Dua of Abu Bakr in Prayer (Zulman Kathiran)
The all-covering plea taught to Abu Bakr for salah
Arabic
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي ظَلَمْتُ نَفْسِي ظُلْمًا كَثِيرًا وَلَا يَغْفِرُ الذُّنُوبَ إِلَّا أَنْتَ فَاغْفِرْ لِي مَغْفِرَةً مِنْ عِنْدِكَ وَارْحَمْنِي إِنَّكَ أَنْتَ الْغَفُورُ الرَّحِيمُ
Transliteration
Allahumma inni zalamtu nafsi zulman kathiran, wa la yaghfirudh-dhunuba illa Ant. Faghfir li maghfiratan min indik, warhamni, innaka Antal-Ghafurur-Rahim.
Meaning
O Allah, I have wronged myself greatly, and none forgives sins but You — so forgive me with forgiveness from Yourself and have mercy on me. Indeed You are the Most Forgiving, Most Merciful.
Reference
Sahih al-Bukhari and Sahih Muslim
When to recite
In salah before salam, and anytime • Often
Virtue
Abu Bakr asked for one dua to say in prayer — the Prophet gave him this complete confession and plea.
Sources & review
Sahih al-Bukhari and Sahih Muslim
Prophetic dua • Narrated by Abu Bakr as-Siddiq • 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 Abu Bakr in Prayer (Zulman Kathiran)?
In salah before salam, and anytime. Recite it often.
What is the virtue of Dua of Abu Bakr in Prayer (Zulman Kathiran)?
Abu Bakr asked for one dua to say in prayer — the Prophet gave him this complete confession and plea.
Where is Dua of Abu Bakr in Prayer (Zulman Kathiran) from?
Source: Sahih al-Bukhari and Sahih Muslim (narrated by Abu Bakr as-Siddiq). Grade: Sahih. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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