Allahumma urzuqna husn at-tawakkul ‘alayk Meaning
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Explanation of “اللهم اجعلنا من الذاكرين الله كثيرًا والذاكرات” (O Allah, make us among the men and women who remember You much):
اللهم (O Allah):
A call to Allah, expressing humility and devotion, seeking His attention and mercy.
اجعلنا (Make us):
A plea for Allah’s divine decree, asking Him to include the supplicant among a blessed group.
من الذاكرين الله كثيرًا والذاكرات (Among the men and women who remember You much):
الذاكرين (the men who remember): Refers to males engaged in frequent *dhikr* (remembrance of Allah).
الذاكرات (the women who remember): Includes females devoted to *dhikr*, emphasizing equality in worship.
كثيرًا (much): Stresses abundance in remembrance, beyond mere ritual, implying constant awareness of Allah in heart and action.
Significance of the Dua:
Spiritual Elevation: Frequent *dhikr* purifies the heart, strengthens faith (*iman*), and brings tranquility (Quran 13:28).
Protection from Sin: Remembrance of Allah deters from wrongdoing (Quran 29:45).
Inclusion in a Praised Group: The Quran honors “those who remember Allah much” (33:35).
Gender Inclusivity: Highlights that both men and women can attain nearness to Allah through *dhikr*.
Practical Application:
Daily Dhikr: Reciting *SubhanAllah, Alhamdulillah, Allahu Akbar*, and Quranic verses.
Heart Presence: Ensuring remembrance is not just verbal but with mindfulness.
Consistency: Following the Sunnah of the Prophet (PBUH), who remembered Allah in all states.
This dua is a comprehensive request for Allah’s help in becoming among His righteous servants, immersed in His remembrance in all aspects of life.
May Allah accept this supplication and make us of His true rememberers. Ameen.
When to Use:
**Situations for Use:**
1. **Daily Prayers (Salah):** Recited during personal supplications after obligatory or voluntary prayers.
2. **Dhikr Sessions:** Used in gatherings or individual remembrance of Allah, especially after reciting Quran or tasbeeh.
3. **Seeking Spiritual Growth:** Invoked when striving to increase mindfulness of Allah in daily life.
4. **Moments of Repentance:** Said when seeking forgiveness and a stronger connection with Allah.
5. **Before Sleep or Morning Adhkar:** Included in morning/evening remembrances to cultivate consistency in worship.
6. **Times of Distress:** Recited to seek solace and closeness to Allah during hardship.
**Purpose:**
– To ask Allah for steadfastness in worship.
– To be among those praised in the Quran (Quran 33:35) for frequent remembrance.
– To purify the heart and strengthen faith through constant dhikr.
This dua is versatile, serving as both a personal plea and a communal reminder of the importance of dhikr in a Muslim’s life.