Salah (prayer) is one of Islam’s most essential worship acts. An example of this communication is prayer, a direct talk between a believer and Allah. Once Salah is finished, it is highly recommended that Dua be recited. This is an opportunity for a believer to express gratitude, seek Forgiveness, and ask for blessings. It is a scene of humility and hope, a turning toward Allah to be guided and forgiven.

1. Tasbih After Salah {Tasbih Fatimah(تَسْبِيح فَاطِمَة)}

The most common and frequently repeated dua after Salah is Tasbih. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) instructed his followers to recite Tasbih to reflect on Allah’s perfection. Tasbih Fatimah (In Arabic & English) اللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ – Allahu Akbar – “Allah is the Greatest” → 34 times   الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ – Alhamdulillah – “All praise is for Allah” → 33 times   سُبْحَانَ اللَّهِ – SubhanAllah – “Glory be to Allah” → 33 times After This Say at Once Arabic لَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا اللَّهُ وَحْدَهُ لَا شَرِيكَ لَهُ، لَهُ الْمُلْكُ وَلَهُ الْحَمْدُ، وَهُوَ عَلَى كُلِّ شَيْءٍ قَدِيرٌ Transliteration: Lā ilāha illallāhu waḥdahu lā sharīka lah, lahul-mulku wa lahul-ḥamdu wa huwa ʿalā kulli shay’in qadīr. Translation: There is no god but Allah alone, without any partner. His is the kingdom, and His is the praise, and He has power over all things.

What is Tasbih Fatimah?

It is a specific set of phrases you recite, especially after every Salah (prayer) or before sleeping: SubhanAllah-33, Alhamdulillah-33, and Allahu Akbar-34.

Common Duas After Salah

Here are some of the Duas often recited after Salah, along with their Arabic text, transliteration, and English translation: 1. Seeking Forgiveness

• Arabic: أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللَّهَ، أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللَّهَ، أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللَّهَ  (Al-Bhukari, Muslim 3/1685 )
• Transliteration: Astaghfirullah, Astaghfirullah, Astaghfirullah.
• Translation: I seek the Forgiveness of Allah.

 

Why Say Astaghfirullah After Namaz?

1. It’s the Sunnah of the Prophet ﷺ

After finishing Salah, Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would often say “Astaghfirullah” three times. Hadith (Sahih Muslim): The Messenger of Allah ﷺ, when he had finished the prayer, used to seek Forgiveness three times and say: “Astaghfirullah, Astaghfirullah, Astaghfirullah”

• You can say it more often if you wish — the more Istighfar, the better!

Many scholars recommend developing the habit of saying “Astaghfirullah” 100 times a day, as practised by the Prophet ﷺ (Hadith—Sahih Muslim). Another common dua after Salah is the Sayyidul Istighfar (the chief supplication for Forgiveness). It is a powerful and comprehensive dua asking for Allah’s Forgiveness for all sins. Arabic: اللّهُمَّ أَنتَ رَبِّي لَا إِلٰهَ إِلَّا أَنتَ خَلَقْتَنِي وَأَنَا عَبْدُكَ وَأَنَا عَلَىٰ عَهْدِكَ وَوَعْدِكَ مَا اسْتَطَعْتُ أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِن شَرِّ مَا صَنَعْتُ أَبُوءُ لَكَ بِالنِّعْمَةِ عَلَيَّ وَأَبُوءُ لَكَ بِذَنْبِي فَاغْفِرْ لِي فَإِنَّهُ لَا يَغْفِرُ الذُّنُوبَ إِلَّا أَنتَ Transliteration: Allahumma anta rabbi la ilaha illa anta, khalaqtani wa ana abduka wa ana ‘ala ‘ahdika wa wa’dika ma is’tata’tu, a’udhu bika min sharri ma sana’tu, abuu’u laka bini’matika ‘alayya wa abuu’u laka bidhanbi, faghfir li fa’innahu la yaghfirudh-dhunoob illa anta. Translation: “Oh Allah! You are my Lord. There is no deity except for you. You created me, and I am Your servant. I try my best to fulfil the pact between us.” I take my refuge in You from the evil of my actions. In return for your mercy on me, I confess my sins. Therefore, forgive me.” Surely none can forgive sins except You! Repetition: It is recommended that this dua be recited once after each prayer. It is especially beneficial for seeking Forgiveness.   2. Praising Allah

• Arabic: اللَّهُمَّ أَنْتَ السَّلاَمُ، وَمِنْكَ السَّلَامُ، تَبَارَكْتَ يَا ذَا الْجَلَالِ وَالإِكْرَامِ  (Sahih Muslim – Hadith No. 591)
• Transliteration: Allahumma Antas-Salaamu wa minkas-salaamu, tabaarakta yaa Thal-Jalaali wal-Ikraam.
• Translation: O Allah, You are Peace, and from You comes peace. Blessed are You, O Owner of Majesty and Honor.

3. Acknowledging Allah’s Sovereignty

• Arabic: لَا إلَهَ إِلاَّ اللَّهُ وَحْدَهُ لَا شَرِيكَ لَهُ، لَهُ الْمُلْكُ وَلَهُ الْحَمْدُ وَهُوَ عَلَى كُلِّ شَيْءٍ قَدِيرٌ
• Transliteration: Laa ilaaha illallaahu wahdahu laa shareeka lahu, lahul-mulku wa lahul-hamdu wa Huwa ‘alaa kulli shay’in Qadeer.
• Translation: None has the right to be worshipped but Allah alone, without a partner. His is the dominion, and His is the praise, and He can do everything.

6. Dua for Protection Another important supplication is protection against harm, particularly for seeking Allah’s protection from evil and mischief. Arabic: بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الَّذِي لَا يَضُرُّ مَعَ اسْمِهِ شَيْءٌ فِي الْأَرْضِ وَلَا فِي السَّمَاءِ وَهُوَ السَّمِيعُ العَلِيمُ Transliteration: Bismillahi alladhi la yadurru ma’asmihi shay’un fi al-ard wa la fi as-sama’, wa huwa as-Samee’u al-‘Aleem. Translation: “In the name of Allah, with whose name nothing on earth or in the heavens can harm, and He is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing.” Repetition: This dua is repeated three times after each prayer for protection from harm.

Benefits of Reciting Dua After Salah

1. Strengthens Faith: Reciting Dua reinforces the believer’s reliance on Allah, acknowledging His supreme power and mercy.
2. Spiritual Cleansing: Seeking Forgiveness purifies the soul and brings inner peace.
3. Gratitude and Reflection: It is a moment to thank Allah for His blessings and reflect on one’s actions.
4. Fulfilment of Needs: Allah promises in the Quran, “Call upon Me; I will respond to you” (Surah Ghafir, 40:60). Dua is a means to seek His help and guidance.
5. Following Sunnah: The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) encouraged reciting Dua after Salah, making it a practice that aligns with his teachings.

Dua After Reciting the Quran

Is Dua after Salah Compulsory?

Dua after Salah: While it is not a must to pray after reciting the prayers, it is a Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). It is also highly recommended as such an act comes with immeasurable spiritual benefits and is in tune with the teachings of Islam. At this peaceful moment, one can also make personal supplications, including duas for healing, relief from pain, and other personal needs.

References

• Sahih Muslim, Hadith 591: The Prophet (peace be upon him) would seek Forgiveness three times after Salah.
• Surah Ghafir, 40:60: Allah’s promise to respond to supplications.
• Sahih Al-Bukhari, Hadith 844: The Prophet’s practice of praising Allah after prayer.

Reciting du’a after performing salah renews our tie with Allah. Even when watching things from afar, so to speak, we can recognize the hidden ways of working and express the ropes that bind us more closely to Him. This is a time of reflection, thanks, and hope. May these Duas bring you closer to Allah and fill your heart with peace and contentment.

Final Words

The supplications of Dua after Adhan and Salah are a means of nurturing the bond between the believer and the Lord of the worlds, seeking Aid and pardon, and defence from temptations. Reciting these duas with sincerity and devotion can bring peace and blessings in the life of a believer as they are deeply entrenched in Islamic traditions and teachings. Every dua, be it a tasbih here (subhanAllah), or Sayyidul Istighfar, or Ayat-ul-Kursi for the seeker of protection, all these are also glorifications of Allah, His greatness, His mercy, His power. After each prayer, integrate these duas into your daily routine and witness their transformative power over your spiritual path. At Taqwa Tours in the UK, we understand the significance of these spiritual practices and encourage you to integrate these duas into your daily routine after each prayer.  Read more: Travel Dua – Istikhara Dua