If you are looking for the full Dua e Qunoot in Arabic, you have come to the right place. Reciting this supplication in its original language is a beautiful way to connect with the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). While many people use translations to understand the message, the Dua e Qunoot is most powerful when recited with the correct Arabic tajweed and sincerity during the Witr prayer.
What is the Significance of Dua e Qunoot?
Dua e Qunoot is a special prayer of humbleness and petition offered during the third Rakat of the Witr prayer after Isha. The word “Qunoot” in Arabic refers to being standing, obedient, and devoted to Allah. This dua is a comprehensive request for guidance, forgiveness, and protection from the trials of this world and the hereafter.
Why Learn Dua e Qunoot in Arabic?
While Allah understands all languages, reciting the dua in Arabic as it was traditionally taught ensures you are following the exact words of the scholars and the Sunnah.
- Correct Pronunciation: Learning the Arabic text helps maintain the spiritual weight of the words.
- Focus in Salah: Knowing the Arabic allows you to stay focused during your prayer without needing to think about translations.
- Spiritual Reward: Every letter recited in Arabic carries its own reward and blessing.
Dua e Qunoot in Arabic, Roman English, and Urdu
To help our Pakistani and international audience, we have provided the full text in Arabic, along with Roman English and Urdu translations for complete understanding.
Arabic Text
اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَسْتَعِينُكَ وَنَسْتَغْفِرُكَ وَنُؤْمِنُ بِكَ وَنَتَوَكَّلُ عَلَيْكَ وَنُثْنِي عَلَيْكَ الْخَيْرَ، وَنَشْكُرُكَ وَلَا نَكْفُرُكَ وَنَخْلَعُ وَنَتْرُكُ مَنْ يَفْجُرُكَ، اللَّهُمَّ إِيَّاكَ نَعْبُدُ وَلَكَ نُصَلِّي وَنَسْجُدُ وَإِلَيْكَ نَسْعَى وَنَحْفِدُ وَنَرْجُو رَحْمَتَكَ وَنَخْشَى عَذَابَكَ، إِنَّ عَذَابَكَ بِالْكُفَّارِ مُلْحِقٌ
Roman English Transliteration
“Allahumma inna nasta’eenuka wa nastaghfiruka wa nu’minu bika wa natawakkalu ‘alaika wa nuthni ‘alaikal khair, wa nashkuruka wala nakfuruka wa nakhla’u wa natruku may yafjuruk. Allahumma iyyaka na’budu wa laka nusalli wa nasjudu wa ilaika nas’a wa nahfidu wa narju rahamataka wa nakhsha ‘adhabaka, inna ‘adhabaka bil kuffari mulhiq.”
Urdu Translation (اردو ترجمہ)
“اے اللہ! ہم تجھ سے مدد چاہتے ہیں اور تجھ سے بخشش مانگتے ہیں اور تجھ پر ایمان لاتے ہیں اور تجھ پر بھروسہ کرتے ہیں اور تیری بہت اچھی تعریف کرتے ہیں اور تیرا شکر کرتے ہیں اور تیری ناشکری نہیں کرتے اور اس شخص کو چھوڑتے ہیں اور اس سے الگ ہوتے ہیں جو تیری نافرمانی کرے۔ اے اللہ! ہم تیری ہی عبادت کرتے ہیں اور تیرے ہی لیے نماز پڑھتے ہیں اور سجدہ کرتے ہیں اور تیری ہی طرف دوڑتے ہیں اور خدمت کے لیے حاضر ہوتے ہیں اور تیری رحمت کے امیدوار ہیں اور تیرے عذاب سے ڈرتے ہیں، بے شک تیرا عذاب کافروں کو پہنچنے والا ہے۔”
English Translation
“O Allah! We implore You for help and beg Your forgiveness, and believe in You and rely on You and extol You and we are thankful to You and are not ungrateful to You, and we alienate and forsake those who disobey You. O Allah! You alone do we worship and for You do we pray and prostrate, and we betake ourselves to please You and present ourselves for the service in Your cause and we hope for Your mercy and fear Your chastisement. Undoubtedly, Your chastisement is meted out to the unbelievers.”
Method of Reciting Dua e Qunoot in Witr
- The Third Rakat: Stand for the third rakat of Witr.
- Qira’at: Recite Surah Al-Fatiha followed by any other Surah.
- Takbeer: Raise your hands to your ears and say “Allahu Akbar,” then fold them back below the navel (Hanafi method).
- Recitation: Recite the full Dua e Qunoot in Arabic.
- Completion: Say “Allahu Akbar” and go into Ruku to finish the prayer.
Conclusion
Memorizing the Dua e Qunoot in Arabic is a vital step for every Muslim looking to perfect their Isha Salah. By combining the Arabic recitation with the Urdu and English meanings, you can transform your Witr prayer into a deeply emotional and spiritual experience. Whether you are learning for the first time or refreshing your memory, keep practicing until these words flow naturally from your heart.
FAQs About Dua e Qunoot in Arabic
Dua e Qunoot Arabic mein parhna kyun zaroori hai? (Why is it important?)
Reciting it in Arabic ensures you are using the authentic words of the supplication as established in Islamic tradition, which is essential for the validity of the prayer according to most scholars.
Agar Arabic yaad na ho to kya karein? (What if I don’t know Arabic?)
If you haven’t memorized the Arabic yet, you can temporarily recite other short duas like “Rabbana Atina,” but you should make an effort to learn the original Arabic Qunoot as soon as possible.
Witr ke ilawa Qunoot kab parha jata hai?
Witr के अलावा, it can be recited during “Qunoot-e-Nazila” in the Fajr prayer during times of great difficulty or calamity for the Muslim Ummah.
Kya Roman English dekh kar parh sakte hain?
Learning from Roman English is helpful for beginners to get the pronunciation right, but once you memorize it, you should recite it from memory during Salah.
Dua e Qunoot ke aakhir mein “Mulhiq” ka kya matlab hai?
The word “Mulhiq” means “that which reaches” or “is joined.” It signifies that Allah’s punishment will inevitably reach those who reject the truth.
Kya bache asani se Arabic seekh sakte hain?
Yes, children often find it easy to memorize the Arabic rhythm of the dua. Using transliteration and audio aids can speed up the process.
Is there a difference between Shia and Sunni Dua e Qunoot?
Yes, the wording and the timing of the dua (before or after Ruku) vary between the Shia and Sunni (Hanafi, Shafi’i, etc.) schools of thought.
Does reciting this dua every night bring Barakah?
Absolutely. Ending your day with a sincere petition to Allah for guidance and protection is one of the best ways to invite blessings into your life.
Can I recite Dua e Qunoot in Fajr?
In the Shafi’i school, Qunoot is recited every day in Fajr. In other schools, it is specifically for Witr unless there is a special need (Nazila).
Should I say “Ameen” after the dua?
When praying alone, you do not say “Ameen” aloud. In a congregation where the Imam recites it aloud (like in Ramadan), the followers say “Ameen” silently or softly