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Daily Istighfar (100x)

The Prophet’s own daily seeking of forgiveness

Arabic

رَبِّ اغْفِرْ لِي وَتُبْ عَلَيَّ إِنَّكَ أَنْتَ التَّوَّابُ الرَّحِيمُ


Transliteration

Rab-bighfir li, wa tub alayya, innaka antat-Tawwabur-Rahim.


Meaning

My Lord, forgive me and accept my repentance — indeed You are the Most Relenting, Most Merciful.


Reference

Sunan al-Tirmidhi and Sunan Abu Dawud


When to recite

Daily • 100 times

Virtue

The Prophet sought forgiveness a hundred times in a single sitting — though sinless.

Sources & review

Sunan al-Tirmidhi and Sunan Abu Dawud

Prophetic dua • Narrated by Ibn Umar • 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 Daily Istighfar (100x)?

Daily. Repeat: 100 times.

What is the virtue of Daily Istighfar (100x)?

The Prophet sought forgiveness a hundred times in a single sitting — though sinless.

Where is Daily Istighfar (100x) from?

Source: Sunan al-Tirmidhi and Sunan Abu Dawud (narrated by Ibn Umar). Grade: Hasan. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.

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