Making dua (supplication) is a powerful way to connect with Allah (SWT). However, certain times are more blessed, ensuring that your prayers are more likely to be accepted. Let's explore these moments:
1. During the Last Third of the Night 🌙
The last third of the night is a time of deep serenity and connection with Allah. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said:
"Our Lord descends every night to the lowest heaven when the last third of the night remains, and says: Who will call upon Me, that I may answer him? Who will ask of Me, that I may give him? Who will seek My forgiveness, that I may forgive him?" (Sahih al-Bukhari).
Instance from the Prophet’s Life: The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) would often rise in the last third of the night to pray Tahajjud, making long and heartfelt supplications. This was a time when he sought guidance, strength, and closeness to Allah, especially during difficult periods of his life.
2. Between the Adhan and Iqamah 📿
This time between the call to prayer (Adhan) and the commencement of the prayer (Iqamah) is filled with blessings. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said:
"Dua between the Adhan and the Iqamah is not rejected." (Sunan Abu Dawood).
Instance from the Prophet’s Life: The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was known to encourage his companions to make dua during this time, as he understood the power of supplication in those moments. He personally utilized this time to ask Allah for victory and guidance before battles and significant events.
3. During Sujood (Prostration) 🕋
One of the closest moments a believer is to Allah is while in sujood. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) encouraged us to make dua in this state, saying:
"The nearest a servant comes to his Lord is when he is prostrating, so make supplication in this state." (Sahih Muslim).
Instance from the Prophet’s Life: During times of distress, the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) would lengthen his sujood, humbling himself before Allah and making fervent duas. This was particularly noted during the Battle of Badr, where he spent the night in prostration, asking for Allah’s help.
4. On Fridays (Especially During the Last Hour) 🕌
Fridays hold a special place in Islam, especially the last hour before Maghrib. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) mentioned:
"There is a time on Friday during which if a Muslim asks Allah for something good, He will give it to him." (Sahih al-Bukhari).
Instance from the Prophet’s Life: The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) would make a special effort to increase his supplications on Fridays, particularly in the last moments before Maghrib. He would encourage the companions to do the same, highlighting the importance of this time.
5. While Fasting and Breaking the Fast 🌅
The dua of a fasting person is highly regarded, especially when breaking the fast. As mentioned by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH):
"The prayer of the fasting person will not be refused." (Sunan Ibn Majah).
Instance from the Prophet’s Life: During Ramadan, the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) would make specific duas at the time of breaking his fast, asking for forgiveness and strength. His duas were full of gratitude and hope, serving as a guide for Muslims worldwide.
6. While Travelling ✈️
Dua made during travel holds special significance. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said:
"Three supplications are not rejected: the supplication of a parent for his child, the supplication of the fasting person, and the supplication of the traveler." (Sunan al-Tirmidhi).
Instance from the Prophet’s Life: When the Prophet (PBUH) would set out on a journey, he would make dua for safety and blessings on the road. He also taught specific duas to recite when starting and ending a journey, highlighting the importance of seeking Allah’s protection and guidance during travel.
7. When it Rains ☔
Rain is considered a mercy from Allah, and the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) encouraged making dua during this time. He said:
"Two will not be rejected: Supplication when the Adhan (call of prayer) is being called, and at the time of the rain." (Sunan Abu Dawood).
Instance from the Prophet’s Life: The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) would make dua when it rained, often asking Allah for beneficial rain and protection from harmful downpours. This was a practice he encouraged among his companions as well.
8. On the Day of Arafah 🕋
The Day of Arafah, which occurs during Hajj, is one of the most significant days for making dua. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said:
"The best supplication is the supplication on the Day of Arafah." (Sunan al-Tirmidhi).
Instance from the Prophet’s Life: During the Farewell Pilgrimage, the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) spent the Day of Arafah making long and profound duas, teaching the importance of this day for seeking Allah’s forgiveness and blessings.
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