DUAS OR SUPPLICATIONSOF

Distinction of Ibrahim (AS)

(Nahl,16:120] 016.120 Abraham was indeed a model, devoutly obedient to Allah, (and) true in Faith, and he joined not gods with Allah:

Purpose of this presentationIbrahim (AS) as a role model

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There was indeed in them an excellent example for you to follow,- for those whose hope is in Allah and in the Last Day. But if any turn away, truly Allah is Free of all Wants, Worthy of all Praise.(60:6)

Dua in earlier stage of Dawah

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• "Our Lord! in Thee do we trust, and to Thee do we turn in repentance: to Thee is (our) Final Goal.

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• Our Lord! Make us not a (test and) trial for the Unbelievers, but forgive us, our Lord! for Thou art the Exalted in Might, the Wise."

60:4-5 (Al-Mumtahina)

WISDOM AND LESSONS OF THIS DUA

• Believers are to place complete trust in Allah (SWT) specially in hard times.

• They seek help only from Him and know end result of all matters is with Him alone.

• They beg from Allah (SWT) not to be made a trial for disbelievers.

• They seek forgiveness for their sins. This expression of humility before Allah (SWT) brings his Mercy and Kindness.

What is Fitna or trial for disbelievers?

• If we fail in our mission, disbelievers will become more arrogant and oppressive.

• Disbelievers’ atrocities exceed to the level that believers bow down before them

• Believers may become so desperate in the face of oppression that they use immoral ways to face it.

Surah Shu’ara 26:83-86

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• O my Lord! bestow wisdom on me, and join me with the righteous;

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• Grant me honorable mention on the tongue of truth among the latest (generations);

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• Make me one of the inheritors of the Garden of Bliss;

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• Forgive my father, for that he is among those astray;

Surah Shu’ara 26:87-89

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• And let me not be in disgrace on the Day when (men) will be raised up;-

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• The Day whereon neither wealth nor sons will avail,

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• But only he (will prosper) that brings to Allah a sound heart;

Meaning and Message of this Dua

• He asks for wisdom, ability and company of righteous to fulfill his prophetic mission of Dawah IL Allah.

• He requests for honorable mention by the latter generations. There are 3 types of notoriety:

1- False fame

Love to be praised for what they have not done.(3:188)2- Ria or show off.

Not those who spend of their substance, to be seen of men, but have no faith in Allah and the Last Day (4:38)

3- Actions only for the sake of Allah (SWT) but it is recognized by others. He made dua for this type of good name.

Message of this dua

• He begs for Jannah full of His Bounties. •

Allah calls by His Grace to the Garden (of bliss) and forgiveness.(2:221)

Be ye foremost (in seeking) Forgiveness from your Lord, and a Garden (of Bliss), the width whereof is as the width of heaven and earth (57:21)• He asks Allah(SWT) protection from humiliation on the day

of judgment and asks for forgiveness of his father. • Allah (SWT) accepted all of his duas except for his father.

Dua for righteous children

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O my Lord! Grant me a righteous (son).(37:100)

Praise be to Allah, Who hath granted unto me in old age Ismail and Isaac: for truly my Lord is He, the Hearer of Prayer! (Ibrahim,14:39)

Dua on leaving Hajira (AS) in lonely desert valley

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• Our Lord! I have made some of my offspring to dwell in a valley without cultivation, by your Sacred House; in order, O our Lord, that they may establish regular Prayer: so fill the hearts of some among men with love towards them, and feed them with fruits: so that they may give thanks.

Message of this dua

• He left his wife and infant son in uninhabited valley submitting to Allah’s command

• He did not wish for any material benefits for them

• He was leaving them so Salah is established

• He prayed that his son and family have such conduct that people are attracted to them

• O’Allah! Grant them fruits so they are thankful to you and people see your signs

Dua after building Kaaba

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• And remember Abraham and Isma'il raised the foundations of the House (With this prayer): "Our Lord! Accept (this service) from us: For Thou art the All-Hearing, the All-knowing. (Baqarah,2:127)

Message of this dua

• We built this Ka’ba as global center of Ibadah according to your command

• You know our intention is to please you

• You listen to the calls of our tongue and our hearts

• O’ our Lord! Accept our deed by making this house center of Ibadah and grant us your pleasure.

• There is extreme humility and longing here.

Dua for himself and his progeny

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Our Lord! make of us Muslims, bowing to Thy (Will), and of our progeny a people Muslim, bowing to Thy (will); and show us our place for the celebration of (due) rites; and turn unto us (in Mercy); for Thou art the Oft-Returning, Most Merciful. (Baqarah,2:18)

Meaning of thin dua

• Believer worries not only about his salvation but also for his children.

• Being Da’I he knows and invokes that he and his children be true practicing Muslims

• As Da’I he must then propagate his message of truth to everyone since he was appointed as Imam of mankind.

• He seeks Allah(SWT) Mercy and forgiveness if some shortfalls are left in this mission.

Dua for future generations

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Our Lord! send amongst them a Messenger of their own, who shall rehearse Thy Signs to them and instruct them in scripture and wisdom, and sanctify them: For Thou art the Exalted in Might, the Wise.“ (Baqarah,2:129)

Message of this dua

• He was not only concerned about the guidance of his generation but the generations to come.

• He realized that this valley of Makah located in the center of the world will become center of Islamic Dawah.

• He made dua for a Prophet to be raised amongst these people so they are duly honored.

Characteristics of the Prophet to be raised in Arabia

• 1- He will bring book with guidance in all matters of life. He will recite this book.

• 2- He will teach the book with his words and actions both in conduct and character.

• 3- He will teach them the wisdom necessary to interpret and implement the verses of this book.

• 4- He will purify their thoughts, actions in accordance with the teachings of this book.

Acceptance of this dua- about 2500 years latter Mohammad(SAW) sent

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• It is He Who has sent amongst the Unlettered a messenger from among themselves, to rehearse to them His Signs, to sanctify them, and to instruct them in Scripture and Wisdom,- although they had been, before, in manifest error.(Jumua,62:2)

Dua for Makah

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• And remember Abraham said: "My Lord, make this a City of Peace, and feed its people with fruits,-such of them as believe in Allah and the Last Day (Baqarah,2:126)

Meaning of this dua

• Peace and security is needed for proper Ibadah

• Peace was also needed for Makah in order for it to become global center of Ibadah

• In tribal rivalries in Arabia led to battles.

• Allah (SWT) accepted both parts of this dua.

• Makah always enjoyed the status of a peaceful place and always have abundance of fruits.

Blessings of Haram Kabah

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• Do they not then see that We have made a sanctuary secure, and that men are being snatched away from all around them? Then, do they believe in that which is vain, and reject the Grace of Allah?(Ankabut, 29:67)

2nd Dua in Makah when it has been populated

Remember Abraham said: "O my Lord! make this city one of peace and security: and preserve me and my sons from worshipping idols.

O my Lord! they have indeed led astray many among mankind; He then who follows my (ways) is of me, and he that disobeys me,- but Thou art indeed Oft-forgiving, Most Merciful.

Dua in Makah

O our Lord! I have made some of my offspring to dwell in a valley without cultivation, by Thy Sacred House; in order, O our Lord, that they may establish regular Prayer: so fill the hearts of some among men with love towards them, and feed them with fruits: so that they may give thanks.

O our Lord! truly Thou dost know what we conceal and what we reveal: for nothing whatever is hidden from Allah, whether on earth or in heaven.

Dua in Makah

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• Praise be to Allah, Who hath granted unto me in old age Isma'il and Isaac: for truly my Lord is He, the Hearer of Prayer!

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• O my Lord! make me one who establishes regular Prayer, and also (raise such) among my offspring O our Lord! and accept Thou my Prayer.

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• O our Lord! cover (us) with Thy Forgiveness - me, my parents, and (all) Believers, on the Day that the Reckoning will be established!