The Quran teaches believers not to despair of Allah's mercy. Even if one has committed major sins, turning back to Him with a sincere heart and this prophetic verse is the path to purification.
رَبَّنَا اغْفِرْ لَنَا ذُنُوبَنَا وَإِسْرَافَنَا فِي أَمْرِنَا وَثَبِّتْ أَقْدَامَنَا وَانصُرْنَا عَلَى الْقَوْمِ الْكَافِرِينَ
Rabbana-ghfir lana dhunubana wa israfana fi amrina wa thabbit aqdamana wansurna 'alal-qawmil-kafirin.
Our Lord, forgive us our sins and our excesses in our affairs and make our feet firm and help us against the disbelieving people.
Quran — The Holy Quran — Quran 3:135
Authenticity: Quranic verse
Meaning and Explanation
This dua acknowledges personal failings and transgressions (israf) while asking for divine pardon and the strength to remain steadfast on the right path.
When to Recite
During sincere repentance (Tawbah), in the last third of the night, or after a moment of realization of one's mistakes.
How to Recite
Recite with a remorseful heart, stop the sin immediately, and resolve firmly never to return to it.
Important Notes
Major sins involving the rights of others (like theft or slander) require returning those rights or seeking forgiveness from the person harmed.
Benefits
It addresses the gravity of major sins, removes the burden of transgression, and asks for stability in faith.
Additional Duas
رَبَّنَا ظَلَمْنَا أَنْفُسَنَا وَإِنْ لَمْ تَغْفِرْ لَنَا وَتَرْحَمْنَا لَنَكُونَنَّ مِنَ الْخَاسِرِينَ
Content type: Quran
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