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Dua & Dhikr

Making dua in your own words, daily remembrance and what to say and when. Short, honest answers for new Muslims.

What do I say when I hear thunder?

When you hear thunder, say "Subhanalladhi yusabbihur-ra'du bi hamdihi..." from Quran 13:13. The words, their source and the dua for strong wind.

No, you shouldn't make dua to win the lottery, since it's gambling. What to ask Allah for instead: halal income, barakah and freedom from debt.

No, you don't need wudu to make dua. You can call on Allah anytime, in any state. Wudu is a recommended manner, not a condition for your dua.

"Bismillah" means "In the name of Allah". The full basmala, what it means to say it, when Muslims say it, and what to do if you forget.

When a rooster crows, ask Allah for His bounty; when a dog barks at night, seek refuge in Allah from Shaytan. The sunnah phrases and what they mean.

Yes, the main dua for studying is "Rabbi zidni ilma" (Quran 20:114). Plus a dua for useful knowledge, what to say when you forget, and study tips.

"Jazakallahu khairan" means "May Allah reward you with good". Why Muslims say it instead of thanks, the forms to use and how to reply.

Yes, you can make dua for your pet: for healing, safety or a lost animal. What Islam says about mercy to animals and grieving a pet that dies.

When leaving a gathering, say Subhanakallahumma wa bihamdika... (kaffarat al-majlis). It forgives the idle talk of that sitting. Words and meaning.

Salat al-hajah is the prayer of need: two voluntary rak'ahs followed by dua when you need Allah's help. How to pray it, when, and its sources.

Qadarallah means "Allah has decreed it". Muslims say it after a setback instead of "if only". The full phrase, its hadith source and when to use it.

Many Muslims say "Allahumma kama hassanta khalqi fa hassin khuluqi" at the mirror. Its meaning, how authentic the mirror link is, and body image.