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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