SPIRITUAL DIGEST: RAMADAN DAY 4 (A DU’A FOR PATIENCE, STRENGTH AND VICTORY)

By: Ajape Sefiu A., Adedeji Monsurat A.

The Spiritual Digest for Ramadan day 4 is a supplication known for Patience, Strength, and Victory, derived from the Quran, Surah Al-Baqarah (2:250).

رَبَّنَا أَفْرِغْ عَلَيْنَا صَبْرًا وَثَبِّتْ أَقْدَامَنَا وَانصُرْنَا عَلَى الْقَوْمِ الْكَافِرِينَ

Rabbana afrigh ‘alainaa sabranw wa sabbit aqdaamanaa wansurnaa ‘alal qawmil kaafireen.

Our Lord, pour upon us patience and plant firmly our feet and give us victory over the disbelieving people.

This Dua is part of the story of Prophet Dawood (David) and King Talut (Saul). When Talut and his army faced Jalut (Goliath) and his forces, they made this dua, asking Allah for:

Patience (Sabr): To endure hardships, struggles, and trials with steadfastness.

Firmness (Thabat): To remain strong and not waver in the face of difficulty.

Victory (Nasr): To triumph over enemies, oppression, and injustice.

Significance of This Dua

  • This is a powerful dua for times of struggle, hardship, or battles (both physical and spiritual).
  • It teaches us to rely on Allah in difficult moments.
  • It is a reminder that success comes from patience, faith, and perseverance.

When to Recite This Dua

  1. During difficulties, challenges, or oppression.
  2. When seeking strength in faith and steadfastness.
  3. In moments of fear, anxiety, or major life battles.
  4. Before exams, interviews, competitions, or any difficult task.
  5. During distressing times for the Muslim Ummah.

Lessons from This Dua

  • Patience leads to victory: True success comes through perseverance and faith.
  • Faith gives strength: Even against powerful enemies, Allah grants victory to the righteous.
  • Reliance on Allah: We should always seek His help in all matters.

May Allah grant us patience, steadfastness, and victory over our challenges. Ameen!

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