Incorporating daily remembrance of Allah (dhikr) and supplication (dua) into our routines is greatly emphasized in Islam. The Quran and Sunnah outline core adhkar and prayers to recite routinely for protection, forgiveness, fulfillment of needs, and drawing nearer to Allah. This article highlights key supplications Prophet Muhammad (SAW) used to recite and teach his companions, which all Muslims should follow daily.
Understanding Dhikr and Dua
Dhikr refers to the regular remembrance of Allah through His names, praising Him, and reciting key Quranic verses. Dua means humbly supplicating to Allah alone by asking for His aid, forgiveness, mercy, and more. Daily dhikr and dua provide spiritual nourishment and tranquility.
Benefits of Daily Supplication
Cultivating a habit of daily dhikr and dua as taught by Prophet Muhammad (SAW) has tremendous benefits, including:
Increasing faith and awareness of Allah
Receiving Allah’s mercy, blessings, and forgiveness
Building a direct connection with the Divine
Gaining peace and contentment
Boosting positivity and protection
Purifying hearts and intentions
Having duas more likely to be answered
Allah loves it when believers remember Him often and directly seek His help.
Key Daily Supplications and When to Recite Them
Here are impactful supplications the Prophet (SAW) recited and taught his companions to make part of their daily routines at specific times:
Morning Supplications
Adhkar al-Sabah - Extensive morning dua with verses praising Allah, seeking forgiveness and more. Recite after Fajr.
“We have reached the morning and at this very time all sovereignty belongs to Allah, Lord of the worlds. O Allah, I ask You for the good of this day..." Recite at start of day.
Evening Remembrances
Adhkar al-Masaa’ - Major evening dua seeking forgiveness, protection, Paradise. Recite after Maghrib.
"We reach the evening and at this very time all sovereignty belongs to Allah, Lord of the worlds..." Recite at end of day.
Before Sleeping
Ayat al-Kursi, last verses of Surah Baqarah, Surah Nas, Surah Falaq - For security from evil and harm.
Upon Waking
“Alhamdulillahil-lathee ahyaanaa ba’da maa amaatanaa wa ilayhin-nushoor” - Thanking Allah for life after death.
Between Obligatory Prayers
SubhanAllah (33 times), Alhamdullilah (33 times), Allahu akbar (34 times)
“Laa ilaaha ill-Allaah wahdahu laa shareeka lah, lahul-mulku wa lahul-hamdu wa huwa ‘ala kulli shay’in qadeer.”
General Day & Night
“SubhanAllah wa bihamdihi, SubhanAllah il-adheem.”
“Laa ilaaha ill-Allaahu wahdahu laa shareeka lahu, lahu’l-mulku wa lahu’l-hamdu yuhyi wa yumeetu wa huwa ‘ala kulli shay’in qadeer.”
Istighfar - Seeking Allah’s forgiveness by saying “Astaghfirullah”
Upon Leaving Home
“Bismillah, tawakkaltu ‘alallah, la hawla wa la quwwata illa billah” - Trusting in Allah’s protection and sufficiency when going out.
Incorporating Daily Dhikr Into Modern Life
Here are some tips to consistently remember these key supplications from the Sunnah amid busy schedules:
Set reminders on your phone/watch for certain adhkar at their prescribed times.
Have a written copy of supplications handy to read whenever you have free time.
Recite them while commuting or waiting in lines instead of idling.
Repeat verses orally while getting dressed, cooking, cleaning, exercising.
Record yourself reciting adhkar and play them back frequently.
For children, make dua learning fun with songs or visual aids.
Follow online Islamic channels providing resources about daily dhikr.
Join virtual communities to exchange tips about building regular remembrance.
Make sincere intention (niyyah) to wake up for late night dhikr even just 10 mins.
Maintaining Daily Remembrance
To ingrain daily dhikr into our lives consistently, we should:
Start small, such as with just one or two adhkar, and build up steadily.
Choose times when we can be attentive when reciting, not multitasking.
Understand the deeper meanings of supplications to internalize them.
Reflect on the blessings Allah bestows on us when He answers our prayers.
Avoid sinful acts that can prevent acceptance and benefits of dhikr.
Set goals for memorizing longer dhikr or number of repetitions.
Regularly reciting these impactful supplications from the Sunnah will enrich our faith, keep us mindful of Allah, and draw Divine aid and mercy into every facet of our lives.
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