Dua e Qunoot: A Simple Guide to Its Meaning, Benefits, and Practice

Dua e Qunoot is a special prayer that Muslims say during the Witr prayer, which is the last prayer of the day. This prayer helps Muslims ask Allah for help, mercy, and protection. By understanding and regularly saying this dua, a person can feel closer to Allah and find peace in their heart.

What is Dua e Qunoot?

The word “Qunoot” comes from Arabic and means “obedience” or “devotion”. In Islamic practice, Dua-e Qunoot refers to the prayer made during the Witr prayer, usually after the bowing position (ruku) in the last unit (rak’ah). This dua includes praising Allah, thanking Him, and asking for His forgiveness and guidance. According to Imam Al-Nawawi (رحمه الله), a renowned Islamic scholar, the Qunoot is a supplication of humility and submission, often used in Witr and during times of hardship.

Arabic Text and English Translation

Arabic Text:

اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَسْتَعِينُكَ وَنَسْتَغْفِرُكَ، وَنُؤْمِنُ بِكَ وَنَتَوَكَّلُ عَلَيْكَ، وَنُثْنِي عَلَيْكَ الْخَيْرَ، وَنَشْكُرُكَ وَلَا نَكْفُرُكَ، وَنَخْلَعُ وَنَتْرُكُ مَنْ يَفْجُرُكَ. اللَّهُمَّ إِيَّاكَ نَعْبُدُ، وَلَكَ نُصَلِّي وَنَسْجُدُ، وَإِلَيْكَ نَسْعَى وَنَحْفِدُ، وَنَرْجُو رَحْمَتَكَ، وَنَخْشَى عَذَابَكَ، إِنَّ عَذَابَكَ بِالْكُفَّارِ مُلْحَقٌ.

English Translation:

O Allah! We ask for Your help and seek Your forgiveness. We believe in You and trust You. We praise You and thank You, and we are not ungrateful to You. We turn away from those who disobey You. O Allah! We worship You alone, and we pray and bow down to You. We try our best to please You. We hope for Your mercy and fear Your punishment. Truly, Your punishment will reach those who reject You.

Urdu Translation:

اے الله ! ہم تجھ سے مدد مانگتے ہیں اور تجھ سے معافی مانگتے ہیں اور تجھ پر ایمان رکھتے ہیں اور تجھ پر بھروسہ کرتے ہیں اور تیری بہت اچھی تعریف کرتے ہیں اور تیرا شکر کرتے ہیں اور تیری نا شکری نہیں کرتےاور الگ کرتے ہیں اور چھوڑتے ہیں اس سخص کو جو تیری نافرمانی  رے۔ اے الله! ہم تیری ہی عبادت کرتے ہیں اور تیرے ہی لئے نماز پڑھتے ہیں اور سجدہ کرتے ہیں اور تیری ہی طرف دوڑتے اور رجوع ہیں اور تیری رحمت کے امید وارہیں اور تیرے عذاب سے ڈرتے ہیں، بیشک تیرا عذاب کافروں کو پہنچنے والا ہے

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When and How to Recite it?

Timing:

Say it during the Witr prayer, in the last rak’ah after the bowing (ruku).

Method:

Note: Some traditions allow saying this dua before ruku. Both ways are acceptable.

Benefits of Reciting Dua e Qunoot

Strengthens Faith: Regularly saying this dua reminds us to rely on Allah.

Seeks Protection: It asks Allah to protect us from going astray and from harm.

Promotes Thankfulness: It helps us remember to be thankful for Allah’s blessings.

Encourages Good Behavior: By turning away from those who disobey Allah, we commit to doing good.

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Different Spellings and Names

Dua e Qunoot is known by various spellings and names, including:

All these refer to the same prayer said during the Witr prayer.

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