Sheikh Ramadan Abdel Razek spoke about a comprehensive supplication said by the Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, during prayer.
The supplication between the two prostrations brings together requests for forgiveness, mercy, elevation, restoration, well-being, provision, and guidance.
The supplication is:
“O Allah, forgive me, have mercy on me, elevate me, mend me, grant me well-being, provide for me, and guide me.”
The seven expressions encompass numerous aspects of goodness, making it valuable for Muslims to learn, memorize, understand, and teach to their children.
What Does the Supplication Between the Two Prostrations Mean?
The supplication begins with “O Allah, forgive me,” asking Allah for forgiveness of sins.
“Have mercy on me” is a request for Allah’s mercy, while “elevate me” asks for elevation and honor.
“Mend me” expresses a request that Allah repair what is broken or deficient in a person’s life.
“Grant me well-being” asks for safety and protection, while “provide for me” asks Allah for provision and goodness.
Finally, “guide me” asks Allah to guide the believer to the straight path.
Together, these words encompass major needs in both religious and worldly life.
A Supplication for Distress and Hardship
Among the supplications mentioned for hardship and distress is:
“There is no god but Allah, the Forbearing, the Generous. Glory be to Allah, Lord of the Mighty Throne. Glory be to Allah, Lord of the seven heavens and Lord of the Noble Throne.”
Other supplications are also mentioned when a person experiences sadness or distress, including:
“O Allah, I complain to You of my weakness, my lack of resources, and my humiliation before people. O Most Merciful of those who show mercy, You are the Lord of the weak and You are my Lord. To whom will You entrust me? To a stranger who would treat me harshly, or to a close relative to whom You have given control over my affairs? If You are not angry with me, then I do not care, but Your mercy is more expansive for me.”
Another supplication mentioned is:
“O Allah, Reliever of distress, Remover of grief, Responder to the supplication of those in need, Most Merciful of this world and the Hereafter and Most Compassionate to both, have mercy on me with a mercy that makes me independent of the mercy of anyone besides You.”
A Dua for Removing Worry and Sadness
Another well-known supplication mentioned in this context is:
“O Allah, I am Your servant, son of Your servant, son of Your female servant. My forelock is in Your hand. Your command over me is fulfilled and Your decree concerning me is just. I ask You by every name belonging to You, by which You named Yourself, revealed in Your Book, taught to any of Your creation, or kept with You in the knowledge of the unseen, to make the Quran the spring of my heart, the light of my chest, the removal of my sadness, and the departure of my worries.”
It is also said:
“O Allah, I seek refuge in You from worry and grief, weakness and laziness, miserliness and cowardice, the burden of debt, and being overcome by people.”
These supplications express a believer’s dependence upon Allah and the request for relief from emotional and worldly hardship.
Supplications for Provision and Relief
Among the supplications mentioned for seeking provision and goodness is:
“There is no god but Allah alone, without partner. To Him belongs the dominion and praise, and He is capable of all things. O Allah, there is none who can withhold what You give, none who can give what You withhold, and wealth cannot benefit its possessor against You.”
Another supplication mentioned for provision is:
“O Allah, provide me with abundant, lawful, wholesome provision without hardship, accept my supplication without rejection, and I seek refuge in You from the two humiliations: poverty and debt.”
Another is:
“O Allah, Provider of those who ask, Merciful to the needy, Possessor of mighty strength, Best of helpers, Protector of the believers, and Responder to those who seek help, You alone we worship and You alone we seek for help.”
Seeking Forgiveness and Provision
The Quran connects seeking forgiveness with blessings and provision. Allah says:
“I said, ‘Ask forgiveness of your Lord; indeed, He is ever forgiving. He will send rain upon you in abundance, give you wealth and children, and provide you with gardens and rivers.’” [Nuh: 10-12]
Another supplication mentioned for provision is:
“O Allah, make my provision easy for me, protect me from excessive desire and exhaustion in seeking it, from overwhelming worry and humiliation before people. O Allah, grant me lawful provision and hasten it for me, O Best of those who answer.”
Another supplication says:
“O Allah, O One who makes hardship easy, O One who softens iron, O One who fulfills His promise, O One who is engaged in a new matter every day, bring me from the constriction of hardship into the wider path. Through You I repel what I cannot bear. There is no power or strength except through Allah, the Most High, the Almighty.”
Other Supplications for Provision and Relief
Another supplication mentioned is:
“O Allah, Owner of sovereignty, You give sovereignty to whom You will and take sovereignty away from whom You will. You honor whom You will and humble whom You will. In Your hand is all good, and You are capable of all things.”
It is also said:
“O Allah, none can withhold what You give, none can give what You withhold, and wealth cannot benefit its possessor against You.”
Another lengthy supplication asks Allah for forgiveness, acceptance, repentance, mercy, and generosity:
“O One who reveals beauty and conceals faults, O One who does not punish for every offense, O One who does not expose what is hidden, O Great in forgiveness, O Excellent in overlooking faults, O Vast in forgiveness, O One whose hands are extended with mercy and gifts, O Hearer of every private conversation, O ultimate destination of every complaint, O Generous in pardon, O Great in bounty, O One who removes slips, O One who begins His blessings before they are deserved, forgive us, be pleased with us, accept our repentance, and do not deprive us of the delight of seeing Your noble Face.”
Another remembrance mentioned in the context of seeking provision is:
“Glory be to Allah and praise be to Him, glory be to Allah the Almighty, and I seek forgiveness from Allah the Almighty.”
Why Should Muslims Learn These Supplications?
Supplication is one of the greatest expressions of turning to Allah. It reflects the believer’s need for forgiveness, mercy, guidance, provision, and well-being.
The supplication between the two prostrations is particularly significant because it brings together several major requests in only a few words. Learning its meaning can help Muslims remain mindful of what they are asking from Allah during prayer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Prophet’s supplication between the two prostrations?
The supplication mentioned is: “O Allah, forgive me, have mercy on me, elevate me, mend me, grant me well-being, provide for me, and guide me.”
How many words are in the supplication between the two prostrations?
The supplication mentioned consists of seven expressions covering forgiveness, mercy, elevation, restoration, well-being, provision, and guidance.
What is a supplication for distress?
Among the supplications mentioned is: “There is no god but Allah, the Forbearing, the Generous. Glory be to Allah, Lord of the Mighty Throne…”
What can be said when experiencing worry and sadness?
One of the supplications mentioned is: “O Allah, I seek refuge in You from worry and grief, weakness and laziness, miserliness and cowardice, the burden of debt, and being overcome by people.”
Is seeking forgiveness connected with provision?
The Quran mentions seeking forgiveness in the context of blessings and provision, including abundant rain, wealth, children, gardens, and rivers.
