What is the source of this dua read in Witr prayer?
In the context of the Witr prayer, there are various narrations regarding the supplications (duas) recited during this prayer. One of the well-known supplications taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is found in the narration from Al-Hasan ibn Ali, who reported that the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) taught him to say in Witr: O Allah, guide me among those You have guided; grant me health among those You have granted health; take me into Your care among those You have taken into Your care; bless me in what You have given; and protect me from the evil You have decreed, for You decree and none can decree over You. None is humiliated whom You befriend nor is honored who opposes You. Blessed are You, our Lord, and Exalted.
Sunan Abu Dawud 8:10.
This dua reflects a deep supplication for guidance, protection, and blessings, and it is commonly recited in the qunut of the Witr prayer. Additionally, during Witr, it is also narrated that specific verses are recited, such as Say: He is Allah, One.
Al-Kafi 4:790 and Glorify the name of your Lord, the Most High.
Sunan Ibn Majah 6:371.
These narrations collectively provide insight into the supplications and recitations that are part of the Witr prayer, demonstrating the importance of these elements in enhancing the spiritual experience of the prayer.
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Sunan Abu Dawud 8:10
Sunan Abu Dawud · Book 8, Hadith 10 · Narrated by Abi al-Hura
Al-Hasan ibn Ali (may Allah be pleased with them) told me that the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) taught me some phrases to say in witr. Ibn Juways said it was in the qunut of witr: "O Allah, guide me among those You have guided; grant me health among those You have granted health; take me into Your care among those You have taken into Your care; bless me in what You have given; and protect me from the evil You have decreed, for You decree and none can decree over You. None is humiliated whom You befriend nor is honored who opposes You. Blessed are You, our Lord, and Exalted." Another chain said the same words at the end and mentioned this is what is said in the qunut of witr, without specifically stating it is what he said in witr.
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Al-Kafi 4:790
Al-Kafi · Book 4, Hadith 790
It was said to him, 'They claim that Abu Talib was a disbeliever.' He said, 'They lie. How could he be a disbeliever while he said, "Did you not know that we found Muhammad a Prophet, like Moses, inscribed in the earliest of books?" In another narration he said, 'How could Abu Talib be a disbeliever while he said, "They know that our son is not denied among us, nor does he pay attention to falsehoods." White rainfall is sought by clouds through his presence; the support for orphans, and protection for widows.'" — OR — I asked him about what should be recited in the Witr prayers altogether. He said, "Recite ‘Say: He is Allah, One.’" I asked, "In all three rak'ahs?" He said, "Yes."
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Sunan Ibn Majah 6:371
Sunan Ibn Majah · Book 6, Hadith 371 · Narrated by Aisha
We asked Aisha what the Prophet (peace be upon him) used to recite in witr prayer. She said, "He would recite in the first unit, 'Glorify the name of your Lord, the Most High;' in the second, 'Say, O disbelievers;' and in the third unit, 'Say: He is Allah, One,' along with the two protective chapters (Al-Falaq and An-Nas)."
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