The Prayer Recited by Prophet David (AS) for the Love of Allah (SWT): Recitation and Meaning…
According to a narration from Hz. Ali (RA), the uncle of our Noble Prophet (SAW), Prophet David (AS) recited the following supplication to increase his love for Allah:
Recitation of Prophet David’s (AS) Prayer
“Allahümme innî es’eluke hubbeke ve hubbe men yuhibbuke wa’l-amele’l-lezi yübelliğuni hubbeke. Allahummec’al hubbeke ehabbe ileyye min nefsî wa ehlî wa mine’l- mâil bârid.”
Meaning of Prophet David’s (AS) Prayer
“O Allah! I ask You for Your love, the love of those who love You, and actions that will lead me to Your love. O Allah! Make Your love more beloved to me than my soul, my family, and cool water!” (Tirmidhi, Daavat 73)
Benefits of Reciting This Prayer
- It serves as a means for Allah’s love to be placed in our hearts.
- It enables you to meet those who love you.
- It helps your actions to be pleasing to Allah.