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Dua of Musa for Clarity & Ease (Rabbi Ishrah Li)

Before speaking, teaching, exams or daunting tasks

Also searched as: rabbishrah li sadri dua • dua for speech

Arabic

رَبِّ اشْرَحْ لِي صَدْرِي وَيَسِّرْ لِي أَمْرِي وَاحْلُلْ عُقْدَةً مِنْ لِسَانِي يَفْقَهُوا قَوْلِي


Transliteration

Rabbi ishrah li sadri, wa yassir li amri, wahlul uqdatan min lisani, yafqahu qawli.


Meaning

My Lord, expand for me my chest, ease for me my task, and untie the knot from my tongue so they understand my speech.


Reference

Quran 20:25–28


When to recite

Before speaking or difficult tasks • Often

Virtue

The dua Musa made before facing Firawn — asked for an open heart, ease and clear words.

Sources & review

Quran 20:25–28

Quranic dua • Grade: Quranic • 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 Musa for Clarity & Ease (Rabbi Ishrah Li)?

Before speaking or difficult tasks. Recite it often.

What is the virtue of Dua of Musa for Clarity & Ease (Rabbi Ishrah Li)?

The dua Musa made before facing Firawn — asked for an open heart, ease and clear words.

Where is Dua of Musa for Clarity & Ease (Rabbi Ishrah Li) from?

Source: Quran 20:25–28. Grade: Quranic. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.

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