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Tuesday - 20 October, 2026 7-Jumada Al Awwal-1448
Duas for Character and Morals

Dua for Confidence, Eloquence, and Ease

The timeless Quranic prayer of Prophet Musa (AS) asking Allah to expand his chest, ease his task, and untie the knot from his tongue.

In Islam, true confidence is built upon reliance on Allah (Tawakkul) rather than self-centered pride. When Prophet Musa (Moses) عليه السلام was commanded by Allah to face Pharaoh, he prayed for spiritual expansion, courage, and clear speech. Reciting this supplication helps believers overcome public speaking anxiety, fear of failure, job interview nerves, and challenging responsibilities.

Meaning and Explanation

This supplication from Surah Taha requests four critical blessings: 'Sharh as-Sadr' (inner peace and emotional confidence), 'Taysir al-Amr' (divine ease in difficult tasks), and 'Hall al-'Uqdah' (clarity, eloquence, and articulateness in speech so others comprehend your message).

When to Recite

Recite before public speaking, presentations, job interviews, oral exams, court appearances, or difficult conversations.

How to Recite

Recite with conviction and sincerity while preparing thoroughly for your task. Take a deep breath, trust in Allah's support, and speak with humility and clarity.

Important Notes

This prayer is from Quran 20:25-28. Confidence in Islam is rooted in humility toward Allah and trust in His divine decree.

Benefits

Relieves speech anxiety and hesitation, instills calm and self-assurance before big events, improves communication skills, and secures divine ease in difficult trials.

Additional Duas

اللَّهُمَّ لاَ سَهْلَ إِلاَّ مَا جَعَلْتَهُ سَهْلاً وَأَنْتَ تَجْعَلُ الْحَزْنَ إِذَا شِئْتَ سَهْلاً

Allahumma la sahla illa ma ja'altahu sahla, wa anta taj'alul-hazna idha shi'ta sahla.

O Allah, there is no ease except in that which You have made easy, and You make the difficult easy if You wish.

Source

Quran — The Holy Quran — Surah Taha 20:25-28

Authenticity: Authentic — Quranic verse

Quranic prayer of Prophet Musa (AS) asking Allah for chest expansion, ease, and eloquence.

Hadith — Sahih Ibn Hibban — Sahih Ibn Hibban 2427 / Amal al-Yawm wal-Laylah

Authenticity: Sahih (Authentic)

Prophetic supplication asking Allah to make difficult tasks easy.

Content type: Quran
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

The supplication of Prophet Musa (AS) in Surah Taha (20:25-28): 'Rabbish-rah li sadri, wa yassir li amri, wahlul 'uqdatam-min lisani, yafqahu qawli' is the ultimate prayer for confidence, speech clarity, and easing anxiety.

Combine thorough preparation with the recitation of Prophet Musa's dua (Quran 20:25-28) and 'Allahumma la sahla illa ma ja'altahu sahla'. Take slow, deep breaths and trust in Allah's plan (Tawakkul).