Jummah, also known as Friday, is a day of immense importance in Islam. It’s a special time for Muslims to seek Allah's blessings, forgiveness, and guidance. Reciting the proper duas during Jummah can multiply the rewards and help strengthen your connection with your faith. This guide will help you understand the importance of Jummah duas. 

You’ll learn the powerful duas to recite and their meanings. Jummah is not just a prayer; it’s a chance to connect deeply with your faith. Make your Fridays more meaningful with the right recitations and Duas. Let’s explore the essential duas and their timings for this blessed day.

Jummah Dua Guide for Maximum Blessings

Jummah is a day filled with opportunities for spiritual growth. Understanding which dua for Jummah to recite and their meanings can help make this sacred day even more rewarding. Below, we provide a detailed outline of recommended Duas, their timings, and their significance.

Powerful Duas for Jummah

Jummah Dua’s According to Time

After Fajr prayer 

سُبْحـانَ اللهِ وَبِحَمْـدِهِ عَدَدَ خَلْـقِه ، وَرِضـا نَفْسِـه ، وَزِنَـةَ عَـرْشِـه ، وَمِـدادَ كَلِمـاتِـه

Transliteration:

Subhan-Allahi wa bihamdihi, ‘adada khalqihi, wa rida nafsihi, wa zinata ‘arshihi, wa midada kalimatihi.

Translation:

Glory is to Allah and praise is to Him, as many times as the number of His creation, as much as pleases Him, as much as the weight of His Throne, and as much as the ink needed to write His words.

Dua to read Right before the khutbah starts 

لَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا اللَّهُ الْحَلِيمُ الْكَرِيمُ سُبْحَانَ اللَّهِ رَبِّ الْعَرْشِ الْعَظِيمِ، وَالْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ رَبِّ الْعَالَمِينَ أَسْأَلُكَ مُوجِبَاتِ رَحْمَتِكَ وَعَزَائِمَ مَغْفِرَتِكَ وَالْغَنِيمَةَ مِنْ كُلِّ بِرٍّ وَالسَّلَامَةَ مِنْ كُلِّ إِثْمٍ لَا تَدَعْ لِي ذَنْبَاً إِلَّا غَفَرْتَهُ وَلَا هَمَّاً إِلَّا فَرَّجْتَهُ وَلَا حَاجَةً هِيَ لَكَ رِضَاً إِلَّا قَضَيْتَهَا يَا أَرْحَمَ الرَّاحِمِينَ

Transliteration:

Lā ilāha illallāhul-halīmul-karīm, subhānallāhi rabil-a’rshil-a’dhīm, al-hamdu lillahi rabil-ā’lamīn. As’aluka mūjibāti rahmatik wa a’zāima maghfiratik wal-ghanīmata min kulli birr was-salāmata min kulli ithm. Lā tada’ lī dhamban illā ghafartah, wa lā hamman illa farrajtah, wa lā hājatan hiya laka ridhan illa qadhaytahā, yā arhamar-rāhimīn.

Translation:

There is no God but Allah, the Forbearing, the Most Generous. Glory be to Allah, the Lord of the Magnificent Throne. Praise be to Allah, the Lord of the Worlds. I ask You for that which brings about Your mercy, for deeds that lead to Your forgiveness, for the benefit of complete piety, and for safety from all sins. O Allah, do not leave me with any sin except that You forgive it, nor any worry except that You relieve it, nor any need that is pleasing to You except that You fulfill it. O Most Merciful of those who show mercy.

During prostration in Salah (Sujood) 

رَبِّ اغْفِرْ لِي، رَبِّ اغْفِرْ لِي، رَبِّ اغْفِرْ لِي، وَارْحَمْنِي، وَاجْبُرْنِي، وَارْفَعْنِي، وَاهْدِنِي، وَعَافِنِي، وَارْزُقْنِي

Transliteration:

Rabbighfir li, Rabbighfir li, Rabbighfir li, warhamni, wajburni, warfa’ni, wahdini, wa ‘afini, warzuqni.

Translation:

My Lord, forgive me. My Lord, forgive me. My Lord, forgive me. Have mercy on me, strengthen me, raise my rank, guide me, grant me health, and provide for me.

Between Asr and Maghrib prayers

اللَّهُمَّ صَلِّ عَلَىٰ مُحَمَّدٍ النَّبِيِّ الْأُمِّيِّ وَعَلَىٰ آلِهِ وَسَلِّمْ تَسْلِيمًا

Transliteration:

Allahumma salli alaa Muhammadinin Nabiyyil Ummiyyi wa-ala aalihi wasallim tasleema.

Translation:

O Allah, bless Muhammad, the unlettered Prophet, and his family, and grant them the best of peace.

Hadith on the Virtue of This Durood

Abu Hurairah (Radiallahu anhu) reports that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said:

"Whoever recites the following Durood eighty times immediately after Asr prayer on Friday, before standing up from his place, Allah will forgive eighty years of sins and grant him the reward equivalent to eighty years of worship."

(Hadith recorded in Tabrani on the authority of Abdullah Ibn Abbas)

Recommended Duas for Jummah

Here are some essential duas for Jumma:

1. Seeking Forgiveness 

أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللهَ وَ أَتُوبُ إِلَيْهِ

Transliteration:

“Astaghfirullah wa atubu ilaih”

Translation: "I seek Allah's forgiveness and repent to Him."

Recite this frequently to cleanse your heart and soul.

2. Sending Salawat Upon the Prophet (PBUH) 

 اللَّهُمَّ صَلِّ عَلَىٰ سَيِّدِنَا مُحَمَّدٍ وَعَلَىٰ آلِهِ وَصَحْبِهِ وَسَلِّمْ

Transliteration:

“Allahumma salli ala sayyidina muhammadin wa ala aalihi wa sahbihi wa sallam” 

Translation: "O Allah, bless our Prophet Muhammad and his family and companions." 

It is highly recommended to send blessings upon the Prophet (PBUH) on Fridays.

3. Supplication for All Forms of Goodness 

رَبَّنَا آتِنا فِي الدُّنْيَا حَسَنَةً وَفِي الْآخِرَةِ حَسَنَةً وَقِنا عَذَابَ النَّارِ

Transliteration:

“Rabbana atina fid-dunya hasanatan wa fil-akhirati hasanatan wa qina azab an-nar” 

Translation: "Our Lord, give us good in this world and the Hereafter and protect us from the punishment of the Fire."

4. Dua for Forgiveness (Sayyidul Istighfar)

This is one of the best forms of seeking forgiveness, as mentioned in a Hadith.

اللَّهُمَّ أَنْتَ رَبِّي لَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا أَنْتَ، خَلَقْتَنِي وَأَنَا عَبْدُكَ، وَأَنَا عَلَى عَهْدِكَ وَوَعْدِكَ مَا اسْتَطَعْتُ، أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا صَنَعْتُ، أَبُوءُ لَكَ بِنِعْمَتِكَ عَلَيَّ، وَأَبُوءُ بِذَنْبِي، فَاغْفِرْ لِي، فَإِنَّهُ لَا يَغْفِرُ الذُّنُوبَ إِلَّا أَنْتَ.

Transliteration:

Allahumma anta Rabbi la ilaha illa anta, khalaqtani wa ana ‘abduka, wa ana ‘ala ‘ahdika wa wa’dika ma istata’tu, a’udhu bika min sharri ma sana’tu, aboo’u laka bini’matika ‘alayya, wa aboo’u bidhanbi, faghfir li, fa innahu la yaghfiru ad-dhunooba illa anta.

Translation:

"O Allah, You are my Lord, there is no deity except You. You created me, and I am Your servant. I am faithful to my covenant and my promise as much as I can. I seek refuge in You from the evil of what I have done. I acknowledge Your favor upon me, and I acknowledge my sin, so forgive me, for none forgives sins except You."

5. Dua for Good in This World and the Hereafter

This is a comprehensive Dua mentioned in the Quran (Surah Al-Baqarah, 2:201).

رَبَّنَا آتِنَا فِي الدُّنْيَا حَسَنَةً وَفِي الْآخِرَةِ حَسَنَةً وَقِنَا عَذَابَ النَّارِ

Transliteration:

Rabbana atina fid-dunya hasanatan wa fil-akhirati hasanatan wa qina ‘adhaban-nar.

Translation:

"Our Lord, give us in this world [that which is] good and in the Hereafter [that which is] good and protect us from the punishment of the Fire."

6. Dua for Protection from Hellfire

This is a powerful Dua to seek refuge from Hellfire.

اللَّهُمَّ أَجِرْنِي مِنَ النَّارِ

Transliteration:

Allahumma ajirni min an-naar.

Translation:

"O Allah, save me from the Hellfire."

7. Complete Dua Send Blessings on the Prophet (Salawat)

Sending blessings upon the Prophet (peace be upon him) is highly recommended on Fridays.

اللَّهُمَّ صَلِّ عَلَى مُحَمَّدٍ وَعَلَى آلِ مُحَمَّدٍ كَمَا صَلَّيْتَ عَلَى إِبْرَاهِيمَ وَعَلَى آلِ إِبْرَاهِيمَ إِنَّكَ حَمِيدٌ مَجِيدٌ. اللَّهُمَّ بَارِكْ عَلَى مُحَمَّدٍ وَعَلَى آلِ مُحَمَّدٍ كَمَا بَارَكْتَ عَلَى إِبْرَاهِيمَ وَعَلَى آلِ إِبْرَاهِيمَ إِنَّكَ حَمِيدٌ مَجِيدٌ.

Transliteration:

Allahumma salli ‘ala Muhammad wa ‘ala aali Muhammad, kama sallayta ‘ala Ibrahima wa ‘ala aali Ibrahima, innaka Hamidun Majid. Allahumma barik ‘ala Muhammad wa ‘ala aali Muhammad, kama barakta ‘ala Ibrahima wa ‘ala aali Ibrahima, innaka Hamidun Majid.

Translation:

"O Allah, send blessings upon Muhammad and upon the family of Muhammad, as You sent blessings upon Ibrahim and upon the family of Ibrahim. Indeed, You are Praiseworthy and Glorious. O Allah, bless Muhammad and the family of Muhammad, as You blessed Ibrahim and the family of Ibrahim. Indeed, You are Praiseworthy and Glorious."

8. Dua for Guidance and Piety

This Dua was often recited by the Prophet (peace be upon him).

اللَّهُمَّ اهْدِنِي وَسَدِّدْنِي

Transliteration:

Allahumma ihdini wa saddidni.

Translation:

"O Allah, guide me and make me steadfast."

9. Dua for Seeking Allah’s Mercy

This is a beautiful Dua to seek Allah’s mercy and forgiveness.

رَبِّ اغْفِرْ وَارْحَمْ وَأَنْتَ خَيْرُ الرَّاحِمِينَ

Transliteration:

Rabbighfir warham wa anta khayrur-raahimeen.

Translation:

"My Lord, forgive and have mercy, and You are the best of the merciful."

10. Dua for Acceptance of Good Deeds

This Dua is from the Quran (Surah Al-Baqarah, 2:127).

رَبَّنَا تَقَبَّلْ مِنَّا إِنَّكَ أَنْتَ السَّمِيعُ الْعَلِيمُ

Transliteration:

Rabbana taqabbal minna innaka Antas-Sami’ul-‘Aleem.

Translation:

"Our Lord, accept [this] from us. Indeed, You are the Hearing, the Knowing."

Why Are Duas Highly Recommended on Fridays?

Fridays hold a special significance in Islam, and making Duas (supplications) on this day is highly recommended due to its spiritual importance. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) emphasized the blessings of Friday and the acceptance of Duas during a specific time on this day.

The Prophet (peace be upon him) said:
"There is a time on Friday during which a Muslim, while he or she is praying and asking Allah for something good, will be granted it."    (Sahih al-Bukhari and Sahih Muslim)

This highlights the importance of making Duas on Fridays, as it is a day filled with mercy, blessings, and opportunities for prayers to be accepted. Muslims are encouraged to increase their supplications, seek forgiveness, and ask for their needs, especially during the last hour before Maghrib (sunset), which is widely believed to be the time when Duas are most likely to be accepted.

The Importance of Seeking Allah’s Forgiveness on Jummah

Seeking forgiveness on Jummah is a highly beneficial act. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said that there is a moment on Friday when Allah grants the duas of His servants. To gain the rewards of this blessed moment, remain in constant worship and repentance throughout the day.

What Is the Powerful Dua on Friday?

The most powerful dua for Jummah is believed to be this special supplication:

اللْهُمَّ إِنَّكَ عَفُوٌّ تُحِبُّ الْعَفْوَ فَاعْفُعَنِّي

Transliteration:

“Allahumma innaka afuwwun tuhibbul afwa fa’fu anni” 

Translation:

"O Allah, You are the Most Forgiving, and You love to forgive, so forgive me."

Recite this dua sincerely and with complete trust in Allah's mercy for the greatest blessings on Jummah.

The Significance of Jummah Day in Muslims’ Lives

Jummah is not just a day of the week for Muslims; it is an important spiritual event that brings a sense of unity, purpose, and renewal. Every Friday, Muslims around the world stop their regular routines and gather for Jummah prayer, reflecting on their faith and renewing their dedication to Allah. 

The Friday prayer acts as a weekly reminder of Islamic values, offering everyone a chance to leave behind the worries of daily life and focus on building a closer bond with the Creator. Jummah serves as a reset button, motivating believers to reflect, make sincere supplications, and seek forgiveness for their mistakes. The communal gathering at the mosque creates feelings of togetherness and strengthens the social fabric within the Muslim community. 

Meeting fellow worshipers each week builds brotherhood and sisterhood and helps to support those in need through charity and kindness. Listening to the sermon (khutbah) is an opportunity to learn, grow, and apply powerful lessons from the Quran and teachings of our beloved Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). 

These valuable reminders push people to lead better lives, both spiritually and morally. Jummah is regarded as the best day of the week, with unique blessings and answered prayers at a time when Allah’s mercy is abundant. The regular practice of giving charity, performing good deeds, and reciting specific duas on Friday lays a strong foundation for spiritual growth. 

Jummah gives Muslims hope, comfort, and confidence that their efforts for goodness are always appreciated and rewarded by Allah. Embracing the special gifts of this day helps every believer move closer to a life full of faith, kindness, and gratitude.

Conclusion

Jummah is a day of immense spiritual significance, offering countless opportunities for Muslims to seek Allah’s mercy, forgiveness, and blessings. By reciting the recommended duas, engaging in acts of worship, and reflecting on the teachings of Islam, believers can maximize the rewards of this sacred day. 

Whether it’s through heartfelt supplications, sending blessings upon the Prophet (PBUH), or seeking forgiveness, every moment of Jummah is a chance to strengthen your connection with Allah and renew your faith.

Questions & Answers

What is the powerful Dua on Friday? 

The powerful Friday dua is “Allahumma innaka afuwwun tuhibbul afwa fa’fu anni.”

Can I make Dua in my own language?

Yes, you can make Dua in any language, as Allah understands all languages and knows what is in your heart.

What are the etiquettes of making Dua?

Begin with praising Allah, sending blessings upon the Prophet (PBUH), raise your hands, face the Qibla, and make Dua with sincerity and humility.

Is there a specific time when Duas are more likely to be accepted?

Yes, Duas are more likely to be accepted during Tahajjud (last third of the night), after obligatory prayers, on Fridays, and while fasting.

Can I make Dua for worldly matters?

Yes, you can make Dua for both worldly and spiritual matters, as long as it is something permissible and good.

Is it necessary to raise hands while making Dua?

Raising hands is a Sunnah and a recommended act, but Duas can still be accepted without raising hands.