Dua of Nuh Against Asking Without Knowledge
Seeking refuge from asking Allah what you do not know
Arabic
رَبِّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ أَنْ أَسْأَلَكَ مَا لَيْسَ لِي بِهِ عِلْمٌ وَإِلَّا تَغْفِرْ لِي وَتَرْحَمْنِي أَكُنْ مِنَ الْخَاسِرِينَ
Transliteration
Rabbi inni a’udhu bika an as’alaka ma laysa li bihi ilm, wa illa taghfir li wa tarhamni, akun minal-khasirin.
Meaning
My Lord, I seek refuge in You from asking You of what I have no knowledge. Unless You forgive me and have mercy on me, I will be among the losers.
Reference
Quran 11:47
When to recite
After a mistaken request, seeking humility • Often
Virtue
Nuh’s instant repentance after one misplaced plea — even prophets correct themselves immediately.
Sources & review
Quran 11:47
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 Nuh Against Asking Without Knowledge?
After a mistaken request, seeking humility. Recite it often.
What is the virtue of Dua of Nuh Against Asking Without Knowledge?
Nuh’s instant repentance after one misplaced plea — even prophets correct themselves immediately.
Where is Dua of Nuh Against Asking Without Knowledge from?
Source: Quran 11:47. Grade: Quranic. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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