Many Muslims work hard to perform a full Quran khatm, especially during Ramadan or once every month, but after the final recite, they often wonder what dua to make. I’ve felt that same pause myself—unsure, yet spiritually full.
Over time, I came to discover that making a sincere dua right after completing the Quran is one of the best ways to honor the journey. It’s a beautiful moment to ask Allah for acceptance, guidance, and blessings. The practice doesn’t require perfection and can be done easily, from the heart.
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Dua Al Khatm:
Arabic:
اللَّهُمَّ ارْحَمْنِي بِالْقُرْآنِ، وَاجْعَلْهُ لِي إِمَامًا وَنُورًا وَهُدًى وَرَحْمَةً، اللَّهُمَّ ذَكِّرْنِي مِنْهُ مَا نَسِيتُ، وَعَلِّمْنِي مِنْهُ مَا جَهِلْتُ، وَارْزُقْنِي تِلَاوَتَهُ آنَاءَ اللَّيْلِ وَأَطْرَافَ النَّهَارِ، وَاجْعَلْهُ لِي حُجَّةً يَا رَبَّ الْعَالَمِينَ.
Transliteration:
Allahumma irhamni bil-Qur’ani, waj‘alhu li imaman wa nooran wa hudan wa rahmatan. Allahumma dhakkirni minhu ma naseet, wa ‘allimni minhu ma jahilt, warzuqni tilawatahu ana’a al-layli wa atrafa an-nahar, waj‘alhu li hujjatan ya Rabb al-‘alamin.
Urdu:
اے اللہ! قرآن کے ذریعے مجھ پر رحم فرما، اور اسے میرے لیے امام، نور، ہدایت اور رحمت بنا دے۔ اے اللہ! جو کچھ میں نے اس میں سے بھلا دیا ہے، مجھے یاد دلا دے، اور جو کچھ نہیں جانتا، وہ سکھا دے، اور مجھے دن و رات کے اوقات میں اس کی تلاوت کی توفیق عطا فرما، اور اسے میرے لیے حجت بنا دے، اے رب العالمین۔
Translation:
O Allah, have mercy on me through the Qur’an, and make it for me a guide, light, source of guidance, and mercy. O Allah, remind me of what I have forgotten from it, and teach me what I do not know from it. Grant me the ability to recite it during the hours of the night and at the ends of the day, and make it a proof for me, O Lord of the Worlds.
Key Benefits of Reciting Dua After Finishing Quran:
1. Gratitude to Allah: Reciting dua after finishing the Quran is a heartfelt way to express thanks to Allah Almighty for His guidance and mercy.
2. Seeking Blessings: This dua brings blessings and Barakah from Allah, enriching your spiritual journey.
3. Acceptance of Efforts: When you offer Dua Al-Khatm, you ask Allah to accept your recitation and the effort you put into completing the Quran.
4. Forgiveness of Sins: Reciting this dua is a moment to seek Allah’s forgiveness and mercy for any shortcomings.
5. Spiritual Connection: It helps strengthen your bond with Allah and draws you closer to Him through sincere devotion.
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Importance of Reciting Dua After Finishing Quran:
Reciting dua after completing the Quran is important because it expresses gratitude to Allah for His guidance and blessings. It invites Barakah (blessings) into your life and helps you seek forgiveness for any mistakes made during recitation. This practice also asks Allah to accept your efforts and strengthens your spiritual connection, bringing you closer to Him.
Sunnah-Based Duas After Completing the Quran:
1.Dua for Finishing the Quran to Express Thanks and Ask for Guidance
Arabic:
اللَّهُمَّ اجْعَلِ الْقُرْآنَ لَنَا فِي الدُّنْيَا قَرِينًا، وَفِي الْقَبْرِ مُونِسًا، وَعَلَى الصِّرَاطِ نُورًا، وَفِي الْجَنَّةِ رَفِيقًا، وَمِنَ النَّارِ سِتْرًا وَحِجَابًا
Transliteration:
Allahumma aj‘alil Qur’āna lanā fid-dunyā qarīnan, wa fil-qabri mūnisan, wa ‘alāṣ-ṣirāṭ nūran, wa fil-jannah rafīqan, wa minan-nār sitran wa ḥijāban.
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Urdu:
اے اللہ! قرآن کو ہمارے لیے دنیا میں ساتھی بنا دے، قبر میں مونس، راستے پر روشنی، جنت میں رفیق، اور دوزخ سے پردہ و حفاظت۔
Translation:
O Allah, make the Quran a companion for us in this world, a comfort in the grave, a light on the path, a friend in Paradise, and a shield and cover from the Fire.
2. Dua for Seeking Forgiveness and Acceptance
Arabic
اللَّهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لَنَا ذُنُوبَنَا، وَارْزُقْنَا تِلَاوَةَ الْقُرْآنِ طُولَ حَيَاتِنَا، وَاجْعَلْنَا مِمَّنْ يُقِيمُ حُدُودَهُ، وَيَعْمَلُ بِمَا فِيهِ
Transliteration:
Allahumma aghfir lana dhunubana, warzuqna tilawatal-Qur’ani toola hayatina, waj‘alna mimman yuqeemu hudoodahu, wa ya‘malu bima feeh.
Urdu:
اے اللہ ہمارے گناہوں کو معاف فرما اور ہمیں زندگی بھر قرآن پڑھنے کی توفیق عطا فرما اور ہمیں اس کی حدود کو قائم رکھنے والوں میں سے بنا اور اس کے مطابق عمل کرنے والا۔
Translation:
O Allah, forgive us our sins, grant us the recitation of the Quran throughout our lives, and make us among those who uphold its boundaries and act upon its teachings.
