There is no single specific supplication established in the Sunnah that can universally be described as a supplication that is never rejected. However, authentic teachings identify certain people, circumstances, and times when supplication has a special status and is more likely to be answered.

A Muslim should make dua with sincerity, certainty, and good expectations of Allah, without becoming impatient for an immediate answer. The answer may come by granting what was requested, preventing harm, or reserving the reward for the Hereafter.

Whose Supplication Is Not Rejected?

The Sunnah mentions several people whose supplications have a special virtue and are likely to be answered.

The Supplication of the Oppressed

The supplication of someone who has been wronged is among the supplications against which the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ warned others. He said:

“Beware the supplication of the oppressed, for there is no barrier between it and Allah.”

Therefore, Muslims should avoid ظلم and hasten to restore people's rights and seek forgiveness when they have wronged someone.

The Supplication of the Fasting Person

The Sunnah indicates the special virtue of the fasting person's supplication, particularly when breaking the fast. Therefore, Muslims are encouraged to make abundant dua at iftar and ask Allah for goodness in this life and the Hereafter.

The Supplication of the Just Ruler

The just ruler is among those whose supplication has a special virtue because of the great responsibility of establishing justice and protecting people's rights.

The Supplication of a Parent

The Sunnah highlights the virtue of a parent's supplication for their child and warns against supplicating against a child unjustly. Parents should therefore make dua for their children to have guidance, righteousness, and goodness.

The Supplication of a Traveler

The supplication of a traveler is also among the supplications mentioned in the Sunnah as being answered. A traveler is therefore encouraged to make abundant dua during the journey, asking Allah for protection, guidance, and a safe return.

What Are the Best Times for Supplication?

There are several blessed times when Muslims are encouraged to make abundant dua.

Supplication During the Last Third of the Night

The last third of the night is one of the greatest times for supplication. During this quiet period, a person can turn to Allah away from the distractions of the day and combine dua with prayer and seeking forgiveness.

Supplication While Prostrating

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said:

“The closest a servant is to his Lord is while prostrating, so increase your supplications.”

Therefore, Muslims are encouraged to make abundant dua while in sujood and ask Allah for their lawful needs.

Supplication Between the Adhan and Iqamah

The Sunnah indicates that supplication between the call to prayer and the commencement of prayer is not rejected. Muslims should therefore make use of this period by turning to Allah in dua.

The Hour of Acceptance on Friday

There is an hour on Friday during which supplication is especially hoped to be answered. Scholars have differed regarding its exact timing, with one of the well-known opinions placing it during the final hour before sunset on Friday.

What Should I Say When I Have a Specific Need?

There is no single mandatory supplication for every need. A Muslim may ask Allah for whatever lawful good they desire. Among the comprehensive supplications is:

“O Allah, I ask You for all goodness, immediate and delayed, that which I know and that which I do not know. And I seek refuge in You from all evil, immediate and delayed, that which I know and that which I do not know.”

A Muslim may also recite the supplication of Prophet Yunus (Jonah):

“There is no deity except You; glory be to You. Indeed, I was among the wrongdoers.”

The believer may also increase their seeking of forgiveness and send blessings upon the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ while maintaining sincerity and presence of heart.

What Are the Conditions for an Answered Supplication?

Dua is a great act of worship. Among the means of having supplication accepted are sincerity toward Allah, asking for something lawful, and avoiding transgression in supplication.

Other important means include:

• Sincerity toward Allah.
• A present heart and certainty in Allah's power.
• Persisting in dua without becoming impatient.
• Seeking lawful food, drink, and income.
• Repenting and frequently seeking forgiveness.
• Taking advantage of the times when supplications are more likely to be answered.
• Avoiding supplications involving sin or the severing of family ties.

Does Delayed Response Mean That the Supplication Was Not Accepted?

Not necessarily. Allah may answer a person's supplication in a way they do not expect, or delay what they requested for a wisdom known to Him. He may also protect the person from harm because of their dua or reserve its reward for the Hereafter.

Therefore, a Muslim should not despair when an answer seems delayed. Instead, they should continue making dua while trusting in Allah's mercy and wisdom.

Conclusion

There is no single supplication established in the Sunnah that is universally known as “the supplication that is never rejected.” However, authentic teachings highlight the supplications of the oppressed, fasting person, just ruler, parent, and traveler, as well as blessed times such as prostration, the last third of the night, the period between the adhan and iqamah, and the hour of acceptance on Friday.

Most importantly, supplication should be made sincerely to Allah, with a present heart and certainty that Allah's choice for His servant is better than the servant's own choice.

What is the supplication that is always answered?

There is no single supplication proven in the Sunnah to be universally guaranteed never to be rejected. Instead, certain people and circumstances have been specifically mentioned regarding answered supplications.

Is the supplication of an oppressed person answered?

Yes. The Sunnah warns against the supplication of the oppressed and states that there is no barrier between it and Allah.

What is the best time to make dua?

Among the greatest times are the last third of the night, while prostrating, between the adhan and iqamah, and during the hour of acceptance on Friday.

Is supplication during prostration answered?

Prostration is one of the greatest places for making dua, and the Prophet ﷺ encouraged Muslims to increase their supplications while prostrating.

What should I do if my supplication is delayed?

Continue making dua without becoming impatient, while maintaining good expectations of Allah. The answer may come in another form or at a time determined by Allah's wisdom.