By: Ajape Sefiu A., Adedeji Monsurat A.
The spiritual digest for Ramadan day 15 is a supplication from Surah Al-Baqarah (2:286).
This verse is part of the last ayah of Surah Al-Baqarah, which the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said grants protection when recited at night (Sahih Muslim).
رَبَّنَا وَلَا تُحَمِّلْنَا مَا لَا طَاقَةَ لَنَا بِهِ وَاعْفُ عَنَّا وَاغْفِرْ لَنَا وَارْحَمْنَا أَنتَ مَوْلَانَا فَانصُرْنَا عَلَى الْقَوْمِ الْكَافِرِينَ
Rabbanaa wa laa tuhammilnaa maa laa taaqata lanaa bih, wa’fu annaa, waghfirlanaa, warhamnaa, Anta Mawlaanaa fansurnaa ‘alal qawmil kaafireen.
“Our Lord! Do not lay upon us a burden we have no strength to bear. And pardon us, forgive us, and have mercy on us. You are our Protector, so grant us victory over the disbelieving people.” (Al-Baqarah 2:286)
Explanation and Significance
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A Supplication for Strength and Mercy
- This verse teaches us to ask Allah for relief from hardships beyond our capacity.
- It acknowledges human weakness and dependence on divine mercy.
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Three Requests for Forgiveness (“Wa’fu Annaa, Waghfirlanaa, Warhamnaa”)
- Wa’fu ‘annaa – Pardon us (erase our mistakes completely).
- Waghfirlanaa – Forgive us (conceal our faults).
- Warhamnaa – Have mercy on us (grant us His love and blessings).
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Recognizing Allah as the Ultimate Helper (“Anta Mawlana”)
- This reminds believers that only Allah is their true Guardian and Helper.
- Seeking His support brings victory over difficulties and protection from harm.
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Asking for Victory (“Fansurnaa ‘alal Qawmil Kaafireen”)
- This part of the verse seeks help against oppression and victory for truth over falsehood.
- It can be recited in times of struggle, injustice, or hardship.
Virtues and Benefits of This Verse
- Provides strength during hardships and trials.
- Encourages seeking Allah’s mercy, pardon, and forgiveness.
- Reinforces reliance on Allah as the ultimate source of help and victory.
- A powerful du’a for anyone facing challenges in life.
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