Supplication (dua) is one of the greatest acts of worship in Islam. Muslims are encouraged to ask Allah sincerely while observing the proper etiquette of الدعاء and choosing the recommended times for acceptance.

Etiquette of Making Dua

Among the recommended practices are:

• Persisting in supplication.
• Praising Allah before making requests.
• Sending blessings upon Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
• Choosing times of acceptance, such as the last third of the night.
• Praying with sincerity and full trust in Allah.

The Supplication of Prophet Yunus

One of the greatest prophetic supplications is:

"There is no deity except You; glory be to You. Indeed, I have been among the wrongdoers."

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught that whoever sincerely recites this supplication in times of hardship will receive Allah's response.

The Dua Containing Allah's Greatest Name

Another authentic supplication is:

"O Allah, I ask You because all praise belongs to You. There is no god but You, the Bestower, the Originator of the heavens and the earth, O Possessor of Majesty and Honor."

This dua includes praise of Allah using His beautiful names.

Dua for Fulfilling Needs

Among the well-known supplications is:

"There is no god except You, the Most Forbearing, the Most Generous. There is no god except You, Lord of the Mighty Throne. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds. I ask You for the causes of Your mercy..."

Muslims often recite this supplication while asking Allah to fulfill their needs and remove difficulties.

What is the best time to make dua?

The last third of the night is among the best times, along with prostration and the period between the adhan and iqamah.

Is it recommended to repeat dua?

Yes. Islam encourages persistence in supplication with certainty that Allah hears and responds.

What is the Supplication of Prophet Yunus?

"There is no deity except You; glory be to You. Indeed, I have been among the wrongdoers."

What is the dua containing Allah's Greatest Name?

It is an authentic prophetic supplication that praises Allah using His magnificent names and attributes.