How to perform Dhuha Prayer?
This guide will guide you to easily perform dhuha prayers and dhuha dua and be understood by everyone.
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Table of Contents
- Dhuha Meaning
- Dhuha Prayer Time
- Dhuha Prayer Rakats
- Performing Dhuha Prayer 4 Rakaat With One Salam
- Dhuha Niyyah (Intention)
- How To Dhuha Prayer
- Recitation During Final Sujood
- Dhuha Dua
- The Benefits Of Dhuha Prayer
- Closing: Great Rewards Await
Dhuha Meaning
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al-Dhuha(الضحى) literally can be translated into “The Morning Hours” or “Morning Bright.”
When prayed at the beginning of its time, it is called Ishraaq prayer.
Dhuha prayer is done to forgive sins and as a form of charity.
Abu Dharr reports that Prophet Muhammad said:
Charity is required from every part of your body daily. Every saying of ‘Glory to be to Allah’ is a charity. Every phrase of ‘Praise be to Allah’ is charity. Every saying of ‘There is no God but Allah’ is charity. Every saying ‘Allah is the Greatest’ is charity. Ordering the good is charity. Eradicating evil is charity. And what suffices for that (as a charity) are the tworak’asofDhuha.”
This is narrated by Ahmad, Muslim, and Abu Dawud.
Dhuha Prayer Time
When is the Dhuha prayer time?
Dhuha prayers are performed when the sun has risen in the morning, just one pole high.
– That is about 20-30 minutes after sunrise.
This period lasts until the sun almost slips, that is, before noon.
After entering the noontime, then the dhuha time ends (10 minutes before noon).
Dhuha Prayer Rakats
Dhuha prayers can be performed for two, four, six, or eight rak’ahs – with every 2 rak’ahs 1 salam.
The implementation of this prayer is the same as other circumcision prayers.
It was narrated from Aisyah RA that she was asked about the number of rak’ahs of dhuha prayers performed by the Prophet.
So he replied that he prayed four rak’ahs and added more than that if he wanted.
Similarly, the hadith narrated by Umm Hani’ states that he prayed eight rak’ahs on the opening day of Makkah.
Both of these narrations are found in authentic Muslims.
Additional Fact
Performing Dhuha Prayer 4 Rakaat With One Salam
There is a question from the public on how to perform the Dhuha prayer of 4 rak’ahs at once with one salutation.
The following is the answer shared by Sahibus Samahah Tuan Guru Dato’ Zulkifli Mohamad Al-Bakri, Mufti of Kuala Lumpur Region:
It is sunnah to perform the Dhuha prayer in two rak’ahs of one salam, but if it is performed with four rak’ahs of one salutation (salam), it is acceptable. Refer to I’anah al-Talibin (1/294).
Even so, we think that the dhuha prayer should be performed in two rak’ahs and one salam of four rak’ahs or more because it is closer to the text.
From Ummu Hani R.anha:
أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ يَوْمَ صَلَّى سُبْحَةَ الضُّحَى ثَمَانِ رَكَعَاتٍ كَانَ يُسَلِّمُ مِنْ كُلِّ رَكْعَتَيْنِ
Meaning:
That Rasulullah SAW prayed dhuha eight rak’ahs, performed with salam for every two rak’ahs.
Hadith narrated by Abu Daud, al-Tabarani, Ibn Khuzaimah, and al-Baihaqi.
Wallahua’lam.
Dhuha Niyyah (Intention)
The intention of the dhuha prayer is as follows:
Usholli Sunnatad-Dhuha Rak’ataini Lillahi Ta’alaa.
Meaning:
I pray sunnah dhuha 2 rak’ahs because of Allah ta’ala.
How To Dhuha Prayer
There is no particular setting for the recitation of surahs for this prayer.
But there are some surahs organized by the scholars to be recited.
First Rak’ah
In the first rak’ah, as usual, read surah Al-Fatihah first.
After completing surah Al-Fatihah, follow with the recitation of surah Asy-Syams.
Transliteration
Washshamsi waduhaha. Walqamari ithatalaha. Wannahari ithajallaha. Wallayli ithayaghshaha. Wassamai wamabanaha. Walardi wamatahaha. Wanafsin wamasawwaha. Faalhamahafujoorahawataqwaha. Qad aflaha man zakkaha. Waqad khaba man dassaha. Kaththabat thamoodu bitaghwaha. Ithi inbaAAatha ashqaha. Faqala lahum rasoolu Allahi naqata Allahi wasuqyaha. Fakaththaboohu faAAaqaroohafadamdama AAalayhim rabbuhum bithanbihim fasawwaha. Walayakhafu AAuqbaha
Meaning:
By the sun and its brightness. And [by] the moon when it follows it. And [by] the day when it displays it. And [by] the night when it covers it. And [by] the sky and He who constructed it. And [by] the earth and He who spread it. And [by] the soul and He who proportioned it. And inspired it [with discernment of] its wickedness and its righteousness, He has succeeded who purifies it, And he has failed who instills it [with corruption]. Thamud denied [their prophet] by reason of their transgression, When the most wretched of them was sent forth. And the messenger of Allah [Salih] said to them, “[Do not harm] the she-camel of Allah or [prevent her from] her drink.” But they denied him and hamstrung her. So their Lord brought down upon them destruction for their sin and made it equal [upon all of them]. And He does not fear the consequence thereof.
Second Rak’ah
In the second rak’ah, read surah Al-Fatihah and followed by surah Ad-Dhuha.
Transliteration:
Wadduha. Wallayli ithasaja MawaddaAAaka rabbuka wamaqala Walalakhiratu khayrun laka mina aloola. Walasawfa yuAAteeka rabbuka fatarda. Alam yajidka yateeman faawa. Wawajadakadallan fahada. Wawajadaka AAailan faaghna. Faammaalyateema falataqhar. Waammaassaila falatanhar. WaammabiniAAmati rabbika fahaddith.
Meaning:
By the morning brightness. And [by] the night when it covers with darkness, Your Lord has not taken leave of you, [O Muhammad], nor has He detested [you]. And the Hereafter is better for you than the first [life]. And your Lord is going to give you, and you will be satisfied. Did He not find you an orphan and give [you] refuge? And He found you lost and guided [you], And He found you poor and made [you] self-sufficient. So as for the orphan, do not oppress [him]. And as for the petitioner, do not repel [him]. But as for the favor of your Lord, report [it].
Apart from the two surahs above, you can also read surah al-Kafirun and al-Ikhlas
Recitation During Final Sujood
During the final sujood before the final tashahud, read as follows 40 times:
WaHab Li Yaa-waH-Haa Bu ‘il-man Wa Hikmatan, Waar-zuq-niy, Yaa-raz-zza-qu Kun Liy Mu-saH-Ha-laa
Meaning:
Give it to me, O God the Most Giver of knowledge and wisdom and cheapen sustenance for me, O God the Almighty Sustainer make it easy for me.
Note
Recite this word of tasbih is not mandatory. So the prayer remains valid even if you do not read this tasbih.
Dhuha Dua
Among the prayers that are encouraged to be recited after completing the sunnah dhuha prayers are:
Allahumma innaddhuhaa’a dhuhaa uka
Walbahaa’a bahaa uka
Waljamaala jamaaluka
Walquwwata quwatuka
Walqudrota qudrotuka
Wal’ismata ‘ismatuka
Allahumma inkaana rizqi fissamaa’i fa’anzilhu
Wa’inkaana fil ardhi fa’akhrijhu
Wa’in kaana mu’assaron fayassirhu
Wa’in kaana harooman fathohhirhu
Wa’inkaana ba’idan faqorribhu
Bihaqqi dhuhaa ika wabahaa ika wajamaalika waquwwatika waqudrotika aatini maa ataita min ‘ibaadikassolihiin
Meaning:
Oh Allah, verily the time of Dhuha is, but Your time of Dhuha, all beauty is but Your beauty, all strength is but Your strength, all power is, but Your power and all protection is but Your protection.
Oh Allah, if my rezqi is still in the skies, please let it down, and if it’s still in the ground, please let it out. Please make it easier if it is hard.
If it is haraam, please make it halal, and please make it nearer if it is still far away.
The blessings of the time of Dhuha, Your greatness, Your beauty, Your strength, and Your power; bestow upon us all that you have bestowed unto Your righteous servants.
The Benefits Of Dhuha Prayer
What are the benefits of establishing sunnah dhuha prayers?
Allah gives the advantage to his people to celebrate that vital time by establishing sunnah dhuha prayers.
There are at least five benefits we get when doing dhuha:
1. As the will and the sunnah of the Prophet.
Rasulullah SAW bequeathed to his ummah to habited the sunnah dhuha prayer.
It was narrated from Abu Hurairah that he said,
My beloved (Rasulullah) gave me a message (will) with three things that I never left until I died later; that is, fasting three days every month, praying Dhuha, and sleeping in a state of already performing witr prayers.
— Hadith Narrated by Bukhari
2. Built a house in heaven.
For those who are diligent in doing dhuha will also be developed a house for him in heaven.
This is explained in a hadith of the Prophet SAW,
Whoever prays Dhuha four rak’ahs and qabliyah Zuhr four rak’ahs, a house in heaven will be developed for him. “
– Hadith Narrated by al-Thabrani
3. Get sustenance immediately.
It was narrated from Nu’aim bin Hammar that he said, “I have heard the Prophet SAW say;
Allah said, ‘O son of Adam, do not feel weak to worship Me by performing four rak’ahs of prayer at the beginning of your day; I will surely suffice for you at the end of your day. “
– Hadith Narrated by Abu Dawud
Get the reward of umrah.
4. From Abu Umamah R.A that Rasulullah SAW said,
Whoever comes out of his house in a state of purity to perform the obligatory prayers, then his reward is like a person who performs Hajj. Whoever goes out to perform Dhuha, then the reward is like the one who conducts umrah.”
– Sahih Al-Targhib: 673
5. Getting forgiveness of past sins.
Whoever keeps his prayers, God will forgive him for all his sins, even like foam in the ocean.”
– Hadith Narrated by Ibn Majah and at-Tirmidhi
Closing: Great Rewards Await
At the beginning of surah Ad-Dhuha, Allah says, “By the time of dhuha”.
Imam Arrazi explained that if Allah SWT swears by everything, it shows a great thing and a great advantage.
– This means dhuha is a significant time.
Therefore, it is clear about the advantages of this dhuha prayer and how great the reward is for anyone who performs this sunnah prayer.
Even more extraordinary is the privilege to those who are faithful to do it.
May this sunnah dhuha prayer become part of life’s practice in seeking the pleasure of Allah SWT.
I hope this guide is helpful to you.
If you have any questions, please let me know in the comments section below.
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FAQs
What do you recite during Duha prayer? ›
How to Offer Salat al Duha? You say takbir "Allahu Akbar" This starts the prayer. Another portion (Surah) of the Qur'an. Stand up straight when you says "Sami Allahu liman Hamidah", and say "Rabbana lakal Hamd" in a low voice.
What happens if you pray Duha everyday? ›reported that the Messenger of Allah ﷺ said: “Whoever regularly prays the two rakʿahs of Duha, his sins are forgiven even if they are like [the vastness of] the foam of the sea.”
Can you make dua after Duha prayer? ›Besides the Dhuha prayer, we can also recite plenty of other Duas to seek provisions from Allah s.w.t. as it is also recognised as a form of worship.
Is Duha prayer authentic? ›Salat al Duha is done to forgive sins and as a form of charity. Abu Dharr reports that Prophet Muhammad Sallalahu Alaihi Wasallam said: "Charity is required from every part of your body daily. Every saying of 'Glory to be to Allah' is a charity. Every saying of 'Praise be to Allah' is charity.
Which surah to recite in Duha? ›Surah Ad-Duha was revealed to the Prophet (saw) to relieve him of these negative feelings and to give him hope, positivity, and the assurance that Allah is with him no matter what.
How many Rakats Can you pray for Duha? ›The minimum number that has been reported in the case of Duha prayer is two rak'ahs. There is no text that defines the maximum number of rak'ahs for Duha prayer, but it is proven that the Prophet prayed Duha with four rak'ahs, and with more than that, and with eight rak'ahs, as on the day of the conquest of Makkah.
What does Surah Duha help with? ›Reading surah ad-dhuha aids in the treatment of sadness and anxiety. It serves as a means of consoling us and alleviating our anxieties. It serves as a reminder to keep one's emphasis on the hereafter. He who recites Surah Ad-Duha shall be counted among those whom Allah satisfies.
What are the benefits of Surah Duha? ›We ponder, glorify, worship Allah and find ways to keep Him our hearts! Surah Duha restores our faith and increase our belief in the greatness and power of Allah. Read it and ponder over its meanings.
Can you pray Duha out loud? ›Duha is day prayer and it is silent while witr is night prayer and it is recommended to be loud!
Should you raise your hands when making dua? ›There is no sahih hadith states that raising the hands for dua is a sunnah and a mustahabb act of ibadah done by Muslims after fardh salah. But supplication that is not done after salah is permissible to raise hand, the Muslim should raise his hands with humility to Allah and do it in the way instructed by Muhammad.
Which dua to recite after waking up? ›
Alhamdu lillahil-lathee ahyana baAAda ma amatana wa-ilayhin-nushoor. All praise is for Allah who gave us life after having taken it from us and unto Him is the resurrection.
What do you say at the end of a dua? ›With regard to du'aa' after the salaam, what the Prophet used to do is to say, after finishing the prayer: Astghfir Allah, astaghfir Allah astaghfir Allah (I seek the forgiveness of Allah, I seek the forgiveness of Allah, I seek the forgiveness of Allah).
Can I pray Duha at 12pm? ›Duha Prayer is a prayer the Muslim performs anytime between after sunrise and noon, before the sun settles in the middle of the sky.
Is to be prayed from Duha until noon? ›It is understood from the narration that the virtue of praying at the time of duha prayer when it is extremely hot which is the best time for praying at that period of the day. Though it is allowed to pray Duha even from when the sun rises to midday.
Which prayer app is accurate? ›Recognised by millions of Muslims around the world as the most accurate prayer time and athan / azan application for salah (prayer), Muslim Pro has a full suite of features that will help you practise your religion and deen more purposefully - anytime, anywhere.
Which surah can change your life? ›Surah ad-Duha was revealed to the Prophet ﷺ to relieve him of these negative feelings and to give him hope, positivity, and the assurance that Allah is with him no matter what. From it we too can find peace, hope, and a renewed faith in Allah when we go through similar states of depression, sadness, and hopelessness.
Which surah is for depression? ›The study empirically investigated the idea that Quranic verses (Surah Al-Rehman) can help manage depression.
Which surah is for overthinking? ›Surah Duha, Surah 93, ma sha Allah. Allah subhana wa ta'ala revealed it at a time when our Prophet sallallahu alayhi wasallam was depressed, to soothe him.
How is Dhuha calculated? ›However, based on the method of calculation, Dhuha hours are calculated as the time of Sunrise plus one-third time difference of Sunrise and Subuh. On average, the Dhuha prayer time is around 28 minutes after Sunrise (Astronomy Research Unit, The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia, 2001).
How to recite Surah Duha for depression? ›*Ma wad da'aka rabbuka wa ma qalaa* -Your Lord has not taken leave of you, [O Muhammad], nor has He detested [you]. This is a very powerful verse from Allah telling us that He doesn't hate us and hasn't forgotten us– reminding the depressed person that He is always by his or her side!
How many times should we recite Surah Duha? ›
(i) To recover a lost/runaway person, recite Surah Ad-Duha daily 111 times for 11 days. (ii) To know the outcome of a work (Istikhara) through dream, recite Surah Ad-Duha 21 times after Isha daily for 7 days. (iii) To get rid of fear/nightmares, recite Surah Ad-Duha 7 times before sleeping.
Can dua change something? ›Dua, according to a Hadith, has the unique ability to change destiny (Tirmidhi). All the Prophets (peace be upon them), as we find in Qur'an, resorted to supplications as their ultimate 'weapon' to solicit Allah's help when all their efforts would fail while reforming nations in their respeoctive hostile environments.
Do you say Bismillah before making dua? ›In general it is recommended to say bismillah before reciting any surah, except Surat at Tawba which is not prefaced by the basmallah. “I seek refuge with Allah from the cursed Satan.” Reciting the isti'adha once is sufficient for that recitation regardless how long one recites for.
When Allah accept dua immediately? ›Times when your dua is accepted
The early morning hours (the last portion of the night until the start of fajr - divide the night between maghrib and fajr into three parts). After the adhan.
Dua to remove anxiety
Ḥasbiya Allāhu lā ilāha illā huwa ʿalayhi tawakkaltu wa-huwa rabbu al-ʿarshi al-ʿaẓīm. This supplication appears in the Qur'an. Allah, the Almighty, says, If they turn away, say, “Allah is enough for me. There is no true god but Him, in Him I put my trust, and He is the Lord of the Great Throne.
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What is the dua to remember? ›Allaahumma akrimnee binooril fahmi wa kharrajanee min z'ulumaatil wahmi waftah' a'lainaa abwaaba i'lmak. Wan shur a'lainaa khuzzaanu ma'rifatika yaa arh'amar raah'imeen. Allaahumma waffiqnee fil mut'aala'ti bih'ablee jamee-i' mushkilaatil masaa-ili minal kutubi birah'matika yaa arh'amar raah'imeen.
What do you say before you start dua? ›How to praise Allah SWT when making a dua. It is the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) to start your dua by reciting a verse that reflects praise towards Allah SWT: “O My Lord! All praise be to you as it is suited to your grandeur, your majesty and your splendour, and your magnificent kingdom which knows no bounds…
How do you thank Allah in a dua? ›Dua to praise Allah s.w.t.
Lā ilāha illallāhu wahdahu lā syarika lahu, lahul-mulku wa lahul-hamdu, wa Huwa 'alā kulli shay-in Qadir. Allāhumma lā māni'a limā a'tayta, wa lā mu'tiya limā mana'ta, wa lā yanfa'u zal-jaddi minkal-jaddu. There is no true god except Allah.
The name of Allah سُبْحَٰنَهُۥ وَتَعَٰلَىٰ al-Ghani, the rich or wealthy.
How long is Surah Duha? ›
Al-Ḍuḥā (Arabic: الضحى, “The Morning Hours”, “Morning Bright” ,"The Early Hours") is the ninety-third chapter (surah) of the Qur'an, with 11 āyat or verses.
Can I pray Ishraq at 8 am? ›The time for performing Salah al-Ishraq commences approximately twenty minutes after sunrise, when the sun is above the horizon approximately the length of a spear and the sun becomes so bright it becomes difficult to look at directly. It ends at mid-morning (halfway between sunrise and zenith).
What does Surah Duha talk about? ›As the 93rd chapter of the Quran, Surah Duha focuses mainly on the Prophet. The verses speak of God comforting him during times when others are mocking him as well as recounting some of God's blessings upon him. Based on these blessings God also gives certain commands to him and the believers.
How do I get instant answers to prayers? ›- Evaluate Your Questions. Sometimes I assume that God will simply give me revelation because it's obvious that I need His help and guidance in my life. ...
- Practice Serious Reflection. ...
- Write It Down. ...
- Ask: Is There More? ...
- Invite Revelation. ...
- Move Forward in Faith.
According to a study by CentraState Healthcare System, "the psychological benefits of prayer may help reduce stress and anxiety, promote a more positive outlook, and strengthen the will to live." Other practices such as Yoga, T'ai chi, and meditation may also have a positive impact on physical and psychological health.
What is the most effective way to pray? ›- Know to whom you are speaking. ...
- Thank him. ...
- Ask for God's will. ...
- Say what you need. ...
- Ask for forgiveness. ...
- Pray with a friend. ...
- Pray the Word. ...
- Memorize Scripture.
(i) To recover a lost/runaway person, recite Surah Ad-Duha daily 111 times for 11 days. (ii) To know the outcome of a work (Istikhara) through dream, recite Surah Ad-Duha 21 times after Isha daily for 7 days. (iii) To get rid of fear/nightmares, recite Surah Ad-Duha 7 times before sleeping.
When should I read Surah Duha? ›When we are going through similar feelings of sadness and hopelessness, we too can find peace, hope, and a renewed faith in Allah. Read Surah Ad Duha and ponder over its meanings.
Is Duha prayer Sunnah or nafl? ›With regard to Duha prayer being Sunnah and mustahabb, it was narrated by al-Bukhari (1178) and Muslim (721) that Abu Hurayrah (may Allah be pleased with him) said: My beloved (blessings and peace of Allah be upon him) advised me to do three things, which I will not forsake so long as I live: to fast three days of each ...
Which surah is good for difficult times? ›Surah Al-Inshirah
The 94th chapter of the Quran contains themes of hope and comfort. It was revealed around the same time as Surah Duha. Surah Inshirah urges not to give up under hardships and stress. Prophet Muhammad (pbuh), at that time, was distressed.
Which surah is for marriage? ›
To recite Surah ul-Ahazab, chapter 33, Surah Taha, chapter 20, and Surah Fatih, chapter 48, of the Holy Qur'an. Now these come recommended from the narrations of the Ahlul Bayt, alayhum as-salam, and recite them from time to time.