Dua for Parents: Rabbir-hamhuma and More from the Quran
The duas for parents from the Quran, including “Rabbir-hamhuma kama rabbayani saghira”, in Arabic, transliteration and English, for living parents and those who have passed away.
Rabbir-hamhuma: the dua from Surah Al-Isra
In the verse before it, Allah commands kindness to parents and forbids saying even “uff” to them (Al-Isra 17:23).
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best dua for parents?
The dua Allah teaches in the Quran: “Rabbir-hamhuma kama rabbayani saghira” (Al-Isra 17:24).
Can I make dua for parents who have passed away?
Yes, and it benefits them. The Prophet ﷺ said that when a person dies his deeds end except three, one of which is a righteous child who prays for him (Sahih Muslim 1631).
When should I make dua for my parents?
At any time, and especially at the times when duas are accepted, such as in sujood (Sahih Muslim 482) and in the last third of the night (Sahih al-Bukhari 1145).
Sources
- Quran: Arabic from the Tanzil Quran text; English meaning based on Kanz-ul-Iman by Imam Ahmad Raza Khan, checked against the Kanz-ul-Iman text on dawateislami.net (Al-Isra 17:23–24, Ibrahim 14:41, Nuh 71:28).
- Hadith: Sahih Muslim 482 and 1631; Sahih al-Bukhari 1145.
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Last updated: October 2026