In the Ahle Hadees (Salafi) tradition, following the authentic Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ as narrated in Sahih Ahadith is of utmost importance. This guide covers the exact Dua e Qunoot taught by the Prophet ﷺ to his grandson, Hasan ibn Ali (RA), with the correct method, translations, and rulings.
Hadith Source: Narrated by Al-Hasan ibn Ali (RA) — Sunan Abu Dawud 1425, Jami’ at-Tirmidhi 464, and Sunan an-Nasa’i 1746. Graded sahih/hasan by Al-Albani.
Scholarly Reference: According to Ahle Hadees scholars, Qunoot in Witr is a Sunnah (not obligatory). It can be recited before or after Ruku, and raising the hands is a Sunnah practice.
Table of Contents
- What Is Dua e Qunoot Ahle Hadees?
- Ahle Hadees Meaning in Urdu – اہل حدیث کا معنی
- Full Dua – Arabic, Transliteration, Urdu & English
- Word-by-Word Breakdown – لفظ بہ لفظ ترجمہ
- How to Perform According to Sunnah
- Benefits of Reciting – Ahle Hadees Perspective
- Ahle Hadees vs Hanafi vs Shafi’i – Comparison
- Hadith References
- What If You Forget Qunoot?
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Download PDF
What Is Dua e Qunoot Ahle Hadees?
Dua e Qunoot Ahle Hadees is the authentic supplication taught by Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to his grandson, Hasan ibn Ali (RA). It is recited in the last rak’ah of Witr prayer and is the preferred version in the Ahle Hadees (Salafi) tradition.
This dua is recorded in the Sunan collections (Abu Dawud, Tirmidhi, etc.) and is considered highly authentic. It is a comprehensive prayer asking Allah for guidance, well-being, protection, and blessings.
Key Point: Ahle Hadees prioritize this specific wording because it is the direct teaching of the Prophet ﷺ for Witr, as opposed to other versions that may be based on different narrations.
Ahle Hadees Meaning in Urdu – اہل حدیث کا معنی
“Ahle Hadees” (اہل حدیث) ka matlab hai “Hadith ke log” — yeh wo log hain jo Quran aur Sahih Ahadith ko apni ibadat aur zindagi ka zariya banate hain. Yeh Salafi tradition ka hissa hain aur Sunnat-e-Nabawi ﷺ ko sab se zyada ahmiyat dete hain.
Ahle Hadees ka aqeedah hai ke har amal ki buniyad Quran aur Sahih Sunnat par honi chahiye. Isi liye yeh log Dua e Qunoot ki wo versiyon padhte hain jo sahih hadith se sabit hai — yani “Allahumma-hdini fiman hadayt” wali dua.
Full Dua – Arabic, Transliteration, Urdu & English
Here is the complete Dua e Qunoot as recited in the Ahle Hadees tradition.
Arabic Text
اللَّهُمَّ اهْدِنِي فِيمَنْ هَدَيْتَ، وَعَافِنِي فِيمَنْ عَافَيْتَ، وَتَوَلَّنِي فِيمَنْ تَوَلَّيتَ، وَبَارِكْ لِي فِيمَا أَعْطَيْتَ، وَقِنِي شَرَّ مَا قَضَيْتَ، فَإِنَّكَ تَقْضِي وَلَا يُقْضَى عَلَيْكَ، وَإِنَّهُ لَا يَذِلُّ مَنْ وَالَيْتَ، وَلَا يَعِزُّ مَنْ عَادَيْتَ، تَبَارَكْتَ رَبَّنَا وَتَعَالَيْتَ
Roman English Transliteration
Allahumma-hdini fiman hadayt, wa ‘afini fiman ‘afayt, wa tawallani fiman tawallayt, wa barik li fima a’tayt, wa qini sharra ma qadayt, fa-innaka taqdi wala yuqda ‘alayk, wa innahu la yadhillu man walayt, wala ya’izzu man ‘adayt, tabarakta Rabbana wa ta’alayt.
Urdu Translation
“اے اللہ! مجھے ان لوگوں میں ہدایت دے جنہیں تو نے ہدایت دی، اور مجھے ان میں عافیت دے جنہیں تو نے عافیت دی، اور میرا سرپرست بن ان میں جن کا تو سرپرست بنا، اور جو کچھ تو نے مجھے عطا فرمایا ہے اس میں برکت ڈال، اور مجھے اس شر سے بچا جو تو نے مقدر فرمایا ہے، کیونکہ تو ہی فیصلہ کرتا ہے اور تیرے خلاف فیصلہ نہیں کیا جا سکتا۔ یقیناً وہ ذلیل نہیں ہوتا جس کا تو دوست بن جائے اور وہ عزت نہیں پاتا جس سے تو دشمنی کرے۔ اے ہمارے رب! تو بابرکت ہے اور بہت بلند ہے۔”
English Translation
“O Allah, guide me among those whom You have guided, and grant me safety among those whom You have granted safety. Take me into Your charge among those whom You have taken into Your charge, and bless me in what You have given me. Protect me from the evil that You have decreed, for You decree and none decrees over You. Verily, he is not humiliated whom You have befriended, and he is not honored whom You are at enmity with. Blessed are You, our Lord, and Exalted.”
Word-by-Word Breakdown – لفظ بہ لفظ ترجمہ
Understanding each word helps you recite with meaning instead of by rote.
| Arabic | Transliteration | Urdu Meaning | English Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| اللَّهُمَّ | Allahumma | اے اللہ | O Allah |
| اهْدِنِي | ihdini | مجھے ہدایت دے | guide me |
| فِيمَنْ | fiman | ان لوگوں میں | among those |
| هَدَيْتَ | hadayt | جنہیں تو نے ہدایت دی | whom You have guided |
| وَعَافِنِي | wa ‘afini | اور مجھے عافیت دے | and grant me well-being |
| فِيمَنْ | fiman | ان لوگوں میں | among those |
| عَافَيْتَ | ‘afayt | جنہیں تو نے عافیت دی | whom You have granted well-being |
| وَتَوَلَّنِي | wa tawallani | اور میرا سرپرست بن | and take me into Your care |
| فِيمَنْ | fiman | ان لوگوں میں | among those |
| تَوَلَّيتَ | tawallayt | جن کا تو سرپرست بنا | whom You have taken into Your care |
| وَبَارِكْ | wa barik | اور برکت ڈال | and bless |
| لِي | li | میرے لیے | for me |
| فِيمَا | fima | اس میں | in what |
| أَعْطَيْتَ | a’tayt | تو نے عطا فرمایا | You have given |
| وَقِنِي | wa qini | اور مجھے بچا | and protect me |
| شَرَّ | sharra | شر سے | from the evil |
| مَا | ma | جو | of what |
| قَضَيْتَ | qadayt | تو نے مقدر فرمایا | You have decreed |
| فَإِنَّكَ | fa-innaka | کیونکہ تو | for You |
| تَقْضِي | taqdi | فیصلہ کرتا ہے | decide |
| وَلَا | wala | اور نہیں | and not |
| يُقْضَى | yuqda | فیصلہ کیا جا سکتا | is decided |
| عَلَيْكَ | ‘alayk | تیرے خلاف | over You |
| تَبَارَكْتَ | tabarakta | تو بابرکت ہے | Blessed are You |
| رَبَّنَا | Rabbana | اے ہمارے رب | our Lord |
| وَتَعَالَيْتَ | wa ta’alayt | اور بہت بلند ہے | and Exalted |
How to Perform Dua e Qunoot According to Sunnah
According to the Ahle Hadees method, the steps for Witr and Qunoot are as follows:
- The Third Rakat: Stand for the final rak’ah of Witr.
- Before or After Ruku: You can recite Qunoot either before going into Ruku (after reciting a Surah) or after standing up from Ruku.
- Raising Hands: It is a Sunnah practice among Ahle Hadees to raise the hands to chest level while reciting the dua.
- Sincerity: Recite clearly and focus on the meaning of each word.
Note: Unlike the Hanafi school, Ahle Hadees allow Qunoot to be recited before or after Ruku. Both are proven from the Sunnah.
Benefits of Reciting – Ahle Hadees Perspective
Reciting Dua e Qunoot brings numerous spiritual and practical benefits:
- Following the Authentic Sunnah: Reciting the exact wording taught by the Prophet ﷺ
- Seeking Complete Guidance: Asking Allah to keep you on the straight path
- Protection from Evil: Seeking safety from the “evil of what He has decreed.”
- Blessings in Life (Barakah): Praying for blessings in sustenance, health, and time
- Strengthening Tawheed: Affirming Allah’s sole authority and sovereignty
- Spiritual Shield: Protection from trials and hardships
Ahle Hadees vs Hanafi vs Shafi’i – Comparison
| Feature | Ahle Hadees | Hanafi | Shafi’i |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dua Text | Allahumma-hdini fiman hadayt | Allahumma inna nasta’inuka | Allahumma-hdini fiman hadayt |
| When Recited | Witr (every night) | Witr (every night) | Fajr (daily) + Witr (Ramadan) |
| Position | Before or after Ruku | Before Ruku | After Ruku |
| Ruling | Sunnah | Wajib | Sunnah Mu’akkadah |
| Hands | Raised to chest level | Folded below navel | Raised to chest level |
| Forgetfulness | Prayer valid if skipped | Sajdah Sahw required | Sajdah Sahw required |
Shafi’i Qunoot method | Complete Dua e Qunoot guide
Hadith References for Ahle Hadees Qunoot
- Sunan Abu Dawud 1425 – Narrated by Al-Hasan ibn Ali (RA)
- Jami’ at-Tirmidhi 464 – Graded sahih by At-Tirmidhi
- Sunan an-Nasa’i 1746 – Supporting narration
- Graded sahih/hasan by Al-Albani
These hadith collections confirm the authenticity of this dua and its recitation in Witr prayer.
What If You Forget Qunoot in Witr?
- If you remember before Ruku: Recite it standing
- If you remember after Ruku: Continue prayer; it’s not obligatory
- If you join the prayer late: Continue with the Imam, no need to make up for the missed dua
- If you forget intentionally or unintentionally: Your prayer is still valid
Ruling: In Ahle Hadees tradition, Qunoot is a Sunnah, not Wajib. Skipping it does not invalidate the prayer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dua e Qunoot Ahle Hadees?
It is the authentic supplication taught by Prophet ﷺ to Hasan ibn Ali (RA), recited in the last rak’ah of Witr prayer in the Ahle Hadees (Salafi) tradition.
When should Dua e Qunoot be recited in Ahle Hadees?
In the last rak’ah of Witr prayer. You can recite it every night or occasionally, as both are practiced in the Sunnah.
Should I raise my hands during Dua e Qunoot?
Yes, according to the Ahle Hadees viewpoint, raising the hands during the Qunoot of Witr is a Sunnah of the Prophet ﷺ and his companions.
Is it mandatory to recite Dua e Qunoot in every Witr prayer?
While highly recommended and a beautiful Sunnah, if you forget or skip it, your prayer is still valid. However, making it a habit brings great rewards.
Can I use the Hanafi version of Dua e Qunoot?
The Ahle Hadees prefer the version taught by the Prophet ﷺ to Hasan (RA), but any authentic dua from the Quran or Sunnah can be made during Qunoot.
What if I haven’t memorized the Arabic yet?
You can hold a small paper or look at your phone (if necessary during learning) or simply recite other small duas of guidance until you have the full Arabic text memorized.
Is Dua e Qunoot only for the month of Ramadan?
No, it is for the entire year. While it is recited aloud in the Witr of Tahajjud or Taraweeh during Ramadan, it should be part of your daily Witr prayer.
Does the Imam recite it aloud or silently?
In congregational prayers (like Taraweeh), the Imam usually recites it aloud, and the followers say “Ameen.” In individual prayer, you recite it to yourself.
What if I join the Witr prayer late?
If you join after the Imam has finished Qunoot, you simply continue your prayer and you do not need to make up for the missed dua.
Can I add extra personal duas after the Sunnah Qunoot?
Yes, after reciting the taught words of the Prophet ﷺ, you may ask Allah for your personal needs in Arabic before going into Sajdah.
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