In a serene spiritual moment filled with post-sunrise light, many people wonder about the Prophet’s ﷺ practice in the Duha (Sunrise) prayer, especially what he used to recite after Surah Al-Fatiha in this blessed prayer that brings peace and divine blessings.

It is reported that the Prophet ﷺ would recite after Al-Fatiha whatever was easy for him from the Qur’an, often choosing short surahs that carry meanings of reflection and tranquility, such as Surah Ad-Duha, Surah Ash-Shams, and other short chapters, or even a few verses as available.

This indicates that the essence of this prayer is ease and flexibility, where Al-Fatiha is followed by any portion of the Qur’an without restriction to specific surahs, allowing worship to remain open according to one’s ability and devotion.

The Duha prayer is performed in sets of two rak‘ahs, with salutation after every two rak‘ahs. It is reported that the Prophet ﷺ performed it with varying numbers of rak‘ahs, showing its flexibility, as long as it is not less than two.

Duha prayer is essentially the same as the Sunrise prayer in meaning, differing only in timing: if performed shortly after sunrise, it is called Ishraq; if later in the morning, it is called Duha. Both are highly recommended voluntary prayers encouraged by the Prophet ﷺ.

One of its great virtues is that it equals the reward of a complete Umrah for those who persist in it, and it serves as charity for the joints of the body each day. It is also a source of sustenance and blessings, bringing peace to the heart during a time when deeds are raised to Allah.

Thus, the Duha prayer remains a radiant gateway of light with which a Muslim begins the day—two light rak‘ahs that may become a reason for lifelong tranquility and blessings.

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