Meaning and Significance of the Rabbirhamhuma Prayer
This article contains the Arabic recitation, meaning, and tafsir (explanation) of the prayer “…Rabbirhamhumâ kemâ rabbeyânî sagîrâ,” which appears in Surah Isra 24th verse. This supplication is a recognition by the servant of his helplessness before Allah’s majesty, coupled with a request for help filled with feelings of love and respect.
Characteristics of Dua (Supplication)
The word “Dua” carries meanings such as “to call, to invoke, to desire, and to seek help.” It is generally used to describe “a request and entreaty that takes place from the lesser to the greater, from below to above.” Making dua (supplication) is praised and encouraged in the Quran. For example, verses like “Fear Him and hope for His mercy.” (Al-A’raf 7:56) and hadiths such as “There is nothing more honorable before Allah than supplication” (Tirmidhi, Duawāt, 1; Ibn Majah, Dua, 1) are found.
“…RABBİRHAMHUM KEM RABBEYÂNÎ SAGÎR” Prayer
Surah Isra: 24th Verse
Recitation: “…Rabbirhamhumâ kemâ rabbeyânî sagîrâ.”
Meaning: “O my Lord! Have mercy on them as You have raised me when I was young!” This prayer expresses respect for parents and a request to Allah for mercy upon them.