59. Dua on the Day of Arafah
The Prophet (ﷺ) said: The best supplication is the supplication on the day of 'Arafah. The best dua that the Prophet (ﷺ) recited is -
Dua on the Day of Arafah in Arabic
لَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا اللَّهُ وَحْدَهُ لَا شَرِيكَ لَهُ، لَهُ الْمُلْكُ وَلَهُ الْحَمْدُ وَهُوَ عَلَى كُلِّ شَيءٍ قَدِيرٌ
Dua on the Day of Arafah English Transliteration
Laa ilaaha ill-Allahu, wahdahu laa shareeka lahu, lahul-mulku wa lahul-hamdu, wa huwa ‛alaa kulli shay’in qadeer
Dua on the Day of Arafah English Translation
None has the right to be worshiped except Allah, alone, without partner. To Him belongs sovereignty and all praise and He is over all things omnipotent.
Hadith about the Dua
Arabic Text
حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو عَمْرٍو، مُسْلِمُ بْنُ عَمْرٍو الْحَذَّاءُ الْمَدِينِيُّ حَدَّثَنِي عَبْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ نَافِعٍ، عَنْ حَمَّادِ بْنِ أَبِي حُمَيْدٍ، عَنْ عَمْرِو بْنِ شُعَيْبٍ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنْ جَدِّهِ، أَنَّ النَّبِيَّ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ " خَيْرُ الدُّعَاءِ دُعَاءُ يَوْمِ عَرَفَةَ وَخَيْرُ مَا قُلْتُ أَنَا وَالنَّبِيُّونَ مِنْ قَبْلِي لاَ إِلَهَ إِلاَّ اللَّهُ وَحْدَهُ لاَ شَرِيكَ لَهُ لَهُ الْمُلْكُ وَلَهُ الْحَمْدُ وَهُوَ عَلَى كُلِّ شَيْءٍ قَدِيرٌ " . قَالَ هَذَا حَدِيثٌ حَسَنٌ غَرِيبٌ مِنْ هَذَا الْوَجْهِ . وَحَمَّادُ بْنُ أَبِي حُمَيْدٍ هُوَ مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ أَبِي حُمَيْدٍ وَهُوَ أَبُو إِبْرَاهِيمَ الأَنْصَارِيُّ الْمَدَنِيُّ وَلَيْسَ هُوَ بِالْقَوِيِّ عِنْدَ أَهْلِ الْحَدِيثِ . `
Amr bin Shu`aib narrated from his father, from his grandfather, that the Prophet (ﷺ) said: “The best of supplication is the supplication of the Day of `Arafah. And the best of what I and the Prophets before me have said is: None has the right to be worshipped but Allah, Alone, without partner, to Him belongs all that exists, and to Him belongs the Praise, and He is powerful over all things. (Lā ilāha illallāh, waḥdahu lā sharīka lahu, lahul-mulku wa lahul-ḥamdu, wa huwa `alā kulli shai’in qadīr).’” [Hasan (Albani). Tirmidhi: 3585]
Benefits of Dua on the Day of Arafah
Thinking about dua on the day of arafah brings many good things and calm, making faith stronger and helping Muslims feel close to Allahon this big day.
- When you say this dua with a true heart on the day of arafah, Allahforgives old mistakes.
- This dua helps your prayers get answered, mostly for people doing hajj.
- Makes your faith and trust in Allah’s help and kindness grow.
- It brings people together to remember Allahwith the best words and dhikr.
- This dua is strong for getting good things in this world and the next life.
- It keeps you safe from bad things and gives peace inside when you do dhikr every day.
- Doing this dua follows the Sunnah and helps you feel near to Allahon arafah day.
When to Recite Dua on the Day of Arafah
Dua on the day of arafah is most special at some times, bringing forgiveness and good things.
- Say the dua on the day of arafah in the morning to start your day with blessings.
- Say the arafah dua in the afternoon, after dhuhr prayer, to think more about Allah.
- Keep saying la ilaha illallahu wahdahu la sharika lahu lahul mulku all day until the sun goes down.
- If you are at hajj, say this best dua while standing at arafat and remembering Allah.
- After maghrib prayer, finish the day of arafah with this dhikr to get more mercy.
How to Perform Dua on the Day of Arafah
The way to do dua on the day of arafah is easy, so every Muslim can do this arafah dua.
- Start the dua on the day of arafah after making wudu and turning to the qiblah.
- Say la ilaha illallahu wahdahu la sharika lahu lahul mulku wa lahul hamdu wa huwa ala kulli shay’in qadeer and think about the words.
- Say this day of arafah dua many times, mostly when standing at Arafat on hajj day.
- Add your own prayers for forgiveness and good things while saying the dua for arafah.
- Keep your heart soft and remember Allah’s kindness and power when doing this best dhikr.
Summary
Dua on the day of arafah is very important for Muslims because it is the best dhikr and arafah dua for asking Allahfor forgiveness and good things. This dua brings people together, gives peace, and is said a lot during hajj and on the blessed day of dhul hijjah.
When you say this dua with a true heart, the dua on the day of arafah opens the way for Allah’s mercy, forgiveness, and for your prayers to be heard. Taking time for this dua on arafah day gives hope, comfort, and helps you feel close to Allah, showing every Muslim how strong and kind Allahis.