Many Muslims ask: What supplications should be said after finishing the prayer? After completing an obligatory prayer, it is recommended to recite the remembrances reported from the Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, and then supplicate Allah for whatever is good in this life and the Hereafter. The recommended adhkar after prayer include seeking forgiveness, affirming the oneness of Allah, glorifying Him, praising Him, saying takbir, and reciting Ayat al-Kursi and the short protective surahs.
What to Say Immediately After Prayer
Among the recommended remembrances after prayer is saying: “Astaghfirullah” three times. Then the worshipper says: “Allahumma anta as-salam, wa minkas-salam, tabarakta ya dhal-jalali wal-ikram.” Meaning: “O Allah, You are Peace, and from You comes peace. Blessed are You, O Possessor of Majesty and Honor.”
Remembrance of Allah's Oneness After Prayer
A Muslim may also say: “La ilaha illallahu wahdahu la sharika lah, lahul-mulku wa lahul-hamd, wa huwa 'ala kulli shay'in qadir.” Meaning: “There is no deity except Allah alone, without partner. To Him belongs the dominion and all praise, and He has power over all things.”
Reciting Ayat al-Kursi After Prayer
One of the recommended remembrances after the obligatory prayer is Ayat al-Kursi, which is verse 255 of Surah Al-Baqarah. Many Muslims recite it after each obligatory prayer as part of their regular post-prayer adhkar.
Reciting the Short Protective Surahs
It is also recommended to recite Surah Al-Ikhlas, Surah Al-Falaq, and Surah An-Nas after prayer. These surahs are recited once after each obligatory prayer, with repetition three times after Fajr and Maghrib.
Tasbih, Tahmid, and Takbir After Prayer
One of the most well-known forms of remembrance after prayer is: Subhan Allah — 33 times. Alhamdulillah — 33 times. Allahu Akbar — 33 times. The hundred is completed by saying: “La ilaha illallahu wahdahu la sharika lah, lahul-mulku wa lahul-hamd, wa huwa 'ala kulli shay'in qadir.” This is among the well-known forms of remembrance observed after the obligatory prayers.
Can You Make Dua After the Post-Prayer Adhkar?
Yes, a Muslim may supplicate to Allah after completing the prescribed remembrances, asking for whatever is good in this life and the Hereafter. A person may ask Allah for forgiveness, mercy, guidance, provision, ease, and righteousness.
A Supplication for Forgiveness and Relief
A person may say: “O Allah, I ask You for a blessing with which You purify my heart, relieve my distress, and forgive my sins.”
A Supplication for Ease and Relief
A person may also say: “O Allah, I ask You for ease after hardship and relief after distress.”
A Supplication for Help in Worship
One of the well-known supplications is: “Allahumma a'inni 'ala dhikrika wa shukrika wa husni 'ibadatik.” Meaning: “O Allah, help me to remember You, give thanks to You, and worship You well.”
What Is the Best Thing to Say After Prayer?
A Muslim should begin with the established post-prayer adhkar, such as seeking forgiveness three times and saying, “O Allah, You are Peace, and from You comes peace.” The worshipper may then complete the recommended remembrance, including Ayat al-Kursi, the short surahs, tasbih, tahmid, takbir, and tahlil. Afterward, the person may supplicate to Allah for whatever is beneficial.
Summary of the Adhkar After Prayer
After completing an obligatory prayer, a Muslim can begin by seeking forgiveness three times, followed by the prescribed remembrance, Ayat al-Kursi, the short protective surahs, tasbih, tahmid, takbir, and tahlil. After completing the adhkar, the worshipper may make personal supplications for good in this life and the Hereafter.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I say immediately after prayer?
Say “Astaghfirullah” three times, followed by “Allahumma anta as-salam, wa minkas-salam,” and then continue with the recommended adhkar.
Should Ayat al-Kursi be recited after every prayer?
Yes, reciting Ayat al-Kursi after the obligatory prayers is among the recommended post-prayer remembrances.
How many times should I say Subhan Allah after prayer?
“Subhan Allah” is said 33 times, “Alhamdulillah” 33 times, and “Allahu Akbar” 33 times, followed by the tahlil to complete one hundred.
Should the short protective surahs be recited after prayer?
Yes. Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq, and An-Nas are recited once after each obligatory prayer and three times after Fajr and Maghrib.
Can I make dua after the post-prayer adhkar?
Yes. A Muslim may supplicate to Allah after the adhkar, asking for whatever is good in this life and the Hereafter.
