَةَ، قَالَتْ قُلْتُ يَا رَسُولَ اللَّهِ أَرَأَيْتَ إِنْ عَلِمْتُ أَىُّ لَيْلَةٍ لَيْلَةُ الْقَدْرِ مَا أَقُولُ فِيهَا قَالَ " قُولِي اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّكَ عَفُوٌّ كَرِيمٌ تُحِبُّ الْعَفْوَ فَاعْفُ عَنِّي " . قَالَ هَذَا حَدِيثٌ حَسَنٌ صَحِيحٌ .
Aishah narrated: “I said: ‘O Messenger of Allah, what is your view if I know when the Night of Al-Qadr is, then what should I say in it?” He said: ‘Say: “O Allah, indeed You are Pardoning, [Generous,] You love pardon, so pardon me (Allāhumma innaka `Afuwwun [Karīmun], tuḥibbul-`afwa fa`fu `annī).’” [Sahih (Albani). Tirmidhi: 3513]
Benefits of Laylatul Qadr Dua
This special dua for laylatul qadr asks Allah for full pardon and mercy, bringing hope, forgiveness, and Barakah to Muslims in the blessed nights of Ramadan.
- Allahumma innaka afuwwun dua brings full forgiveness on shab e qadr night.
- Laylatul qadr dua helps Muslims get Barakah and mercy in last 10 days of Ramadan.
- This dua for forgiveness wipes away old sins and gives a fresh start in life.
- Shab e qadr ki dua brings hope and closeness to Allah in the night of power.
- Making this dua of laylatul qadr keeps Iman strong and Amal pure for Muslims.
When to Recite Laylatul Qadr Dua (Allahumma Innaka Afuwwun Karim Dua)
This laylatul qadr dua is recited in the blessed nights of Ramadan, asking Allah for forgiveness and Barakah, especially when hearts are soft and the night of power brings hope for mercy and new Amal.
- During the last 10 days of Ramadan, Muslims recite laylatul qadr dua for forgiveness.
- On shab e qadr, use allahumma innaka afuwwun tuhibbul afwa for Barakah and mercy.
- While praying in the night of power, make dua for laylatul qadr with full Iman.
- After finishing lailatul qadr prayer, say this dua of laylatul qadr for Allah’s pardon.
- When seeking signs of laylatul qadr, repeat this qadr night dua for more blessings.
How to perform Laylatul Qadr Dua
On the blessed night of Laylatul Qadr, this laylatul qadr dua is recited to seek Allah’s forgiveness and mercy. It is a simple masnoon dua that brings Barakah and is loved by every Muslim during Ramadan.
- After finishing your salah in the last 10 nights, recite the laylatul qadr dua with full hope.
- When you feel the night is special, whisper allahumma innaka afuwwun with a soft heart.
- During your qadr night dua, raise your hands and ask Allah for forgiveness and mercy.
- If you sit for zikr Allah or quranic dua, say this dua for laylatul qadr to get Allah’s pardon.
- Before going to bed on shab e qadr, repeat this dua of laylatul qadr for more Barakah and peace.
Summary
The laylatul qadr dua is a short and strong supplication taught by Prophet Muhammad for the night of power. This dua, allahumma innaka afuwwun, is recited during shab e qadr in the last 10 days of Ramadan. It asks Allah for forgiveness and mercy, as He loves to forgive His servants.
Muslims say this dua for forgiveness on lailatul qadar, seeking Barakah and a clean record of Amal. The main lesson is to ask Allah for pardon with a true heart, as this night brings big rewards. This dua of laylatul qadr shows the best way to seek Allah’s mercy and hope for a new start.