List of Duas to recite during Umrah Hajj for Bangladeshi pilgrims

Going on the journey of Umrah is a meaningful spiritual experience. Many pilgrims bring small booklets to help them say special du’as for each round of Tawaf and Sa’ee. However, it is important to clarify that there are no mandated du’as for each round.

As stated by Shaikh ul Islam Ibn Taymiyyah, “There is no particular dhikr prescribed by the Prophet ﷺ for Tawaf. Instead, a pilgrim can recite any supplications from the Qur'an and Sunnah while performing Tawaf.” (Majmu‘ al-Fatawa 26/122).

For many in Bangladesh, the opportunity to visit the holy cities of Mecca and Medina is not just a pilgrimage; it’s a dream come true. As travelers prepare for this sacred journey, the importance of making Duas—supplications—becomes paramount.

A list of essential Duas to recite in Umrah journey

Here is a list of significant Duas that pilgrims from Bangladesh can recite during their Umrah journey to enhance their spiritual experience.

1. Du’a before starting your journey

Before departing for the holy lands, it is important to spiritually prepare. Reciting the Du’a as Safar invokes Allah's protection and guidance during the Umrah journey.

Arabic: بسم الله توكلت على الله، ولا حول ولا قوة إلا بالله

Transliteration: Bismillah, tawakkaltu ‘ala Allah, wo la howla wo la quwwata illa billah.

Translation: “In the Name of Allah; I trust in Allah; No change in circumstances occurs except through the Power of Allah.”

2. Du’a for mounting an animal or boarding a Vehicle

When beginning your travel, recite the following du’a:

Arabic: اَللهُ أَكْبَرُ، اَللهُ أَكْبَرُ، اَللهُ أَكْبَرُ

Transliteration: Allāhu akbar, Allāhu akbar, Allāhu akbar.

Translation: “Allah is the Greatest. How perfect is the one who gave us control over this; we couldn’t have done it on our own. O Allah, we ask you for goodness, taqwa, and actions that please You during this journey.”

3. Du’a upon arrival

Upon arriving at your destination, recite:

Arabic: أَعُوْذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللّٰهِ التَّامَّاتِ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا خَلَقَ

Transliteration: A’uzu bikalimatillahit-t’ammati min sharri ma khalaq.

Translation: "I seek protection in Allah’s perfect words from all evil (that has been created)."

4. Du’a before entering Ihram

Reciting tasbeeh, tahleel, and takbeer before entering Ihram is recommended:

Arabic: سُبْحَانَ اللّٰهِ، لَا إِلٰهَ إِلَّا اللّٰهُ، اَللّٰهُ أَكْبَرُ

Transliteration: Subhanallahi, La ilaha illallahu, Allahu Akbar.

Translation: "All praise is due to Allah, there is no god but Allah, and Allah is the Greatest."

5. Du’a for making the intention for performing Umrah

Once in Ihram, perform two rakahs and make the following intention:

Arabic: اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّيْ أُرِيْدُ الْعُمْرَةَ فَيَسِّرْهَا لِيْ وَتَقَبَّلْهَا مِنِّيْ

Transliteration: Allahumma inni uridul umrah; fayassir haa li wa taqabbalhaa minni.

Translation: "O Allah! I want to do Umrah. Please make it easy for me and accept it."

6. Talbiyah for Umrah

Reciting the Talbiyah frequently is encouraged:

Arabic: لَبَّيْكَ اللهُمَّ لَبَّيْكَ

Transliteration: Labbayka Allahumma Labbayk.

Translation: “Here I am at your service, O Allah.”

7. Du’a as you enter the Masjid Al Haram

When entering Masjid Al Haram, recite:

Arabic: بسم الله والحمد لله والصلاة على رسول الله، اللهم اغفر لي ذنوبي وافتح لي أبواب رحمتك

Transliteration: Bismillahi wal hamdulillahi wassalatu a’laa Rasulillah, Allahummaghfirlee zunoobee waf tahlee abwaaba rahmatik.

Translation: "I start with the name of Allah; all praise is for Him, and blessings upon the Prophet of Allah. O Allah, forgive my sins and open the doors of Your mercy for me."

8. Du’a for the first sight of Kaaba

Upon seeing the Kaaba, recite:

Arabic: اَللَّهُمَّ زِدْ هَذَا الْبَيْتَ تَشْرِيفاً وَتَعْظِيماً

Transliteration: Allahumma zid hadha l-bayta tashrifan wa ta’dhiman.

Translation: “O Allah, make this House more honored and respected.”

9. Du’as to recite during Tawaf

While performing tawaf, begin by saying:

Arabic: بسم الله الله أكبر ولله الحمد

Transliteration: Bismillahi Allahu Akbar wa lillahil hamd.

Translation: "I start in the name of Allah, Allah is the Greatest, and all praise belongs to Him."

During the remainder of tawaf, one can engage in dhikr, recite the Qur’an, or offer personal supplications.

10. Recite at Al-Hajr Al-Aswad (The Black Stone)

Starting at Al-Hajr Al-Aswad, or The Black Stone, is a significant part of the Tawāf during Hajj or Umrah. When approaching the Black Stone, ensure that the right shoulder is exposed, as required by Ihrām. Touch the Black Stone to begin each Tawāf circuit. If unable to touch it, simply signal towards it with your right hand while saying:

Arabic: اللَّه أكْبَر

Transliteration: Allāhu akbar.

Translation: "Allāh is the Greatest."

11. Recite from the Yemeni corner to the Black Stone

Make seven circuits around the Ka'bah. For the first three circuits, men should walk briskly, then maintain a regular pace for the fourth. During each circuit, between the Yemeni Corner and the Black Stone, recite the following:

Arabic: رَبَّنَا آتِنَا فِىْ الدُّنْيَا حَسَنَةً وَفِىْ الآخِرَةِ حَسَنَةً وَّقِنَا عَذَابَ النَّارِ

Transliteration: Rabbanā ātinā fī d-dunyā hasana wa fī l-Ākhirati hasana wa qinā ‘adhāban-Nār.

Translation: "Our Lord! Grant us goodness in this world and in the hereafter, and protect us from the torment of the Fire."

12. Du’aa’ for drinking Zamzam

Next, proceed to the Zamzam taps. Before drinking, recite the dua for drinking Zamzam, then pour some water over your head:

Arabic:اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمَاً نَافِعَاًً وَرِزْقَاً وَاسِعَاًَ وَشِفَاءً مِنْ كُلِّ دَاءٍ

Transliteration: Allahumma inni as'aluka ilman nafi'an wa rizqan wasi'an wa shifa'an min kulli da'in.

Translation: "O Allah, I seek from you beneficial knowledge, abundant sustenance, and healing from all ailments."

13. Du’aa’ for Leaving The Masjid

After completing your rituals and duas inside the mosque, recite the following dua before leaving:

Arabic: اللهم إني أسألك من فضلك

Transliteration: As-salamu ala rasulullah allahumma Inni as aluka min Fadlik.

Translation: "Peace be upon the messenger of Allah (saw). O Allah, I ask you (to grant me) from your favor."

14. Du’aa’ for Sa’ee

Begin your Sa'ee at Safā. At the foot of Safā, recite this once:

Arabic: إنَّ الصَّفَا وَالْمَرْوَةَ مِنْ شَعَآئِرِ اللَّهِ فَمَنْ حَجَّ الْبَيْتَ أوِ اعْتَمَرَ فَلاَ جُنَاحَ عَلَيْهِ أَنْ يَطَّوَّفَ بِهِمَا وَمَنْ تَطَوَّعَ خَيْراً فَإنَّ اللَّهَ شَاكِرٌ عَلِيْم ‐ نَبْدَأ بِمَا بَدَأ اللَّهُ بِهِ

Transliteration: Inna s-Safa wal-Marwah min sha’a’irillah faman hajjal-bayta aw i’tamara fala junaha ‘alaihi an yattawwafa bihimā wa man tatawwa’a khairan fa innallāha shākirun ‘aleem. Nabda’u bima bada’a Allāhu bihi.

Translation: "Verily! As-Safa and Al-Marwah are from the signs of Allah. It is not a sin for him who performs Hajj or ‘Umrah to walk between them. Whoever does good voluntarily, then verily, Allah is All-Recogniser, All-Knower."

15. Recite at the tops of Safa and Marwah

At the top of Safā, face the Ka’bah and raise your hands, reciting three times:

Arabic: اللَّهُ أكْبَرُ، اللَّهُ أكْبَرُ، اللَّهُ أكْبَرُ لاَ إلَهَ إلاَّ اللَّهُ وَحْدَهُ لاَ شَرِيْكَ لَهُ، لَهُ الْمُلْكُ وَ لَهُ الْحَمْدُ يُحْيِي وَ يُمِيْتُ وَ هُوَ عَلَى كُلِّ شَيْءٍ قَدِيْر؛ لاَ إلَهَ إلاَّ اللَّهُ وَحْدَهُ لاَ شَرِيْكَ لَه، أنْجَزَ وَعْدَهُ وَ نَصَرَ عَبْدَهُ وَ هَزَمَ الأحْزَابَ وَ حْدَهُ

Transliteration: Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar. Lā ilaha illallah, wahdahu lā sharīka lah, lahul mulk, wa lahul-hamd, yuhyi wa yumit, wa huwa ‘alā kulli shay’in qadeer; lā ilāha illallāh wahdahu lā sharīka lah, anjaza wa’dahu, wa nasara ‘abdahu, wa hazama l-ahzāba wahdah.

Translation: "Allah is the Greatest, Allah is the Greatest, Allah is the Greatest. There is no one worthy of worship except Allah, alone with no partner. He has all power and praise. He gives life and causes death, and He has control over everything. There is no one worthy of worship except Allah, alone with no partner. He kept His promise, helped His servant, and defeated the enemies by Himself."

Conclusion

While the above du’as are recommended for enhancing the experience of Umrah, pilgrims are encouraged to engage in personal supplications from the heart. The intention and understanding behind each supplication hold greater significance than mere recitation.

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