Rabbana Dua #7: Rabbana wa la tuhammilna ma la taqata lana bih
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 تُحَمِّلْنَا مَا لَا طَاقَةَ لَنَا بِهِ ۖ وَاعْفُ عَنَّا وَاغْفِرْ لَنَا وَارْحَمْنَا ۚ أَنتَ مَوْلَانَا فَانصُرْنَا عَلَى الْقَوْمِ الْكَافِرِينَ
“Rabbana wa la tuhammilna ma la taqata lana bih, wa'fu 'anna, waghfir lana, warhamna, anta mawlana fansurna 'alal-qawmil-kafireen.”
اے ہمارے رب! اور ہم پر وہ بوجھ نہ ڈال جس کی ہمیں طاقت نہیں، اور ہمارے گناہ معاف فرما اور ہمیں بخش دے اور ہم پر رحم فرما، تو ہمارا مالک ہے پس کافر قوم پر ہماری مدد فرما۔
“Our Lord, and burden us not with that which we have no ability to bear. And pardon us; and forgive us; and have mercy upon us. You are our protector, so give us victory over the disbelieving people.”
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Quranic Context & Revelation (شانِ نزول)
Historical circumstance and prophetic supplication
Surah Al-Baqarah (2:286). The grand finale of the longest chapter in the Quran. It combines the three pillars of salvation: pardon ('Afw), forgiveness (Maghfirah), and divine mercy (Rahmah), sealed with a plea for victory.
Spiritual Wisdom & Theological Insights (تفسیری فوائد)
Key lessons extracted by classical Sunni commentators
Three Tiers of Mercy: 'Afw (erasing the sin completely), Maghfirah (veiling the sin from shame), and Rahmah (bestowing unearned blessings).
Allah as Mawla: Declaring Allah as our sole Protector, Guardian, and Master against all worldly adversaries.
Victory Over Injustice: Asking for triumph over disbelief and oppression in all forms.
Spiritual Virtues & Documented Blessings (فضائل و برکات)
Hadith citations and spiritual rewards of regular recitation
The pinnacle of Quranic supplications for comprehensive forgiveness and victory.
Strengthens the heart against feelings of helplessness and defeat.
Directly answered by Allah with 'Qad fa'alt' (I have done so).
Prescribed Times & Recitation Etiquettes (وظیفہ اور اوقات)
Optimal times to invoke this prayer in daily life
3 times or 7 times
- Every single night before sleeping
- During times of collective crisis, war, or persecution
- In the final sitting of Tahajjud or Salatul Hajat
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions regarding Rabbana Dua #7
What is the difference between 'Afw and Maghfirah?
'Afw means completely wiping away the record of sin so no trace remains; Maghfirah means covering the sin so it is not exposed on the Day of Judgment.
Why is 'Anta Mawlana' significant?
Declaring Allah as Mawla means submitting completely to His care, knowing that whoever has Allah as their Protector cannot be defeated.
Is this Dua sufficient for nighttime protection?
Yes, authentic Hadith in Bukhari confirms that the last two verses of Surah Al-Baqarah suffice as a complete spiritual fortress.
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رَبَّنَا مَا خَلَقْتَ هَٰذَا بَاطِلًا سُبْحَانَكَ فَقِنَا عَذَابَ النَّارِ
Our Lord, You did not create this in vain; exalted are You [above such a thing]; then protect us from the punishment of the Fire.
رَبَّنَا إِنَّكَ مَن تُدْخِلِ النَّارَ فَقَدْ أَخْزَيْتَهُ ۖ وَمَا لِلظَّالِمِينَ مِنْ أَنصَارٍ
Our Lord, indeed whoever You admit to the Fire - You have disgraced him, and for the wrongdoers there are no helpers.
رَبَّنَا وَآتِنَا مَا وَعَدتَّنَا عَلَىٰ رُسُلِكَ وَلَا تُخْزِنَا يَوْمَ الْقِيَامَةِ ۗ إِنَّكَ لَا تُخْلِفُ الْمِيعَادَ
Our Lord, and grant us what You promised us through Your messengers and do not disgrace us on the Day of Resurrection. Indeed, You do not fail in Your promise.
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