Dua of Light Going to the Mosque
Asking Allah for light on the way to prayer
Also searched as: masjid jate waqt dua • noor ki dua • light dua mosque
Arabic
اللَّهُمَّ اجْعَلْ فِي قَلْبِي نُورًا، وَفِي لِسَانِي نُورًا، وَفِي سَمْعِي نُورًا، وَفِي بَصَرِي نُورًا، وَاجْعَلْ لِي نُورًا
Transliteration
Allahummaj al fi qalbi noora, wa fi lisani noora, wa fi sam i noora, wa fi basari noora, waj al li noora.
Meaning
O Allah, place light in my heart, my tongue, my hearing, my sight — and grant me light.
Reference
Sahih al-Bukhari and Sahih Muslim
When to recite
Walking to the mosque • Once
Virtue
The Prophet’s light-dua on his way to Fajr — ask for light within and around.
Sources & review
Sahih al-Bukhari and Sahih Muslim
Prophetic dua • Narrated by Ibn Abbas • 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 of Light Going to the Mosque?
Walking to the mosque. Recite it once.
What is the virtue of Dua of Light Going to the Mosque?
The Prophet’s light-dua on his way to Fajr — ask for light within and around.
Where is Dua of Light Going to the Mosque from?
Source: Sahih al-Bukhari and Sahih Muslim (narrated by Ibn Abbas). Grade: Sahih. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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