Duas for the Last Ten Nights 

The last ten nights of Ramadan are among the most blessed and spiritually significant times in Islam. Rewards for good deeds are multiplied, and these nights contain Laylat al-Qadr (The Night of Decree), which is better than a thousand months. Due to their immense significance, Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) gave special attention to these nights, increasing his acts of worship,Duas, and devotion while encouraging his followers to do the same.

It is recommended for Muslims to Duas for the last ten days, as supplication is a powerful means of drawing closer to Allah and having one’s needs fulfilled, particularly in such sacred moments.

The Virtues of the Last Ten Nights of Ramadan

The last ten nights hold immense blessings, as highlighted by various authentic narrations:

1. The Prophet (ﷺ) exerted extra effort in worship during these nights

• Aisha (RA) reported:
  “The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) would exert himself in worship during the last ten nights more than at any other time.” (Muslim)

2. Seeking Laylat al-Qadr

• Aisha (RA) narrated that the Prophet (ﷺ) said:
  “Seek Laylat al-Qadr in the last ten nights of Ramadan.” (Bukhari & Muslim)

3. Spending the Night in Worship

• Aisha (RA) also said:
  “When the last ten nights began, the Prophet (ﷺ) would tighten his waist belt, stay awake at night, and wake his family for prayers.” (Bukhari & Muslim)

4. Freedom from Hellfire and Forgiveness

• The Prophet (ﷺ) said:
  “Allah frees people from Hell every night in Ramadan, and every Muslim has a supplication that will be answered.” (Ahmad, authenticated by Al-Albani)

Duas for the Last Ten Nights of Ramadan

It is recommended to recite specific Duas during these sacred nights, including:

1. The Duas for Laylat al-Qadr

• Aisha (RA) asked the Prophet (ﷺ):
  “O Messenger of Allah, if I know which night is Laylat al-Qadr, what should I say?”
  He replied: “Say: O Allah, You are Most Forgiving, and You love forgiveness, so forgive me.” (Tirmidhi, authenticated by Al-Albani)

2. Duas for Forgiveness and Repentance

• “O Allah, forgive all my sins, whether small or great, first or last, hidden or apparent.”
• “O Allah, make me among those who sincerely repent and among those who are purified.”

3. Duas for Sustenance and Blessings

• “O Allah, grant me from Your vast bounty, bless me in my family and wealth, and enrich me by Your grace.”
• “O Allah, suffice me with what is lawful and keep me away from what is unlawful.” (Tirmidhi)

4.Duas for Acceptance and Paradise

• “O Allah, make me among those accepted in this blessed month, and grant me Jannah without reckoning.”
• “O Allah, I ask You for Paradise and whatever brings me closer to it in words and deeds, and I seek refuge from Hellfire and whatever brings me closer to it.”

5. Duas for Relief and Guidance

• “O Allah, relieve me from all distress, remove my difficulties, and provide for me in ways I do not expect.”
• “O Allah, guide me among those whom You have guided, grant me well-being among those whom You have granted well-being, and bless me in what You have given me.”

6. Duas for Strength and Mercy

• “O Allah, make these nights a means to erase my sins, ease my difficulties, and heal my heart.”
• “O Allah, I ask You for all that is good, now and in the future, and I seek refuge from all that is evil, now and in the future.”

How to Revive the Last Ten Nights of Ramadan

The Prophet (ﷺ) engaged in the best acts of worship during these nights. Here are some recommended practices:

1. Performing Night Prayers (Qiyam & Tahajjud)

• The Prophet (ﷺ) said:
  “Whoever prays at night during Ramadan with faith and hoping for reward, his past sins will be forgiven.” (Bukhari & Muslim)
• These prayers should be performed with deep reflection, long recitations, and sincere devotion.

2. Increasing Quran Recitation

• Ramadan is the month of the Quran, and righteous predecessors would complete multiple recitations during these nights.
• Allah says:
  “The month of Ramadan in which the Quran was revealed.” (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:185)

3. Observing I’tikaf (Spiritual Retreat)

• Ibn Umar (RA) reported:
  “The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) used to observe I’tikaf during the last ten days of Ramadan.” (Bukhari & Muslim)
• I’tikaf involves dedicating oneself to worship in the mosque, avoiding distractions, and focusing on prayer and supplication.

4. Giving Charity and Helping Others

• The Prophet (ﷺ) said:
  “The best charity is given in Ramadan.” (Tirmidhi)
• It is encouraged to give generously to those in need, whether through zakat or voluntary charity.

5. Increasing Remembrance and Seeking Forgiveness

• Allah says:
  “And the men who remember Allah much and the women who do so – for them Allah has prepared forgiveness and a great reward.” (Surah Al-Ahzab 33:35)
• Engage in continuous remembrance (dhikr), seek forgiveness (istighfar), and glorify Allah.

The Virtue of Duas on Laylat al-Qadr

Laylat al-Qadr is the most significant night of the year. Allah describes its greatness in the Quran:
“The Night of Decree is better than a thousand months.” (Surah Al-Qadr 97:3)

The Rewards of Praying on Laylat al-Qadr

1. Duas are accepted – The night is filled with mercy, and prayers made sincerely are granted.
2. It is a night of peace and blessings – Allah says:
   “Peace it is until the emergence of dawn.” (Surah Al-Qadr 97:5)
3. Forgiveness is granted – The Prophet (ﷺ) said:
   “Whoever prays on Laylat al-Qadr with faith and seeking reward, his past sins will be forgiven.” (Bukhari & Muslm

The last ten nights of Ramadan offer a rare opportunity for immense spiritual growth, divine forgiveness, and the ultimate reward of Laylat al-Qadr. Muslims should strive to maximize their worship, increase Duas, and seek Allah’s mercy with sincerity.

May Allah accept our prayers, grant us Laylat al-Qadr, and make us among those who are forgiven and admitted into Jannah.