How to Pray Salatul Hajat

How to Pray Salatul Hajat: A Guide to Seeking Allah’s Help in Times of Need

As humans, we all face challenges and moments when we are in need of guidance, forgiveness, or a special favor from Allah. During such times, Salat al-Hajat, the prayer of need, is a beautiful and powerful way to seek divine intervention and mercy. It is a means to turn to Allah with sincerity, humility, and trust, knowing that He alone is the ultimate source of help.

In this post, we’ll walk you through the steps of how to perform Salat al-Hajat and provide tips for making heartfelt du'a (supplication) afterward.

When to Pray Salat al-Hajat

Salat al-Hajat can be performed at any permissible time. It’s recommended to avoid praying during times when prayer is discouraged, such as:

  • Immediately after Fajr until the sun rises
  • During the time when the sun is directly overhead (just before Dhuhr)
  • After Asr until sunset

The best times to perform this prayer include the last third of the night, as it is a blessed time for supplication, or after any of the five daily prayers.

How to Perform Salat al-Hajat

Here’s a step-by-step guide to praying Salat al-Hajat:

1. Make a Sincere Intention (Niyyah)

Begin with a sincere intention in your heart that you are praying Salat al-Hajat to seek help or relief from Allah for a specific need.

2. Perform Wudu (Ablution)

Ensure that you are in a state of ritual purity by performing wudu.

3. Pray Two Rak'ahs (Units of Prayer)

  • First Rak'ah:

    • Begin with Allahu Akbar (the opening takbir).
    • Recite Surah Al-Fatihah (The Opening).
    • Follow with any other surah, such as Surah Al-Ikhlas (Qul Huwa Allahu Ahad).
    • Complete the rak'ah with ruku (bowing) and sujood (prostration) as in regular prayer.

  • Second Rak'ah:

    • Repeat the same steps as in the first rak'ah:
    • Recite Surah Al-Fatihah and another surah, then complete the rak'ah.

4. Supplicate to Allah (Make Du'a)

After completing the two rak'ahs, raise your hands and make a heartfelt du'a.

A recommended du’a for Salat al-Hajat is:

"La ilaha illallahul-Haleemul-Kareem, Subhanallahi Rabbil-‘Arshil-‘Adheem, Alhamdulillahi Rabbil-‘Aalameen, As’aluka mujibati rahmatika wa ‘aza’ima maghfiratika, wal-ghanimata min kulli birrin was-salamata min kulli ithm, la tada’ li dhanban illa ghafartahu wa la hamman illa farrajtahu wa la hajatan hiya laka ridan illa qadaitaha, ya arhamar-raahimeen."

Translation:
"There is no deity but Allah, the Most Forbearing, the Most Generous. Glory is to Allah, the Lord of the Mighty Throne. Praise is to Allah, Lord of the worlds. I ask You for the things that bring about Your mercy and Your forgiveness, the benefit of every good deed, and safety from all sin. Do not leave me with any sin except that You forgive it, no worry except that You relieve it, and no need that pleases You except that You fulfill it, O Most Merciful of those who show mercy!"

You may also use your own words to ask Allah for your need with sincerity and trust.

Salatul Hajat for Marriage: A Powerful Prayer for Seeking a Blessed Union

When seeking Allah’s guidance and assistance for a happy and righteous marriage, performing Salatul Hajat can bring blessings and hope. The prayer of need is a beautiful means of turning to Allah in sincerity and trust, asking Him to fulfill your heartfelt desires. For those praying specifically for marriage, performing Salatul Hajat on a Monday is considered especially beneficial.

Here is a step-by-step guide for offering Salatul Hajat for marriage:

Steps to Perform Salatul Hajat for Marriage

  1. Choose the Best Time for Salatul Hajat
    After completing the Isha prayer on a Monday evening, prepare yourself for Salatul Hajat by performing ablution (wudu) or a purification bath (ghusl).

  2. Find a Quiet, Private Space
    This prayer is best performed in a private, distraction-free area where you can focus your heart entirely on Allah.

  3. Make the Intention (Niyyah) for Salatul Hajat
    Begin with a clear intention to pray Salatul Hajat for marriage, seeking Allah’s help for a blessed and righteous union.

  4. Offer Four Rakahs (Units of Prayer) with One Salaam

    • In the first rakah, recite Surah Al-Fatiha followed by Surah Al-Ikhlas (Qul Huwa Allahu Ahad) ten times.
    • In the second rakah, recite Surah Al-Fatiha followed by Surah Al-Ikhlas twenty times.
    • In the third rakah, recite Surah Al-Fatiha and Surah Al-Ikhlas thirty times.
    • In the fourth rakah, recite Surah Al-Fatiha followed by Surah Al-Ikhlas forty times.

  5. Conclude with Salaam
    After completing the prayer, perform salaam to conclude Salatul Hajat.

  6. Recite Additional Supplications
    After completing Salatul Hajat, follow with these additional recitations:

    • Recite Surah Al-Ikhlas seventy-five times.
    • Recite Istighfar (seeking forgiveness) seventy-five times.
    • Recite Darood Shareef (sending blessings on the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him) seventy-five times.

  7. Make a Heartfelt Du’a for Marriage
    Finally, offer your personal du’a for marriage, asking Allah to bless you with a righteous and loving spouse who brings peace and happiness into your life.

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