Dua for Peace: Islamic Supplication for Inner and Global Peace

In Islam, 'As-Salam' (The Peace) is one of the beautiful names of Allah. True peace, both within the heart and throughout the world, can only be achieved by turning to the Creator. This dua is traditionally recited after every obligatory prayer to affirm that all security and tranquility come from Him.

اللَّهُمَّ أَنْتَ السَّلَامُ وَمِنْكَ السَّلَامُ تَبَارَكْتَ يَا ذَا الْجَلَالِ وَالْإِكْرَامِ

Transliteration

Allahumma Antas-Salam wa minkas-salam, tabarakta ya Dhal-Jalali wal-Ikram.

Translation

O Allah, You are Peace and from You comes peace. Blessed are You, O Owner of Majesty and Honor.

Source

Quran — Quran — Surah Al-Anfal 8:61

Authenticity: Quran

Meaning and Explanation

This dua acknowledges that Allah is free from all defects and is the ultimate source of security. It asks for His blessing and recognizes His supreme majesty.

When to Recite

Sunnah to recite after every Fard (obligatory) prayer. It can also be read during times of conflict or personal turmoil.

How to Recite

Recite it slowly, reflecting on the meaning of peace and how it starts with internal submission to Allah.

Important Notes

This is a highly authentic Hadith found in Sahih Muslim. For global peace, one can also add the dua of Prophet Ibrahim (AS): 'My Lord, make this city secure.'

Benefits

Reciting this brings tranquility to the soul, reminds the believer of Allah's attributes, and fosters a mindset of seeking non-violent, harmonious solutions in life.

Additional Duas

رَبِّ اجْعَلْ هَذَا الْبَلَدَ آمِنًا

Rabbij-'al hadhal-balada aminan

My Lord, make this city/land secure.

Source

Hadith — Sahih Muslim — Sahih Muslim 591

Authenticity: Sahih (Authentic)

Narrated by Thawban (RA) that the Prophet ﷺ used to seek forgiveness three times and then recite this dua after prayer.

Quran — The Holy Quran — Surah Ibrahim 14:35

Authenticity: Authentic — Quranic verse

Prophet Ibrahim's prayer for the security of the land.

Content type: Quran

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