Virtue of the First Ten Days of Dhul Hijjah

The first ten days of Dhul Hijjah are among the most blessed days in Islam, where good deeds are highly rewarded and mercy is greatly multiplied.

Dua for the First Day of Dhul Hijjah

Muslims are encouraged to increase supplication and remembrance of Allah on this day, including:

General Supplications

• O Allah, You are my Lord, forgive my sins and guide my heart.
• O Allah, grant me mercy, forgiveness, and ease in my affairs.
• O Allah, bless me with guidance and righteousness.

Forgiveness and Relief Duas

• O Allah, forgive all my sins, minor and major.
• Purify my heart as You purify a white garment from dirt.
• Ease my hardships and grant me relief.
  
  
  
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Recommended Actions in the First Ten Days

• Fasting (for non-pilgrims)
• Dhikr and remembrance of Allah
• Reading the Qur’an
• Charity and good deeds
• Supplication and repentance

Importance of These Blessed Days

These days are a spiritual opportunity for renewal, forgiveness, and drawing closer to Allah through sincere worship and good deeds.

FAQ

What is special about the 1st of Dhul Hijjah?
It marks the beginning of the most blessed days of the Islamic year.

Is dua accepted in the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah?
Yes, these are highly blessed days where supplications are greatly hoped to be accepted.

What should we do on the first day of Dhul Hijjah?
Increase remembrance of Allah, fasting, and sincere supplication.

Is there a specific dua for this day?
No specific dua is required; any sincere prayer is accepted.