What are the best duas from the Quran?
Quick Answer
The Quran contains many powerful duas including Rabbana atina, Surah Al-Fatiha, the dua of Yunus (la ilaha illa anta...), and the dua for parents (Rabbi-rhamhuma).
Detailed Answer
Here are some of the most beloved Quranic duas:
1. Rabbana atina fid-dunya hasanah (Quran 2:201): 'Our Lord, give us in this world good and in the Hereafter good, and protect us from the punishment of the Fire.' — The Prophet ﷺ recited this most often (Sahih Bukhari 6389).
2. Surah Al-Fatiha (Quran 1): The greatest dua and the foundation of every prayer.
3. Dua of Prophet Yunus (Quran 21:87): 'La ilaha illa anta, subhanaka, inni kuntu min az-zalimin' — 'There is no deity except You; exalted are You. Indeed, I have been of the wrongdoers.' The Prophet ﷺ said no Muslim makes this dua except that Allah responds (Tirmidhi 3505).
4. Dua for parents (Quran 17:24): 'Rabbi-rhamhuma kama rabbayani saghira' — 'My Lord, have mercy upon them as they raised me when I was small.'
5. Dua for knowledge (Quran 20:114): 'Rabbi zidni ilma' — 'My Lord, increase me in knowledge.'
6. Dua of Prophet Musa (Quran 28:24): 'Rabbi inni lima anzalta ilayya min khayrin faqir' — 'My Lord, indeed I am, for whatever good You would send down to me, in need.'
7. Dua of Prophet Ibrahim (Quran 14:40): 'Rabbi-jalni muqima as-salah wa min dhurriyati' — 'My Lord, make me an establisher of prayer, and from my descendants.'
Sources
- Quran 1, 2:201, 17:24, 20:114, 21:87, 28:24, 14:40
- Sahih Bukhari 6389
- Jami at-Tirmidhi 3505
Disclaimer: This answer is educational guidance based on authentic sources. For binding rulings on personal matters, please consult a qualified Islamic scholar.