Quran
The Holy Quran is the central religious text of Islam, believed by Muslims to be the literal word of God (Allah) as revealed to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) through the Angel Jibreel (Gabriel) over a period of approximately 23 years.
The Quran is composed of 114 chapters known as Surahs, which vary in length and are written entirely in Arabic. Each Surah is further divided into verses called Ayahs. The Quran serves as the ultimate source of guidance for Muslims in all aspects of life—spiritual, moral, legal, and social. Its recitation is a cornerstone of daily worship, and Muslims around the world memorize, study, and reflect upon its teachings as a means of drawing closer to Allah.
Supplications & Duas
Dua (supplication) is a profound form of worship in Islam—a direct, personal conversation with Allah. The following are some of the most cherished supplications recited regularly at Husaynia and in Shia communities worldwide.
Dua Kumayl
Dua Kumayl is a supplication taught by Imam Ali (AS) to his companion Kumayl ibn Ziyad. It is traditionally recited on Thursday nights and is one of the most beloved supplications in Shia Islam, expressing deep repentance and seeking God's mercy.
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ بِرَحْمَتِكَ الَّتِي وَسِعَتْ كُلَّ شَيْءٍ
وَبِقُوَّتِكَ الَّتِي قَهَرْتَ بِهَا كُلَّ شَيْءٍ
وَخَضَعَ لَهَا كُلُّ شَيْءٍ وَذَلَّ لَهَا كُلُّ شَيْءٍ
Allahumma inni as'aluka bi-rahmatika al-lati wasi'at kulla shay'in, wa bi-quwwatika al-lati qaharta biha kulla shay'in, wa khada'a laha kullu shay'in, wa dhalla laha kullu shay'in
"O Allah, I ask You by Your mercy, which encompasses all things; and by Your power, which overcomes all things, and before which all things are humbled, and to which all things submit…"
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Dua Tawassul
Dua Tawassul is a supplication seeking intercession through the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and his holy family (Ahlul Bayt). It is commonly recited on Tuesday nights and during times of need.
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَتَوَسَّلُ إِلَيْكَ بِنَبِيِّكَ مُحَمَّدٍ
نَبِيِّ الرَّحْمَةِ صَلَّى اللهُ عَلَيْهِ وَآلِهِ
يَا أَبَا الْقَاسِمِ يَا رَسُولَ اللهِ يَا إِمَامَ الرَّحْمَةِ
Allahumma inni atawassalu ilayka bi-nabiyyika Muhammadin, nabiyyi ar-rahmah, sallallahu 'alayhi wa alihi, ya Abal-Qasim, ya Rasulallah, ya Imam ar-rahmah
"O Allah, I beseech You through Your Prophet Muhammad, the Prophet of mercy, peace be upon him and his family. O Abal-Qasim, O Messenger of Allah, O leader of mercy…"
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Dua Nudba
Dua Nudba (the Supplication of Lamentation) is recited on Fridays and on the days of Eid. It expresses longing for the awaited Imam al-Mahdi (AS) and reflects on the trials of the Prophet's family.
اَلْحَمْدُ لِلّٰهِ رَبِّ الْعَالَمِينَ
وَصَلَّى اللهُ عَلَى سَيِّدِنَا مُحَمَّدٍ نَبِيِّهِ وَآلِهِ وَسَلَّمَ تَسْلِيمًا
اَللَّهُمَّ لَكَ الْحَمْدُ عَلَى مَا جَرَى بِهِ قَضَاؤُكَ
Al-hamdu lillahi Rabbil-'alamin, wa sallallahu 'ala sayyidina Muhammadin nabiyyihi wa alihi wa sallama tasliman. Allahumma lakal-hamdu 'ala ma jara bihi qada'uka
"All praise is due to Allah, the Lord of the worlds, and blessings upon our master Muhammad, His Prophet, and his family. O Allah, to You is the praise for what Your decree has ordained…"
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Dua Faraj
Dua Faraj (Prayer for Relief) is a brief but powerful supplication seeking divine relief and the hastening of the reappearance of Imam al-Mahdi (AS). It is one of the most frequently recited duas.
اللَّهُمَّ كُنْ لِوَلِيِّكَ الْحُجَّةِ بْنِ الْحَسَنِ
صَلَوَاتُكَ عَلَيْهِ وَعَلَى آبَائِهِ
فِي هَذِهِ السَّاعَةِ وَفِي كُلِّ سَاعَةٍ
وَلِيًّا وَحَافِظًا وَقَائِدًا وَنَاصِرًا وَدَلِيلًا وَعَيْنًا
حَتَّى تُسْكِنَهُ أَرْضَكَ طَوْعًا
وَتُمَتِّعَهُ فِيهَا طَوِيلًا
Allahumma kun li-waliyyikal-hujjati ibnil-Hasan, salawatuka 'alayhi wa 'ala aba'ihi, fi hadhihi-s-sa'ati wa fi kulli sa'atin, waliyyan wa hafizan wa qa'idan wa nasiran wa dalilan wa 'ayna, hatta tuskinahu ardaka taw'an wa tumatti'ahu fiha tawila
"O Allah, be for Your representative, the Proof, son of al-Hasan—Your blessings upon him and his forefathers—at this hour and every hour, a guardian, a protector, a leader, a helper, a guide, and a watcher, until You allow him to dwell on Your earth willingly and grant him its enjoyment for a long time."
Hadith Al Kisa
Hadith al-Kisa (The Narration of the Cloak) recounts an event where Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) gathered Imam Ali, Sayyida Fatima, Imam Hasan, and Imam Husayn (AS) under his cloak, and Allah declared them the purified Ahlul Bayt. It is frequently recited at Shia gatherings.
رَوَتْ فَاطِمَةُ الزَّهْرَاءُ (عَلَيْهَا السَّلَامُ)
بِنْتُ رَسُولِ اللهِ (صَلَّى اللهُ عَلَيْهِ وَآلِهِ)
أَنَّهَا قَالَتْ: دَخَلَ عَلَيَّ أَبِي رَسُولُ اللهِ فِي بَعْضِ الْأَيَّامِ
Rawat Fatimatu az-Zahra ('alayhas-salam), bintu Rasulillah (sallallahu 'alayhi wa alihi), annaha qalat: dakhala 'alayya abi Rasulullahi fi ba'dil-ayyam
"Fatima az-Zahra (peace be upon her), the daughter of the Messenger of Allah (blessings upon him and his family), narrated that she said: My father, the Messenger of Allah, came to me one day…"
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Hadiths
Hadiths are recorded sayings and traditions of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and, in Shia tradition, also of the Twelve Imams. These teachings offer guidance on faith, ethics, and daily life.
“Seek knowledge from the cradle to the grave.”
“The best of people are those who are most beneficial to others.”
“He who has no compassion for others will not be shown compassion.”
“Do not be a slave to others when Allah has created you free.”
“The tongue is the beast of a person; if you let it loose, it will wound someone.”
“Surely, there exists in the hearts of believers, with respect to the martyrdom of Hussain, a heat that never subsides.”
“Be like a flower that gives its fragrance even to the hand that crushes it.”
“The best form of worship is to contemplate the creation of Allah and His power.”
Articles & Downloads
Educational materials, articles, and downloadable resources to deepen your understanding of Islam and Shia tradition.
We are currently curating a collection of articles and downloadable resources. Check back soon, or visit our recommended external resources below.
- Al-Islam.org — Comprehensive Shia Islamic library
- Duas.org — Collection of supplications