Completing the Qur’an—referred to as khatm al-Qur’an or the dua for finishing the Qur’an—is among the most profound spiritual milestones in a believer’s life. It signifies the culmination of reciting Allah’s final revelation: a timeless Book of guidance (hudā), healing (shifā’), and mercy (raḥmah). In this sacred moment, Muslims offer a heartfelt Quran completion dua, seeking Allah ﷻ’s acceptance, forgiveness, steadfastness, and compassion for the Ummah.
From the time of the righteous predecessors, it became a tradition to gather family and community for a closing dua. The dua after khatmul Quran is believed to be especially accepted, sealing the recitation with gratitude and drawing barakah, inner peace (sukūn), and renewed nearness to Allah.
In this article, you’ll find the authentic dua for completing the Quran, along with the full Arabic text, transliteration, and translation—so you can recite it with sincerity, humility, and devotion.
Authentic Dua for Finishing the Qur’an — Arabic, Transliteration & Translation
When a believer completes the Qur’an (khatm al-Qur’an), it is Sunnah to end the recitation with dua. Although the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ did not prescribe a specific dua for this moment, the Companions, scholars, and righteous predecessors preserved beautiful supplications to recite at khatm al-Qur’an. These duas call upon Allah ﷻ for mercy, forgiveness, firm guidance, protection from trials, and lasting blessings in both this world and the Hereafter.
One of the well-known duas is:
اللَّهُمَّ ارْحَمْنِي بِالْقُرْآنِ، وَاجْعَلْهُ لِي إِمَامًا وَنُورًا وَهُدًى وَرَحْمَةً، اللَّهُمَّ ذَكِّرْنِي مِنْهُ مَا نُسِّيتُ، وَعَلِّمْنِي مِنْهُ مَا جَهِلْتُ، وَارْزُقْنِي تِلَاوَتَهُ آنَاءَ اللَّيْلِ وَأَطْرَافَ النَّهَارِ، وَاجْعَلْهُ لِي حُجَّةً يَا رَبَّ الْعَالَمِينَ. Transliteration: Allāhumma arḥamnī bil-Qur’ān, waj‘alhu lī imāman wa-nūran wa-hudan wa-raḥmah. Allāhumma dhakkirnī minhu mā nussītu, wa-‘allimnī minhu mā jahiltu, warzuqnī tilāwatahu ʾanā’a al-layli wa-aṭrāfa an-nahār, waj‘alhu lī ḥujjatan yā Rabb al-‘ālamīn. English Translation: O Allah, have mercy on me through the Qur’an, and make it for me a leader, a light, guidance, and a mercy. O Allah, remind me of what I forget from it, teach me what I do not know, and grant me the blessing of reciting it during the hours of the night and the parts of the day. Make it a testimony in my favor, O Lord of the worlds.
When to Recite Dua for Finishing Qur’an?
The dua for completing the Qur’an (khatm al-Qur’an) is recited right after finishing the closing verse of Sūrah an-Nās.
The salaf al-ṣāliḥīn considered this a moment of acceptance, when duas are more likely to be answered.
During Ramadan, it is most often seen in the Taraweeh prayers, where the imam ends the recitation and leads the congregation in a heartfelt collective dua.
Outside Ramadan, any believer can recite the dua privately after completing their own tilāwah—whether at home, in the masjid, or during Qur’an study gatherings—seeking Allah’s mercy and blessings.
Etiquette of Dua at Khatm al-Qur’an
When completing the Qur’an (khatm al-Qur’an), a believer should approach the dua with the proper adab (etiquette) of supplication. Begin by praising Allah ﷻ with words of ḥamd (praise), tasbīḥ (glorification), and takbīr (magnification). Then, send abundant ṣalawāt upon the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, as no dua is complete without honoring him.
Raise your hands with humility, face the qiblah, and call upon Allah with ikhlāṣ (sincerity) and khushūʿ (deep reverence). The scholars have encouraged believers to widen their supplications—not only asking for their own needs, but also praying for their parents, families, and the entire Ummah—for the moment of khatm is a time of ijābah (acceptance).
Conclude the dua with “Āmīn,” filled with shukr (gratitude) and trust in Allah’s mercy, sealing the recitation with humility, faith, and hope in His nearness.
FAQs — Dua for Finishing Qur’an
Acceptance rests with Allah ﷻ. The dua at khatm is a hopeful time, and when you ask with tawakkul (trust), humility, and sincerity, it is more likely to be answered.
Mohammed Basheer is the founder of Sukoonly.com, an Islamic blog focused on duas, prophetic healing, and Qur’anic wisdom. He writes with sincerity and spiritual depth for seekers around the world.