First Ashra Dua — Mercy (Ya Hayyu Ya Qayyum)
The opening ten days of mercy
Also searched as: pehle ashre ki dua • first ashra dua ramadan • rehmat ke ashre ki dua
Arabic
يَا حَيُّ يَا قَيُّومُ بِرَحْمَتِكَ أَسْتَغِيثُ
Transliteration
Ya Hayyu, Ya Qayyum, bi rahmatika astaghith.
Meaning
O Ever-Living, O Sustainer — by Your mercy I seek help.
Reference
Sunan al-Tirmidhi (wording); Ashra division graded weak among scholars
When to recite
First ten days of Ramadan, and anytime • Often
Virtue
Duplicate of the urgent-help wording for the Ramadan Ashra collection. Note: the three-Ashra division (mercy, forgiveness, freedom) rests on a weak narration — these general duas are usable anytime in Ramadan and beyond.
Sources & review
Sunan al-Tirmidhi (wording); Ashra division graded weak among scholars
Prophetic dua • Narrated by Anas ibn Malik • 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 First Ashra Dua — Mercy (Ya Hayyu Ya Qayyum)?
First ten days of Ramadan, and anytime. Recite it often.
What is the virtue of First Ashra Dua — Mercy (Ya Hayyu Ya Qayyum)?
Duplicate of the urgent-help wording for the Ramadan Ashra collection. Note: the three-Ashra division (mercy, forgiveness, freedom) rests on a weak narration — these general duas are usable anytime in Ramadan and beyond.
Where is First Ashra Dua — Mercy (Ya Hayyu Ya Qayyum) from?
Source: Sunan al-Tirmidhi (wording); Ashra division graded weak among scholars (narrated by Anas ibn Malik). Grade: Hasan. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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