Sujood—the moment of prostration in Salah—is one of the most powerful ways a believer connects with Allah ﷻ. It’s a posture of complete surrender, where your forehead touches the ground and your heart rises in devotion. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said that this is when we are closest to our Lord, making it one of the best times to make dua.
The words we say in Sujood carry deep glorification, humility, and a personal longing for Allah’s mercy.
In this blog, you’ll find the authentic duas taught by the Prophet ﷺ for Sujood—shared with Arabic, easy transliteration, and clear meaning in English—so that your prostration becomes more than just movement. It becomes a moment of closeness, softness, and sincere worship to Ar-Rahman.
Authentic Duas for Sujood — Arabic, Transliteration, Translation & Source
There are several authentic duas from the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ that are recommended to recite while in Sujood, the most intimate position in Salah. These supplications reflect deep glorification, humility, and a personal plea for Allah’s mercy.
Below are three well-known and trusted duas you can use during your prostration:
1. Core Tasbih of Sujood
سُبْحَانَ رَبِّيَ الْأَعْلَى Transliteration: Subḥāna Rabbiyal-Aʿlā Translation: Glory is to my Lord, the Most High. Hadith: Sahih Muslim 772
This short but powerful tasbih reminds us of Allah’s greatness and our position of surrender. It is the basic dhikr that every believer is taught to say in Sujood.
2. Majestic Glorification
سُبُّوحٌ قُدُّوسٌ، رَبُّ الْمَلَائِكَةِ وَالرُّوحِ Transliteration: Subbūḥun Quddūs, Rabbul-Malāʾikati war-Rūḥ Translation: The Most Glorious, The Most Holy, Lord of the angels and the Spirit. Hadith: Sahih Muslim
A deeper tasbih you can include in optional prayers. It glorifies Allah’s purity and His command over the angelic realm, including Jibreel عليه السلام.
3. Dua for Complete Forgiveness
اللَّهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لِي ذَنْبِي كُلَّهُ، دِقَّهُ وَجِلَّهُ، وَأَوَّلَهُ وَآخِرَهُ، وَعَلاَنِيَتَهُ وَسِرَّهُ Transliteration: Allāhumma ighfir lī dhanbī kullahu, diqqahu wa jillahu, wa awwalahu wa ākhirahu, wa ʿalāniyatahu wa sirrahu Translation: O Allah, forgive me all my sins—minor and major, first and last, open and secret. Hadith: Sahih Muslim 483
This dua is a heartfelt cry for complete forgiveness. It covers every kind of sin—known or hidden—and helps you empty your heart before Allah during Sujood.
Can I Make Personal Dua in Sujood?
Yes, making personal dua in Sujood is not only allowed—it’s one of the most beautiful moments to open your heart to Allah ﷻ, especially during nafl (voluntary) prayers. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said, “The closest a servant comes to his Lord is while in prostration, so increase your supplications” (Sahih Muslim). Sujood is that sacred moment when your body is lowered, but your soul is elevated—longing, hoping, and whispering directly to your Creator.
In fard (obligatory) prayers, it’s best to stick to the duas taught by the Prophet ﷺ, all of which are in Arabic. But in nafl prayers, scholars have permitted personal duas, even in your native language, especially if Arabic isn’t your strength.
This gives you the space to speak to Allah with full sincerity—asking for whatever weighs on your heart: guidance, forgiveness, mercy, healing, or something only He knows. What matters most is that your words come with presence, humility, and a heart truly turned toward Him.
Personal Supplication (Example for Nafl):
O Allah, guide me in my decisions, grant peace to my family, forgive my sins—open Your doors of mercy and make me content with what You’ve written for me.
Related Duas Recited During Salah
Salah is full of moments where the heart is invited to pause, reflect, and connect. Through short yet powerful duas and tasbih, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us how to bring meaning into every position—whether we are bowing, sitting, or ending our prayer.
Here are a few beautiful recitations that surround the moment of Sujood, adding even more depth to your Salah:
1. Dua Before Tasleem
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ عَذَابِ جَهَنَّمَ، وَمِنْ عَذَابِ الْقَبْرِ، وَمِنْ فِتْنَةِ الْمَحْيَا وَالْمَمَاتِ، وَمِنْ شَرِّ فِتْنَةِ الْمَسِيحِ الدَّجَّالِ Transliteration: Allāhumma innī aʿūdhu bika min ʿadhābi jahannam… Translation: O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the punishment of Hell, the punishment of the grave, the trials of life and death, and the evil of the false messiah.
This dua is a powerful shield—recited just before we say salam. It wraps up the prayer by asking Allah ﷻ to protect us from the greatest tests of this life and the next.
Read more: Dua Before Tasleem
2. Dua Between Sujood
رَبِّ اغْفِرْ لِي، رَبِّ اغْفِرْ لِي Transliteration: Rabbi ighfir lī, Rabbi ighfir lī Translation: My Lord, forgive me. During the short pause between prostrations, this dua captures sincere repentance. It’s brief—but from the heart. Read more: Dua Between Sujood رَبَّنَا وَلَكَ الْحَمْدُ Transliteration: Rabbana wa laka al-ḥamd Translation: Our Lord, to You belongs all praise. This tasbih is recited after rising from Ruku. It’s a gentle declaration of gratitude—recognizing Allah’s countless blessings as we return to standing. Read more: Tasbih After Ruku Yes, you can—and you should. Sujood is one of the most intimate moments between you and Allah ﷻ. You don’t need to limit your duas to only spiritual things. Ask for anything halal that your heart desires—a good job, a righteous spouse, healing, peace at home—whatever it may be. If your heart aches for it, Sujood is the perfect place to lay it down before the One who listens. Absolutely. If your eyes fill with tears during Sujood, let them flow. Crying isn’t a weakness—it’s a sign of softness and connection. The Prophet ﷺ and his companions would often cry in Salah, especially in Sujood and during long night prayers. Allah ﷻ sees your tears, even when no one else does. And sometimes, a single tear says more than a thousand words. Say it softly—from the heart. Sujood is meant to be a quiet conversation between you and your Lord. The Qur’an itself tells us to call upon Allah ﷻ with humility and in private. Loud recitation can distract others and breaks the stillness of Salah. Just whisper. Even if no one hears you, Allah ﷻ surely does. Yes, but it depends on the type of prayer. If you’re praying nafl (voluntary) prayers, you can make dua in your own language—especially if Arabic is hard for you. Scholars have allowed it so your heart can speak freely. In fard (obligatory) prayers, it’s best to stick to the Arabic duas taught by the Prophet ﷺ to preserve the structure of the prayer. No strict rule—follow your heart. In fard Salah, Sujood is usually short. But in nafl prayers, you can stay in prostration as long as you want. The Prophet ﷺ would sometimes stay in Sujood so long that people thought something happened. If your heart feels heavy or you have something to say to Allah ﷻ—stay there. Speak. Cry. Reflect. There’s no rush in front of the One who owns time. 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.3. Tasbih After Ruku
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