Rabbana Dua #6: Rabbana wa la tahmil 'alayna isran kama hamaltahu 'alalladheena min qablina.
Supplication of The Believers (Gift of the Mir'aj) recorded in the Holy Quran. Discover the sacred Arabic text, authentic Kanzul Iman translation, spiritual commentary, and daily recitation virtues.
رَبَّنَا وَلَا تَحْمِلْ عَلَيْنَا إِصْرًا كَمَا حَمَلْتَهُ عَلَى الَّذِينَ مِن قَبْلِنَا
“Rabbana wa la tahmil 'alayna isran kama hamaltahu 'alalladheena min qablina.”
اے ہمارے رب! اور ہم پر وہ بوجھ نہ ڈال جیسا تو نے ہم سے اگلوں پر ڈالا تھا۔
“Our Lord, and lay not upon us a burden like that which You laid upon those before us.”
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Quranic Context & Revelation (شانِ نزول)
Historical circumstance and prophetic supplication
Surah Al-Baqarah (2:286). A prayer for liberation from the severe rituals, restrictions, and burdens ('Isr') that earlier nations bore as penance for their repeated violations.
Spiritual Wisdom & Theological Insights (تفسیری فوائد)
Key lessons extracted by classical Sunni commentators
The Ease of the Shari'ah: Islam is founded upon mercy and ease: 'Allah intends for you ease and does not intend for you hardship' (2:185).
Previous Burdens: Past communities had to cut off parts of clothing touched by impurities or fast without relief; the Ummah of Muhammad ﷺ was spared such rigors.
Gratitude for Prophetic Rahmah: The Holy Prophet ﷺ came as a Mercy to relieve people of heavy burdens (Surah Al-A'raf 7:157).
Spiritual Virtues & Documented Blessings (فضائل و برکات)
Hadith citations and spiritual rewards of regular recitation
Relieves the soul from crushing anxieties and impossible burdens.
Instills a deep appreciation for the beauty and practicality of Islamic law.
Attracts divine ease in fulfilling religious and family responsibilities.
Prescribed Times & Recitation Etiquettes (وظیفہ اور اوقات)
Optimal times to invoke this prayer in daily life
3 times with deep contemplation
- During times of overwhelming stress or heavy responsibilities
- Nightly as part of the conclusion of Surah Al-Baqarah
- When feeling spiritually burnt out
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions regarding Rabbana Dua #6
What does 'Isr' mean in this Ayah?
It refers to the harsh covenants, heavy penal obligations, and difficult religious burdens placed upon preceding nations due to their obstinacy.
How does Islam provide ease?
By offering concessions like Tayammum when water is unavailable, shortening prayers while traveling, and excusing the sick and pregnant from fasting.
Can this Dua be recited during grief?
Yes, it is deeply comforting when life's duties feel overwhelmingly heavy.
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رَبَّنَا لَا تُؤَاخِذْنَا إِن نَّسِينَا أَوْ أَخْطَأْنَا
Our Lord, do not impose blame upon us if we forget or make a mistake.
رَبَّنَا إِنَّنَا آمَنَّا فَاغْفِرْ لَنَا ذُنُوبَنَا وَقِنَا عَذَابَ النَّارِ
Our Lord, indeed we have believed, so forgive us our sins and protect us from the punishment of the Fire.
رَّبَّنَا إِنَّنَا سَمِعْنَا مُنَادِيًا يُنَادِي لِلْإِيمَانِ أَنْ آمِنُوا بِرَبِّكُمْ فَآمَنَّا ۚ رَبَّنَا فَاغْفِرْ لَنَا ذُنُوبَنَا وَكَفِّرْ عَنَّا سَيِّئَاتِنَا وَتَوَفَّنَا مَعَ الْأَبْرَارِ
Our Lord, indeed we have heard a caller calling to faith, [saying], 'Believe in your Lord,' and we have believed. Our Lord, so forgive us our sins and remove from us our misdeeds and cause us to die with the righteous.
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