Performing Salah (prayer) is the second pillar of Islam and the most important daily act of worship for a Muslim. But Salah does not end with the Tasleem (saying Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullah to the right and left). After completing the prayer, it is Sunnah and highly recommended to engage in adhkar (remembrances of Allah) and duas (supplications). These duas are short, easy to memorize, and full of blessings.
In this article, we will share some short duas after Salah with their meanings in English so that you can add them to your daily routine.
Why Make Dua After Salah?
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ encouraged Muslims to remember Allah after finishing the prayer. The moments right after Salah are a special time when duas are more likely to be accepted. Allah says in the Qur’an:
“So remember Me; I will remember you. And be grateful to Me and do not deny Me.”
(Surah Al-Baqarah 2:152)
Dua after Salah helps:
- Increase closeness to Allah.
- Bring peace and barakah (blessings) into life.
- Protect from Shaytaan.
- Purify the heart and strengthen faith.
Short Duas After Salah with Meanings
Below are some authentic and simple duas you can recite after Salah.
1. Seeking Forgiveness
Arabic:
اَسْتَغْفِرُ اللّٰهَ
(Astaghfirullah)
Meaning:
“I seek forgiveness from Allah.”
👉 The Prophet ﷺ used to say Astaghfirullah three times immediately after finishing Salah. This reminds us that even in worship, we may fall short, and Allah’s forgiveness is always needed.
2. Ayat-ul-Kursi
Arabic (partial):
اللّهُ لاَ إِلَـهَ إِلاَّ هُوَ الْحَيُّ الْقَيُّومُ… (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:255)
Meaning:
“Allah! There is no god but He, the Ever-Living, the Sustainer of all.”
👉 Reciting Ayat-ul-Kursi after every Salah provides protection until the next prayer, as mentioned in Hadith.
3. Tasbih (33 times each)
Arabic:
- سُبْحَانَ اللّٰه (SubhanAllah) – “Glory be to Allah” (33 times)
- اَلْحَمْدُ لِلّٰه (Alhamdulillah) – “All praise is due to Allah” (33 times)
- اللّٰهُ أَكْبَر (Allahu Akbar) – “Allah is the Greatest” (34 times)
👉 Together these add up to 100. This zikr wipes away sins and brings great rewards.
4. Supplication for Protection
Arabic:
اللَّهُمَّ أَجِرْنِي مِنَ النَّارِ
(Allahumma ajirni minan-naar)
Meaning:
“O Allah, save me from the Hellfire.”
👉 A simple yet powerful dua recommended to be recited seven times after Fajr and Maghrib prayers.
5. Dua for Ease in All Affairs
Arabic:
رَبِّ يَسِّرْ وَلَا تُعَسِّرْ وَتَمِّمْ بِالْخَيْرِ
(Rabbi yassir wa laa tu’assir wa tammim bil khair)
Meaning:
“My Lord, make it easy and do not make it difficult, and complete it with goodness.”
👉 This short dua is helpful for asking Allah to bless your daily tasks, studies, work, or family life.
6. Sending Salawat on the Prophet ﷺ
Arabic:
اللَّهُمَّ صَلِّ عَلَى مُحَمَّدٍ وَعَلَى آلِ مُحَمَّدٍ
(Allahumma salli ‘ala Muhammad wa ‘ala aali Muhammad)
Meaning:
“O Allah, send blessings upon Muhammad and upon the family of Muhammad.”
👉 Reciting Salawat after Salah is a means of gaining mercy and tenfold blessings from Allah.
7. Dua for Parents
Arabic:
رَبِّ ارْحَمْهُمَا كَمَا رَبَّيَانِي صَغِيرًا
(Rabbi irhamhuma kama rabbayani saghira)
Meaning:
“My Lord, have mercy upon them (my parents) as they brought me up when I was small.”
👉 This is a Qur’anic dua from Surah Al-Isra (17:24), reminding us to pray for our parents regularly.
8. Dua for Guidance
Arabic:
اللَّهُمَّ اهْدِنِي وَسَدِّدْنِي
(Allahumma ihdini wa saddidni)
Meaning:
“O Allah, guide me and keep me steadfast.”
👉 This short dua is an easy way to seek Allah’s guidance in every aspect of life.
9. Dua for Rizq (Sustenance)
Arabic:
اللَّهُمَّ اكْفِنِي بِحَلَالِكَ عَنْ حَرَامِكَ وَأَغْنِنِي بِفَضْلِكَ عَمَّنْ سِوَاكَ
(Allahumma ikfini bihalalika ‘an haramika, wa aghnini bifadhlika ‘amman siwaka)
Meaning:
“O Allah, suffice me with what You have made lawful against what You have made unlawful, and make me independent by Your grace from all others besides You.”
👉 This dua is powerful for asking Allah for halal rizq and barakah in earnings.
10. Dua for Protection from Shaytaan
Arabic:
اللَّهُمَّ أَعِنِّي عَلَى ذِكْرِكَ وَشُكْرِكَ وَحُسْنِ عِبَادَتِكَ
(Allahumma a‘inni ‘ala dhikrika wa shukrika wa husni ‘ibadatik)
Meaning:
“O Allah, help me to remember You, to thank You, and to worship You in the best manner.”
👉 This dua was personally taught by the Prophet ﷺ to his companion Mu’adh (RA).
Practical Tips for Remembering These Duas
- Start with one dua at a time – Don’t overwhelm yourself by trying to memorize everything at once.
- Keep a pocket card – Write the Arabic and meaning on a small card and keep it with you.
- Use mobile apps – Islamic apps often have post-Salah duas with audio to help with pronunciation.
- Make it a family practice – Encourage your children to say simple duas like SubhanAllah, Alhamdulillah, Allahu Akbar.
- Be consistent – Even if you recite only a few, make it a daily habit. Consistency brings more reward.
Benefits of Reciting Duas After Salah
- Protection from evil and harm.
- Increase in iman (faith) and taqwa (God-consciousness).
- Forgiveness of sins and chances of Jannah.
- Peace of mind and heart.
- Blessings in rizq and family life.
Remember, making dua is a sign of humility before Allah. It shows we rely on Him alone for all our needs.
Conclusion
After completing Salah, taking a few extra moments to make dua can transform your daily prayers into a source of mercy, protection, and blessings. These short duas after Salah with meanings are simple, easy to learn, and powerful in effect. Whether you are asking for forgiveness, protection, guidance, or rizq, always make dua sincerely from the heart.
May Allah make us consistent in remembering Him after every Salah and accept all our prayers. Ameen.