Istisqa — Dua for Rain (Asqina)
Use: The rain-prayer supplication in drought
اللَّهُمَّ اسْقِنَا غَيْثًا مُغِيثًا مَرِيئًا مَرِيعًا نَافِعًا غَيْرَ ضَارٍّ عَاجِلًا غَيْرَ آجِلٍ
Allahumma asqina ghaythan mughithan, mari’an mari’an, nafi’an ghayra darrin, ajilan ghayra ajil.
O Allah, send us rescuing rain — wholesome, fertile, beneficial not harmful, swift not delayed.
Drought, Salat al-Istisqa • Often
Seven qualities asked in one rain — rescue, wholesomeness, benefit and speed.
📚 Source: Sunan Abu Dawud • Narrated by Jabir ibn Abdullah • Grade: Hasan
Verify wording with a teacher; rulings differ — consult scholars.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When should I recite Istisqa — Dua for Rain (Asqina)?
Drought, Salat al-Istisqa. Recite it often.
What is the virtue of Istisqa — Dua for Rain (Asqina)?
Seven qualities asked in one rain — rescue, wholesomeness, benefit and speed.
Where is Istisqa — Dua for Rain (Asqina) from?
Source: Sunan Abu Dawud (narrated by Jabir ibn Abdullah). Grade: Hasan. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.