Dua When Visiting Graves
Greeting the people of the graves and remembering the Hereafter
Also searched as: qabristan ki dua
Arabic
السَّلَامُ عَلَيْكُمْ أَهْلَ الدِّيَارِ مِنَ الْمُؤْمِنِينَ وَالْمُسْلِمِينَ وَإِنَّا إِنْ شَاءَ اللَّهُ بِكُمْ لَلَاحِقُونَ
Transliteration
As-salamu alaykum ahlad-diyari minal-muminina wal-muslimin, wa inna in sha Allahu bikum lalahiqun.
Meaning
Peace be upon you, people of these abodes — believers and Muslims. And we, if Allah wills, will join you.
Reference
Sahih Muslim
When to recite
Entering a graveyard • Once
Virtue
Softens the heart toward the Hereafter while praying for those buried.
Sources & review
Sahih Muslim
Prophetic dua • Grade: Sahih • 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 Dua When Visiting Graves?
Entering a graveyard. Recite it once.
What is the virtue of Dua When Visiting Graves?
Softens the heart toward the Hereafter while praying for those buried.
Where is Dua When Visiting Graves from?
Source: Sahih Muslim. Grade: Sahih. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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