Dua hajat prayer of needs
In times of difficulty, need, or desire, Muslims turn to Allah for guidance, support, and blessings. One powerful way to seek divine assistance is through Dua hajat prayer for fulfilling needs. This special prayer is a means to present one’s requests before Allah with sincerity and humility.
What Is Salat al-Hajat?
Salat al-Hajat is a voluntary prayer (Nafl) that is performed when a person has a specific need or wish they seek from Allah. Whether it is for guidance, relief from difficulties, financial stability, marriage, health, or any other worldly or spiritual matter, this prayer is a way to connect with Allah and ask for His help.
Hadith on Salat al-Hajat
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said:
“Whoever has a need from Allah or from any person, let him perform ablution properly and pray two rak‘ahs, then praise Allah and send blessings upon the Prophet (peace be upon him). After that, let him say the following dua…” (Tirmidhi, 479)
Perform Dua Hajat: Step-by-Step Instruction
Dua Hajat is a specific sequence made with Salat and pleading your heart. Here’s step-by-step instruction how it’s done:
Make Wudu (Ablution): Make sure you are in a pure state before starting.
Perform Two Rakahs of Prayer: Intent to pray two units of nafl prayer for seeking help from Allah. Read Surah Al-Fatiha and any other surah of your choice in both rakahs.
Offer Dua: Raise your hands after completing the prayer and invoke Allah with all humility and sincerity.
Recite the Dua Hajat: The supplication includes praising Allah, sending blessings upon the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, and expressing your need. A well-known narration provides the wording:
“There is no deity except Allah, the Most Forbearing, the Most Generous. Glory is to Allah, the Lord of the Mighty Throne. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds. I ask You for that which brings about Your mercy and the means of Your forgiveness, enrichment in all good, and freedom from all sin. Do not leave me with my sin, O Allah, nor with any need of mine in which lies Your pleasure, but You relieve it, and fulfill it, O Most Merciful Lord.”
Pour Out Your Heart: Following the recitation of the required dua, express your concerns, desires, and expectations to Allah in your own words.
How to Perform Salat al-Hajat
Step-by-Step Guide
- Perform Wudu (Ablution) – Ensure you are in a state of purity.
- Find a Quiet Place – Pray in a clean and peaceful environment.
- Intention (Niyyah) – Make the intention in your heart to pray Salat al-Hajat for your specific need.
- Pray Two Rak‘ahs – Perform two units (rak‘ahs) of voluntary prayer.
- In the first rak‘ah, after Surah Al-Fatihah, recite Surah Al-Ikhlas (Qul Huwa Allahu Ahad) three times (optional).
- In the second rak‘ah, recite Surah Al-Fatihah followed by another Surah of your choice.
- Praise Allah – After completing the prayer, glorify Allah and send salawat (blessings upon the Prophet ﷺ).
- Recite the Dua of Hajat – The recommended supplication is:
Dua Hajat (Supplication for Need)
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ وَأَتَوَجَّهُ إِلَيْكَ بِنَبِيِّكَ مُحَمَّدٍ نَبِيِّ الرَّحْمَةِ، إِنِّي تَوَجَّهْتُ بِكَ إِلَىٰ رَبِّي فِي حَاجَتِي هَذِهِ، لِتُقْضَىٰ لِيَ، اللَّهُمَّ فَشَفِّعْهُ فِيَّ
Transliteration:
“Allahumma inni as’aluka wa atawajjahu ilayka bi-nabiyyika Muhammadin nabiyyi al-rahmah. Inni tawajjahu bika ila rabbi fi hajati hadhihi lituqdaa li. Allahumma fashaffi‘hu fiyya.”
Translation:
“O Allah, I ask You and turn to You through Your Prophet Muhammad, the Prophet of Mercy. O Muhammad! I turn through you to my Lord in this need of mine, so it may be fulfilled. O Allah, accept his intercession for me.”
Alternatively, you may also make any personal supplication in your own language, asking Allah for what you need.
Best Times to Pray Salat al-Hajat
- During Tahajjud (last third of the night) – One of the best times to make dua.
- After any obligatory prayer – Especially after Fajr or Isha.
- On Fridays – A day of increased blessings.
- In the state of sujood (prostration) – The closest a servant is to Allah.
Dua Hajat Importance
Faith Building: The performance of Dua Hajat reinforces the belief that Allah is the ultimate problem solver.
Spiritual Approach: It increases closeness to Allah through personal communication and dependence.
Relieving Stress: Turning to Allah provides a great deal of emotional solace, and thus anxiety relates to worldly affairs is relieve.
Dua to make someone love you is the best method of seeking help from Allah on any matter, including matters of the heart.
Best Times for Dua Hajat
Though Dua Hajat can be done at any time, there are certain hours which are considered especially favored for this purpose:
When the last third of the night has passed.
Between Adhan and Iqamah.
On Fridays, more especially in the last hour before Maghrib.
After obligatory prayers.
Conclusion
Salat al-Hajat is a powerful spiritual tool for seeking help from Allah in times of need. Through sincerity, humility, and patience, believers can strengthen their connection with Allah and find relief and guidance. No matter what your concern is, trust in Allah’s wisdom and mercy, for He is the Best of Providers.
Dua Hajat teaches the power of dua in every Muslim’s life. Allah urges us to place our trust within His hands and seek for assistance in all our needs, no matter big or small. By means of this supplication, you will find answers to your problems and much relief.
May Allah accept our all prayers and fulfill our needs. Ameen.
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