The Day of Ashura falls on the 10th of Muharram, marking the day Allah saved Prophet Musa (AS) and the Children of Israel from Pharaoh. Fasting this day expiates the sins of the previous year. While there is no specific mandatory Ashura dua, believers are encouraged to engage in general supplications, repentance, and Dhikr.
رَبَّنَا تَقَبَّلْ مِنَّا إِنَّكَ أَنتَ السَّمِيعُ الْعَلِيمُ
Rabbana taqabbal minna innaka Antas-Sami'ul-'Alim.
Our Lord, accept from us. Indeed, You are the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing.
Hadith — Sahih Muslim — Ashura fasting
Authenticity: Authentic practice; no fixed special Ashura dua established
Meaning and Explanation
A Quranic prayer seeking Allah's acceptance of fasting, good deeds, and supplications on Ashura.
When to Recite
On the Day of Ashura (10th Muharram), especially while fasting and at the time of breaking the fast (Iftar).
How to Recite
Recite sincerely during your fast, seek forgiveness (Istighfar), and make personal supplications.
Important Notes
There is no single long fixed 'Dua of Ashura' established in authentic Sunnah. Avoid fabricated or non-authentic specific prayer formulas.
Benefits
Cultivates humility, gratitude for Allah's deliverance of the believers, and hope for forgiveness.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said: 'Fasting the day of Ashura, I hope that Allah will accept it as expiation for the year that came before it.' (Sahih Muslim).
Yes, the Prophet (ﷺ) expressed his intention to fast on the 9th of Muharram (Tasu'a) along with the 10th (Ashura) to differ from the Jewish practice.