🌙 Introduction: The First Ashra Is an Open Door of Mercy
Duas of Mercy: The first ten days of Ramadan are known as the Ashra of Mercy (Rahmah)—a time when Allah’s compassion, kindness, and forgiveness descend abundantly upon His servants. This Ashra is not meant to pass quietly or casually. It is a divine invitation to ask, to return, and to hope.
Dua is the heart of worship, and during the Ashra of Mercy, dua becomes even more powerful. Allah opens His doors widely, encouraging His servants to ask for mercy—not only for sins, but for hearts, lives, families, and futures.
Knowing what to ask Allah during this Ashra helps believers align their supplications with the spirit of Ramadan.
🌿 Why Duas of Mercy Are So Important in Ramadan
Allah’s mercy is not limited, but our ability to receive it depends on our humility and sincerity.
Ramadan is the month where:
- duas are accepted more readily
- hearts soften faster
- repentance becomes easier
- hope replaces despair
The first Ashra is especially focused on Rahmah, reminding believers that Allah’s mercy comes before judgment.
🌙 What Does Mercy (Rahmah) Mean in Islam?
Mercy in Islam includes:
- forgiveness for sins
- kindness despite weakness
- patience with mistakes
- protection from harm
- guidance after misguidance
Asking for mercy means asking Allah to treat us gently, despite our shortcomings.
🌿 The Best Time to Make Duas in the First Ashra
While dua is accepted at all times, certain moments are especially powerful in Ramadan:
- during fasting
- before iftar
- after obligatory prayers
- in the last part of the night
- when the heart feels broken
The first Ashra is ideal for heartfelt, honest duas, not rushed words.
🌙 Duas of Mercy for Forgiveness
One of the greatest forms of mercy is forgiveness.
Dua for Forgiveness and Mercy
Transliteration:
Rabbighfir warham wa anta khayrur-rahimeen
Meaning:
My Lord, forgive and have mercy, for You are the Best of those who show mercy.
📌 Why this dua matters:
This simple supplication combines forgiveness and mercy—two gifts every believer desperately needs.
🌿 Duas of Mercy for a Soft Heart
Many hearts harden due to sins, stress, or neglect.
Dua for a Soft and Guided Heart
Transliteration:
Allahumma ya Muqallibal-quloob, thabbit qalbi ‘ala deenik
Meaning:
O Allah, Turner of hearts, keep my heart firm upon Your religion.
📌 This dua asks for mercy through steadfastness, protecting the heart from deviation.
🌙 Duas of Mercy for Healing and Relief
Mercy is also found in relief from emotional and physical pain.
Dua for Ease and Healing
Transliteration:
Rabbishrah li sadri, wa yassir li amri
Meaning:
O my Lord, expand my chest and ease my task for me.
📌 This dua brings calm during anxiety, fear, and emotional heaviness.
🌿 Duas of Mercy for Family and Loved Ones
Islam encourages believers to ask mercy not only for themselves, but for others.
Dua for Family Mercy
Transliteration:
Rabbirhamhuma kama rabbayani sagheera
Meaning:
My Lord, have mercy on them as they raised me when I was small.
📌 Mercy for parents opens doors of Allah’s mercy upon the believer.
🌙 Duas of Mercy for Guidance and Protection
Guidance itself is a form of mercy.
Dua for Guidance and Protection
Transliteration:
Rabbana la tuzigh quloobana ba‘da idh hadaytana wa hab lana milladunka rahmah
Meaning:
O our Lord, do not let our hearts deviate after You have guided us, and grant us mercy from Yourself.
📌 This dua protects faith during spiritual growth.
🌿 Duas of Mercy for Acceptance of Ramadan
One of the most important duas is asking Allah to accept our worship.
Dua for Acceptance
Transliteration:
Allahumma taqabbal minna innaka Antas-Samee‘ul-‘Aleem
Meaning:
O Allah, accept from us; indeed, You are the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing.
📌 Acceptance is the ultimate mercy.
🌙 How to Make Duas That Attract Mercy
To attract Allah’s mercy:
- ask with humility
- admit weakness
- persist without rushing
- trust Allah’s wisdom
- forgive others
Allah’s mercy descends upon hearts that are soft, patient, and sincere.
🌿 Common Mistakes While Making Duas
Avoid:
- rushing without presence
- asking only for worldly things
- losing hope quickly
- delaying dua until the last Ashra
The first Ashra is not a warm-up—it is a golden opportunity.
🌙 Mercy Is Meant to Change Us
Receiving Allah’s mercy should:
- increase gratitude
- soften character
- inspire obedience
- improve behavior
Mercy is not just felt—it is reflected.
🌟 Conclusion: Ask Big, Ask Sincerely, Ask Early
The first Ashra of Ramadan is a treasure chest of mercy. Allah invites His servants to ask—not cautiously, but confidently.
Ask for:
- forgiveness
- healing
- guidance
- closeness to Allah
- acceptance
May Allah shower us with His mercy in this Ashra, forgive our sins, heal our hearts, accept our fasting and prayers, and prepare us for the rest of Ramadan.
Ameen 🤍