1. Monday – Duas for Forgiveness and Repentance (Istighfar)
Monday is ideal for reflecting on mistakes and seeking forgiveness from Allah for any sins, ensuring a clean heart and closer connection to Him.
Suggested Duas:
Astaghfirullah Rabbi Min Kulli Dhambin Wa Atoobu Ilaih
"I seek forgiveness from Allah for all my sins, and I turn to Him in repentance."
Recite 100 times: Astaghfirullah (I seek forgiveness from Allah).
2. Tuesday – Duas for Protection from Harm and Evil
Ask for safety from all forms of harm—spiritual, physical, and emotional—through specific supplications.
Suggested Duas:
Surah Al-Falaq (Chapter 113)
"Say: I seek refuge with the Lord of the Daybreak from the evil of what He has created..."
Surah An-Nas (Chapter 114)
"Say: I seek refuge in the Lord of mankind..."
Recite: Ayat Al-Kursi (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:255) after every obligatory prayer.
3. Wednesday – Duas for Sustenance (Rizq) and Financial Stability
Midweek is a good time to focus on asking Allah for halal sustenance and financial blessings.
Suggested Duas:
Surah Al-Waqiah (Chapter 56) – Recite daily for protection from poverty.
Dua:
"Allahumma inni as’aluka ‘ilman naafi’an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa ‘amalan mutaqabbalan."
"O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, halal sustenance, and accepted deeds."
4. Thursday – Duas for Good Health and Healing
Dedicate this day to asking Allah for good health, healing from illness, and strength.
Suggested Duas:
Recite Ya Shafi (The Healer) 100 times for health and well-being.
Dua:
"Allahumma rabban-nas adhhibil-ba’sa washfi anta shafi la shifa’a illa shifa’uka shifa’an la yughadiru saqama."
"O Allah, the Lord of mankind, remove the harm and heal. You are the Healer. There is no healing except Your healing, a healing that leaves no trace of sickness."
5. Friday – Duas for Family and Loved Ones
Friday is a blessed day in Islam, ideal for praying for family, loved ones, and strengthening relationships.
Suggested Duas:
Dua for Parents:
"Rabbir hamhuma kama rabbayani saghira."
"My Lord, have mercy upon them (parents) as they brought me up when I was small."
Dua for Spouses:
"Rabbana hablana min azwajina wa dhurriyyatina qurrata a’yunin wa aj‘alna lil-muttaqeena imama."
"Our Lord, grant us from among our spouses and offspring comfort to our eyes, and make us an example for the righteous."
6. Saturday – Duas for Guidance (Hidayah) and Success
Use Saturday to seek guidance in personal and professional matters, asking Allah for wisdom and success.
Suggested Duas:
Dua of Istikhara:
"O Allah, I seek Your guidance through Your knowledge, and I seek ability through Your power, and I ask You from Your immense favor..." (Full Istikhara Dua)
Recite Ya Fattah (The Opener) 100 times for success in all matters.
Surah Al-Kahf (Chapter 18) – Recite for protection from misguidance.
7. Sunday – Duas for Gratitude and Contentment (Shukr)
Dedicate Sunday to expressing gratitude and seeking contentment in life, aligning with Allah’s plan.
Suggested Duas:
Dua:
"Alhamdulillah ‘ala kulli hal."
"All praise is due to Allah in every condition."
Dua:
"Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min zawali ni‘matik, wa tahawwuli ‘afiyatik, wa fuja’ati niqmatik, wa jami’i sakhatik."
"O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the loss of Your blessings, the decline of health, the suddenness of Your punishment, and all forms of displeasure."
Optional Daily Practice: Tasbeeh Fatimah
Recite every night before sleep:
SubhanAllah (Glory be to Allah) – 33 times
Alhamdulillah (Praise be to Allah) – 33 times
Allahu Akbar (Allah is the Greatest) – 34 times
Conclusion:
By following these daily prayer categories, you ensure that every aspect of your life—spiritual, physical, and emotional—receives Allah’s attention and blessings. Stay consistent in these practices, remain sincere in your duas, and trust that Allah will respond in the best way. May Allah guide, bless, and grant ease in all areas of your life. Ameen.