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Table of Content:
- What is Tahajjud?
- Dua When You Wake Up for Tahajjud
- How to Perform Tahajjud
- Tips for Tahajjud
- FAQ
- Pros and Cons
What is Tahajjud?
Tahajjud is a voluntary prayer that is performed during the last third of the night. It is a highly recommended prayer in Islam and is considered to be one of the most virtuous acts of worship. It is a time when Muslims can connect with Allah, seek forgiveness, and ask for blessings.
Dua When You Wake Up for Tahajjud
When you wake up for Tahajjud, it is recommended to recite the following dua:
“Allahumma lakal-hamdu anta noorus-samawaati wal-ardi wa man fihinna. Wa lakal hamdu anta qayyimus-samawaati wal-ardi wa man fihinna. Wa lakal-hamdu anta rabbus-samawaati wal-ardi wa man fihinna. Wa lakal-hamdu anta haqqun, wa wa'duka haqqun, wa liqa'uka haqqun, wa qauluka haqqun, wal jannatu haqqun, wannaru haqqun, was-sa'atu haqqun, wassiratu haqqun. Allahumma laka aslamtu, wa bika amantu, wa 'alayka tawakkaltu, wa ilayka anabtu, wa bika khasamtu, wa ilayka hakamtu, faghfirli ma qaddamtu wama akh-khartu, wama as-rartu, wama'a lantu, anta-l-muqaddim wa anta-l-mu'akh-khir, la ilaha illa anta (or la ilaha ghayruka).”
The English translation of this dua is:
"O Allah! All praises are for You who is the light of the heavens and the earth and whatever is in them. All praises are for You who is the sustainer of the heavens and the earth and whatever is in them. All praises are for You who is the Lord of the heavens and the earth and whatever is in them. All praises are for You who is true, and Your promise is true, and meeting with You is true, and Your word is true, and paradise is true, and hell is true, and the Hour is true, and the Resurrection is true. O Allah! To You I have submitted, in You I have believed, and in You I have put my trust. To You I have turned, for You I am arguing. To You I seek judgment, so forgive me for what I have done in the past and what I will do in the future, what I have concealed and what I have disclosed. You are the One who brings forward and the One who puts back. There is none worthy of worship except You (or there is no worthy of worship except You)."
How to Perform Tahajjud
To perform Tahajjud, you need to wake up in the last third of the night. You can set an alarm to wake you up or wake up naturally. After waking up, perform ablution (wudu) and then pray two to twelve rakahs (units of prayer). You can recite any Surahs (chapters) from the Quran in your prayer. After completing your prayer, make dua and ask for forgiveness.
Tips for Tahajjud
Here are some tips that can help you perform Tahajjud:
- Try to sleep early so that you can wake up easily for Tahajjud
- Recite Quran before going to bed to make it easier to wake up for Tahajjud
- Make a habit of waking up for Tahajjud regularly
- Make dua and ask for forgiveness during Tahajjud
FAQ
Q: Can I perform Tahajjud without waking up in the last third of the night?
A: Technically, you can perform Tahajjud at any time, but it is highly recommended to perform it in the last third of the night as it is the most virtuous time for Tahajjud.
Q: How many rakahs should I perform for Tahajjud?
A: You can perform two to twelve rakahs for Tahajjud.
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Highly recommended act of worship in Islam
- A time to connect with Allah, seek forgiveness and ask for blessings
- Can help in developing a stronger relationship with Allah
Cons:
- Requires waking up in the last third of the night
- May be difficult to perform regularly
- May require sacrificing sleep
Performing Tahajjud is a highly recommended act of worship in Islam. It is a time when Muslims can connect with Allah, seek forgiveness, and ask for blessings. By waking up for Tahajjud, you can develop a stronger relationship with Allah and make your day more productive. Remember to recite the dua when you wake up for Tahajjud and make use of the tips provided to make it easier to perform. May Allah accept our prayers and grant us His blessings.
