Istisqa — Dua for Rain (Asqina)
The rain-prayer supplication in drought
Arabic
اللَّهُمَّ اسْقِنَا غَيْثًا مُغِيثًا مَرِيئًا مَرِيعًا نَافِعًا غَيْرَ ضَارٍّ عَاجِلًا غَيْرَ آجِلٍ
Transliteration
Allahumma asqina ghaythan mughithan, mari’an mari’an, nafi’an ghayra darrin, ajilan ghayra ajil.
Meaning
O Allah, send us rescuing rain — wholesome, fertile, beneficial not harmful, swift not delayed.
Reference
Sunan Abu Dawud
When to recite
Drought, Salat al-Istisqa • Often
Virtue
Seven qualities asked in one rain — rescue, wholesomeness, benefit and speed.
Sources & review
Sunan Abu Dawud
Prophetic dua • Narrated by Jabir ibn Abdullah • Grade: Hasan • Learn personal details from a qualified teacher; minor school differences exist.
Educational content — not a fatwa. See methodology and disclaimer.
Reviewed • 2026-01-01Our methodology
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When should I recite Istisqa — Dua for Rain (Asqina)?
Drought, Salat al-Istisqa. Recite it often.
What is the virtue of Istisqa — Dua for Rain (Asqina)?
Seven qualities asked in one rain — rescue, wholesomeness, benefit and speed.
Where is Istisqa — Dua for Rain (Asqina) from?
Source: Sunan Abu Dawud (narrated by Jabir ibn Abdullah). Grade: Hasan. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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