Complete Duas for the Start and End of Hijrah Year. Hijra year is the Islamic New Year, or Muharram (Al-Hijra) in the Islamic Calendar. Just like the Gregorian calendar, the Islamic calendar also has 12 months (see our guide to the Islamic Hijri calendar, and Muharram quotes and wishes).
It starts with Muharram followed by Safar, Rabbi al-awwal, Rabbi al-thani, Jumada al-awwal, Jumada al-thani, Rajab, Shaban, Ramadan, Shawwal, Dhul Qadah and Dhul Hijjah. Allah SWT says in the Holy Quran:“When my servants ask you concerning me, (tell them) I am indeed close (to them). I listen to the prayer of every suppliant when he calls on me.” This shows that dua is a central form of worship as it connects us with Allah SWT.
Dua for End & Beginning Year of Hijrah
↓Duas For The Start Of Hijrah Year
This dua is commonly recited on the first day of the new Hijri year. Note: the reports describing special rewards for it (such as Satan despairing of the reciter) are not found in the authentic collections of hadith, so please treat the dua as a general supplication for protection and guidance rather than a prescribed Sunnah act.” Here are 50 Best Islamic Quotes About Namaz Prayers with Images.
Translation: In the name of Allah, the Compassionate, the Merciful
And May the peace and blessing of Allah, be upon Our Master Muhammad (SAW) and his family and companions.
O Allah You are the everlasting, the eternal, the first! And our reliance is upon Your Great Grace and Generosity! And this new year has arrived, we ask Your protection in it from the Satan and his allies and his armies! And we ask You for Your support against this soul which incites to evil and Your support in preoccupying ourselves with that which draws us close to You! O Owner of Majesty and Reverence! And Allah, the Most Exalted, bless our Master Muhammad (SAW) and his family and companions and grant them peace.
↓Muharram First Day Dua
This shorter dua is also commonly recited after sighting the new moon of Muharram. As with the dua above, the specific rewards often attributed to it are not established in authentic hadith; it is a sincere supplication for protection and for being kept busy in good deeds.
Translation: O Allah! You are the everlasting and eternal One, and this is the new year.
I am supplicating to you for Protection and safety from the devil and his companions,
and seek help and victory against those who command to do evil against the soul.
I ask for help in remaining busy in deeds which will bring me closer to You, O Merciful Lord.
↓Dua For The End Of Hijri Year (a commonly circulated supplication that is not reported in the authentic hadith collections, so treat it as a general act of repentance rather than a prescribed Sunnah)
Translation:
And May the peace and blessing of Allah, be upon Our Master Muhammad (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) and his family and companions.
↓Importance And Value Of Dua
We commit sins freely without thinking about the Hereafter, we must understand that there is punishment for every bad deed that we perform in this world. Everywhere in this world, people are being part of activities that Islam forbids us to do. Death is a bitter truth and it is said in the Holy Quran that ‘Every soul will taste death.’ So, we must fear Allah SWT and the day we will be held accountable for our life of this world. Also have a look at these 40 Islamic Quotes about Sadness & How Islam Deals with Sadness.
However, if we realize our mistakes and want to repent (see the benefits of istighfar and duas to ask Allah for forgiveness), we must know that Allah Al Mighty is the Most Supreme, Most Merciful and the Kindest. Allah Al Mighty says “Never give up hope of Allah’s mercy.Truly no one despairs of Allah’s relief (mercy) except those who have no faith.” – [Quran,12:87]. He knows what is in our hearts and He listens when we pray for our repentance. Dua is one of the strongest source that attaches a Muslim with Allah SWT so it is highly recommended for every Muslim to make dua regularly, in their own words as well as with the duas taught in the Quran and Sunnah (such as the duas of the Prophets).
↓Islamic Quotes About Supplication
Supplication holds immense importance in Islam, there are various Hadiths and quotes highlighting the value of dua in Islam. It is promised that if a Muslim faces any difficulty and asks Allah SWT for help, He will help him and never leave him alone.
Allah SWT is the Most Forgiving and the Most Compassionate, He never ignores when a person calls upon Him. It is narrated in a hadith (reported by al-Hakim, with a chain that some scholars consider weak) that ”The weapon of a believer is supplication” and Allah SWT is the hearer of supplication. He is the most Gracious and never will he ever return a believer empty handed if the believer raises his hand to make Dua.
↓Hadiths About Supplication
“Nothing is more honorable to Allah SWT the most than Dua”. (Sahih al- Jami #5268)
“O my servants, were the first of you and last of you, the human of you and jinn of you to rise up in one place and make a request from me, and were I to give everyone what they requested, that would not decrease what I have anymore than a needle decreases the sea if put into it.” [Sahih Muslim]
“Dua is the essence of Ibadah (worship).” [Tirmidhi; the wording “essence of worship” is graded weak by many scholars, while the authentic report says “Dua is worship”]
“Nothing prevents predestination except Du’a, and nothing stretches the age except righteousness.” [at-Tirmidhi, graded hasan by some scholars and understood to mean that dua is itself part of Allah’s decree]
“Du’a is a weapon of a believer, a pillar of religion, and a light of the heavens and the earth.” [al-Hakim; many scholars consider this chain weak]
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an authentic dua for the Islamic New Year?
The commonly circulated duas for the start and end of the year are not found in the authentic hadith collections. Muslims may still make general dua for guidance, protection and forgiveness at any time, without treating a specific wording as a required Sunnah.
Which month starts the Hijri calendar?
Muharram is the first month. You can read more in our guide to the Islamic Hijri calendar.
Is it a Sunnah to celebrate the new year?
There is no authentic report of the Prophet (peace be upon him) holding a special celebration. Scholars generally advise reflection, repentance and good deeds rather than festivities; for fasting in Muharram, see Muharram quotes and ideas and ask a qualified scholar about the details.
Can I make dua in my own words?
Yes. Making dua in your own language and words is fully valid, and it is also recommended to learn the duas of the Quran and Sunnah.
How should I treat hadiths about dua with weak chains?
Rely first on the authentic reports, and treat weakly graded ones with caution, as noted next to each narration above.