The first ten days of Dhul Hijjah are the most blessed days of the Islamic year. Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) taught that good deeds performed during these ten days are more beloved to Allah than at any other time. Muslims should increase Takbeer, Tahmid, Tahlil, and personal supplications.
اللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ اللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ لاَ إِلَهَ إِلاَّ اللَّهُ وَاللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ اللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ وَلِلَّهِ الْحَمْدُ
Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, La ilaha illallahu wallahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar wa lillahil-hamd.
Allah is the Greatest, Allah is the Greatest. There is no deity worthy of worship except Allah, and Allah is the Greatest, Allah is the Greatest, and to Allah belongs all praise.
Hadith — Sahih Bukhari — Dhul Hijjah remembrance
Authenticity: Authentic general dhikr and supplication
Meaning and Explanation
The traditional Takbeer of Dhul Hijjah proclaiming Allah's supreme greatness, oneness, and praise.
When to Recite
Throughout the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah, in mosques, homes, marketplaces, and after prayers.
How to Recite
Recite with a loud and joyful voice individually, and engage in heartfelt personal supplications for forgiveness and guidance.
Important Notes
There is no single fixed 'Dhul Hijjah Dua'; rather, combining Takbeerat with Quran recitation, fasting (especially on Arafah), charity, and personal duas is the established Sunnah.
Benefits
Revives a major Sunnah, multiplies good deeds, purifies the soul, and establishes Allah's remembrance during the best days of the year.
Additional Duas
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
The Prophet (ﷺ) said: 'There are no days in which righteous deeds are more beloved to Allah than these ten days.' (Sahih al-Bukhari). Allah even swears by these ten nights in Surah Al-Fajr.
It is recommended to recite Takbeer, Tahmid, and Tahlil frequently, fast during the first 9 days (especially the Day of Arafah), give charity, recite Quran, and make abundant Dua.