Losing a loved one is one of the most challenging experiences anyone can go through. It’s a time of intense grief, sadness, and pain. Many people pray for comfort and strength during these trying times. In Islam, there are specific duas (supplications) that are said for those who have passed away.
Reading the Qur’an and giving forgiveness rewards the deceased, and at the same time, the reader is rewarded. So don’t waste time reaching the graveyard. Instead, recite the Qur’an and ask forgiveness for death for them. Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) said: Ask forgiveness for your brother because he will be asked right now.
It is narrated from Hazrat Abo Horaira that Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) said: Verily, Allah will raise in Paradise the rank of His righteous servant, and then the servant will say: Ya Allah! Where did I get this?
(So many virtues were not mine)The Lord will say, “This is because of your children asking for forgiveness.” That is, your children prayed for forgiveness for you, because of which your status was elevated.
Duas for the Dead in islam
It is narrated from Hazrat Ayesha Siddiqah (RA) that a man came to Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) and said: My mother has not lived in this world, and I keep thinking that If my mother told me anything, she would ask me to do charity (order to pay). If I do charity on his behalf, will she be rewarded? Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) said: Yes
Hazrat Saad bin Obadiah (RA) ‘s mother passed away, and she was not present at the time. He pleaded in the court of the Prophet: Ya Rasool Allah! My mother had passed away, and I was not present at that time. If I do any charity on her behalf, will she be rewarded? Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) said: Yes. Hazrat Saad pleaded that I would call you as a witness and say that my garden, called Makhraf, is a charity from him.
Dua for Someone Who Died
“O Allah! Forgive him, have mercy on him, heal him, forgive him, honour his coming, widen his place, wash away his sins with water, snow and hail, cleanse him of such sins, As the white cloth cleanses the dirt, give her a better house in return for this house, give her a better wife than her family, give her a wife better than this wife, admit her to Paradise, protect her from the torment of grave and hell Say.”
It is narrated from Hazrat Saad that he offered in the service of Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH): O prophet! Umm, Saad (i.e. my mother ) has passed away. So (from them) which charity is better? Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) said: Water (feeding), so he dug a well and said, This is the well of Umm Saad.
Hazrat Abo Huraira narrated that a man in the service of Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) said: Ya Nabi! My father died, and he left a fortune, but he did not make a will. I give sadaqah on their behalf; will it be an expiation for their sins? Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) said: Yes
Dua for Those Who Passed Away
“O Allah! Surely so-and-so is under your care and protection, so save him from the torment of the grave and the torment of the fire, and you are faithful and truthful, so forgive him and have mercy on him Most Forgiving, Most Merciful.”
Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) said: When a person gives voluntary sadaqah and does it on his parents’ behalf, his parents get his (full) reward, while his reward is not diminished.
Dua for Someone Passing Away
“O Allah! You are his Lord and You have created him and You have shown him the way to Islam and you have taken hold of his soul and you know its outward and inward. We have come to intercede for him. Forgive him”
It is narrated from Hazrat Abu Jafar (RA) that Hazrat Hassan and Hussain (RA) used to free enslaved people on Hazrat ali behalf after the death of Hazrat Ali (RA).
When Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) passed by two graves, he said: These two dead are being tormented. One of them was not careful with his urine. While the other used to gossip. Then Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) called for one twig and tore it in two. One part was installed on one grave, and the other part on another grave. Then he said: As long as they are not dry, their torment will be lessened.
Dua for Death
Hazrat Abdullah Ibn Abbas narrated for the dead that the Messenger of Allah said: The dead are like those who drown in the grave. He waits for the prayer from his father, mother, brother, or friend. Then, when a prayer reaches her, she is dearer to her than the world and all things in the world.
And indeed, Allah rewards the people of the graves like a mountain for the supplication of the people of the earth. And, of course, the gift of the living for men is to ask forgiveness for them.
Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) said: The example of a dead person in a grave is like one who drowns and waits for the prayers of his parents, brother or a friend. When prayer reaches him, he loves the world more than anything else. Indeed, by the prayers of the world’s people, Allah Almighty rewards the people of the graves equal to the mountains. The best gift of the living for the dead is to ask forgiveness and charity for them.
The Importance of Dua for Someone Who Died
Dua for someone who died is important for several reasons. First and foremost, it is a way to show love and respect for the deceased. It is a way to honour their memory and express gratitude for their time with us.
Dua is also a way to seek Allah’s mercy and forgiveness for the deceased. Muslims believe that death is a transition from this world to the next. It is a time when the soul is judged and assigned a place in the hereafter. Dua can help ensure the deceased is granted a favorable outcome hereafter.
Furthermore, dua for someone who died can provide comfort and solace to the living. It is a way to express grief and sadness positively and productively. It is a way to seek Allah’s guidance and strength during a time of loss.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the best dua for someone who has died?
A: The best dua for someone who has died is the one that is said with sincerity and conviction. It is essential to choose a dua that resonates with you and says it with a pure heart.
Q: Can Dua bring someone back to life?
A: No, dua cannot bring someone back to life. Once a person has died, their soul has left their body, and they cannot return to this world.
Q: Is it necessary to say dua for someone who has died?
A: While it is not necessary to say dua for someone who has died, it is a highly recommended practice in Islam. It is a way to show love and respect for the deceased and to seek Allah’s mercy and forgiveness for them.
Q: Can dua help the deceased in the hereafter?
A: Muslims believe that dua can help the deceased in the hereafter. It is a way to seek Allah’s mercy and forgiveness and ensure they are granted a favourable outcome hereafter.