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🌙 Ramadan Night Prayers

Taraweeh Duas — Complete Guide with Arabic, Transliteration & Translation

Q: Is the Tasbeeh e Taraweeh obligatory?

No, the Tasbeeh e Taraweeh is not obligatory. It is a traditional practice, not an established Sunnah from the Prophet ﷺ. Any dhikr or personal dua during the break is acceptable.

Q: Can I pray Taraweeh alone at home?

Yes. Taraweeh may be prayed individually at home or in congregation at the mosque. Both are valid, though congregation carries greater reward.

Q: What is the difference between Taraweeh and Tahajjud?

Taraweeh is the Ramadan-specific congregational night prayer after Isha. Tahajjud is the voluntary night prayer practiced year-round, ideally in the last third of the night.

The complete, authentic collection of Taraweeh Duas — including Tasbeeh e Taraweeh, Dua Qunoot, and the Kamilin Dua — with full Arabic text, easy transliteration, and English meaning for every night of Ramadan.

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📖 What Are Taraweeh Duas?

Understanding Taraweeh Duas

Taraweeh Duas are the supplications recited during or between the sets of Taraweeh prayer — the blessed night prayers of Ramadan performed after the obligatory Isha and before the Witr prayer. The word “Taraweeh” (تَرَاوِيح) comes from the Arabic root meaning to rest or relax, referring to the short breaks taken after every four rakats.

While no single, fixed dua is explicitly mandated in the authentic hadith for the break between rakats, Muslim scholars unanimously agree that engaging in dhikr (remembrance of Allah), personal supplication, and recitation of Quranic verses during these intervals is highly praiseworthy. The commonly recited Tasbeeh e Taraweeh has been passed down through generations and carries beautiful meaning — as long as it is not treated as an obligatory ritual.

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Scholarly Note: Scholars from the Hanafi, Maliki, Shafi’i, and Hanbali schools all affirm that Taraweeh is a Sunnah Mu’akkadah (strongly emphasised Sunnah). The Prophet ﷺ said: “Whoever stands (in prayer) during Ramadan with faith and hoping for reward, his previous sins will be forgiven.” — Riyad as-Salihin 1187 (Bukhari & Muslim).

🌙 The Duas

Complete Taraweeh Duas with Arabic Text

Select any dua below to view its full Arabic text, transliteration, English translation, and scholarly notes.

Tasbeeh e Taraweeh — After Every 4 Rakats

Traditional

سُبْحَانَ ذِي الْمُلْكِ وَالْمَلَكُوتِ ، سُبْحَانَ ذِي الْعِزَّةِ وَالْعَظَمَةِ وَالْهَيْبَةِ وَالْقُدْرَةِ وَالْكِبْرِيَاءِ وَالْجَبَرُوتِ ، سُبْحَانَ الْمَلِكِ الْحَيِّ الَّذِي لَا يَنَامُ وَلَا يَمُوتُ ، سُبُّوحٌ قُدُّوسٌ رَبُّنَا وَرَبُّ الْمَلَائِكَةِ وَالرُّوحِ ، اللَّهُمَّ أَجِرْنَا مِنَ النَّارِ يَا مُجِيرُ يَا مُجِيرُ يَا مُجِيرُ

Subhāna Dhil-Mulki wal-Malakūt, Subhāna Dhil-‘Izzati wal-‘Azhamati wal-Haybati wal-Qudrati wal-Kibriyā’i wal-Jabarūt, Subhānal-Malikil-Hayyil-Ladhī lā Yanāmu wa lā Yamūt, Subbūhun Quddūsun Rabbunā wa Rabbul-Malā’ikati war-Rūh, Allāhumma Ajirnā minan-Nāri yā Mujīr, yā Mujīr, yā Mujīr.

Translation: Glory be to the One who possesses all sovereignty and dominion. Glory be to the One who possesses honour, greatness, awe, power, majesty, and might. Glory be to the Eternal King who never sleeps and never dies. He is Pure and Holy, our Lord and the Lord of the angels and the souls. O Allah, save us from the Fire — O Protector, O Protector, O Protector.

Traditional Tasbeeh · Widely transmitted through Islamic scholarship

📌 This Tasbeeh is recited silently after every 4 rakats of Taraweeh during the rest interval. It is not an obligatory recitation but a widely loved tradition, especially in South Asian and Southeast Asian communities. You may also make personal dua or recite any other dhikr during this break.

Dua Qunoot — Recited in Witr Prayer

Sahih — Abu Dawud

اللَّهُمَّ اهْدِنَا فِيمَنْ هَدَيْتَ ، وَعَافِنَا فِيمَنْ عَافَيْتَ ، وَتَوَلَّنَا فِيمَنْ تَوَلَّيْتَ ، وَبَارِكْ لَنَا فِيمَا أَعْطَيْتَ ، وَقِنَا شَرَّ مَا قَضَيْتَ ، فَإِنَّكَ تَقْضِي وَلَا يُقْضَى عَلَيْكَ ، وَإِنَّهُ لَا يَذِلُّ مَنْ وَالَيْتَ ، وَلَا يَعِزُّ مَنْ عَادَيْتَ ، تَبَارَكْتَ رَبَّنَا وَتَعَالَيْتَ

Allāhummahdina fīman hadayt, wa ‘āfinā fīman ‘āfayt, wa tawallanā fīman tawallayt, wa bārik lanā fīmā a’tayt, wa qinā sharra mā qaḍayt, fa innaka taqḍī wa lā yuqḍā ‘alayk, wa innahu lā yadhillu man wālayt, wa lā ya’izzu man ‘ādayt, tabārakta Rabbanā wa ta’ālayt.

Translation: O Allah, guide us among those whom You have guided. Grant us well-being among those whom You have granted well-being. Take us into Your care among those whom You have cared for. Bless us in what You have given us. Protect us from the evil of what You have decreed. For indeed You decree, and none can decree over You. He is not humbled whom You befriend, and not honoured who is Your enemy. Blessed are You, our Lord, and Exalted.

Abu Dawud 1425 · Tirmidhi 464 · Nasai — Narrated by Al-Hasan ibn Ali (RA) from the Prophet ﷺ

📌 Dua Qunoot is recited in the standing position (before or after ruku’) in the final rakat of Witr prayer, which follows Taraweeh. It is an authentic, well-established Sunnah of the Prophet ﷺ. See the full hadith at Sunnah.com.

Dua for Starting Night Prayer (Qiyam al-Layl)

Sahih al-Bukhari

اللَّهُمَّ لَكَ الْحَمْدُ أَنْتَ نُورُ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضِ وَمَنْ فِيهِنَّ ، وَلَكَ الْحَمْدُ أَنْتَ قَيِّمُ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضِ وَمَنْ فِيهِنَّ ، وَلَكَ الْحَمْدُ أَنْتَ الْحَقُّ

Allāhumma lakal-hamd, anta nūrus-samāwāti wal-arḍi wa man fīhinn, wa lakal-hamd, anta qayyimus-samāwāti wal-arḍi wa man fīhinn, wa lakal-hamd, antal-Haqq.

Translation: O Allah, all praise is for You. You are the Light of the heavens and the earth and all that is within them. All praise is for You; You are the Sustainer of the heavens and the earth and all that is within them. All praise is for You; You are the Truth.

Sahih al-Bukhari 1120 · Narrated by Ibn Abbas (RA) — the opening supplication of the Prophet ﷺ for night prayer

📌 This beautiful supplication was the Prophet’s ﷺ own opening dua when rising for night prayer. Reciting it before your Taraweeh beautifully connects you with his Sunnah. Read the full hadith at Sunnah.com.

Dua Kamilin — After Completing Taraweeh

Traditional

اللَّهُمَّ اجْعَلْنَا بِالإِيمَانِ كَامِلِينَ ، وَلِلْفَرَائِضِ مُؤَدِّينَ ، وَلِلصَّلاةِ حَافِظِينَ ، وَلِلزَّكَاةِ فَاعِلِينَ ، وَلِمَا عِنْدَكَ طَالِبِينَ ، وَلِعَفْوِكَ رَاجِينَ ، وَبِالْهُدَى مُتَمَسِّكِينَ ، وَعَنِ اللَّغْوِ مُعْرِضِينَ

Allāhummaj’alnā bil-īmāni kāmilīn, wa lil-farā’iḍi mu’addīn, wa liṣ-ṣalāti ḥāfiẓīn, wa liz-zakāti fā’ilīn, wa limā ‘indaka ṭālibīn, wa li’afwika rājīn, wa bil-hudā mutamassikīn, wa ‘anil-laghwi mu’riḍīn.

Translation: O Allah, make us complete in faith, diligent in fulfilling our obligations, consistent in guarding our prayers, active in giving Zakat, seeking what is with You, hoping in Your pardon, holding fast to guidance, and turning away from idle speech.

Dua Kamilin · Commonly recited at the conclusion of the full Taraweeh prayer

📌 The Kamilin Dua is a comprehensive supplication covering the core pillars of a believer’s life — faith, prayer, zakat, and righteous conduct. It is a beautiful way to seal the night’s worship with intention and aspiration.

🕌 Prayer Structure

How Taraweeh is Structured — Visual Guide

The Taraweeh prayer is performed after Isha and before Witr. Here is how a full night of Taraweeh prayer is structured, showing when each dua is recited.

✨ Spiritual Benefits

Benefits of Taraweeh Prayer and Its Duas

Taraweeh is among the greatest acts of Ibadah in Ramadan. Beyond spiritual reward, reciting its duas with understanding transforms the entire night experience.

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Forgiveness of Sins

The Prophet ﷺ promised that whoever prays Taraweeh with sincere faith will have their past sins forgiven.

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Spiritual Purification

Each rakat and every dua recited in Taraweeh cleanses the heart and strengthens the soul’s connection to Allah.

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Laylat al-Qadr

Consistent Taraweeh attendance through the last 10 nights maximises the chance of witnessing the Night of Power.

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Quran Completion

Congregational Taraweeh completes one full recitation of the Quran over Ramadan — a living connection to revelation.

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Community Worship

Praying in congregation multiplies rewards and strengthens the bonds of the Muslim Ummah locally and globally.

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Inner Peace

The rhythmic pattern of prayer and dua cultivates mindfulness, patience, and tranquillity that persists beyond Ramadan.

📋 Step by Step

How to Recite Taraweeh Duas — Step-by-Step Guide

Follow this practical guide to integrate the Taraweeh Duas correctly into your night prayers.

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Perform Your Isha Prayer First
Taraweeh begins after the obligatory Isha prayer (and its Sunnah rakats). Ensure your Isha prayer is complete before starting Taraweeh. Browse evening duas →
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Make Intention (Niyyah) for Taraweeh
Make a sincere internal intention to pray Taraweeh for the sake of Allah. You may open with the Prophet’s ﷺ dua for night prayer (see Panel 3 above) for an authentic Sunnah start.
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Pray 4 Rakats (2+2) Then Rest
Pray 2 rakats with Salam, then 2 more. After completing these 4 rakats, sit or stand during the rest interval. During this break, recite the Tasbeeh e Taraweeh quietly, or engage in personal dua and dhikr.
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Repeat for All 20 Rakats (or 8)
Continue praying sets of 4 rakats, reciting the Tasbeeh at each break. The majority practice (following the Caliph Umar RA and the consensus of scholars) is 20 rakats. Some follow the practice of 8 rakats as reported from the Prophet ﷺ. Both are valid. See IslamQA’s detailed ruling.
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Pray Witr with Dua Qunoot
Complete the night with the Witr prayer (3 rakats). In the final rakat, after the ruku’ (or before it, according to your school), recite the Dua Qunoot. This is a firmly established Sunnah. View full hadith →
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Close with the Kamilin Dua
After completing your Witr prayer, recite the Dua Kamilin as a comprehensive closing supplication, asking Allah to perfect you in all aspects of faith and action. Then make personal dua — this is a blessed moment of acceptance.

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Tip for memorisation: The Tasbeeh e Taraweeh is best memorised by listening to it a few times. You can also find the Ramadan calendar and Taraweeh tips on DuaForAll →. Learning the meaning of each word makes the dua far more impactful and spiritually alive.

⚖️ Scholarly Debate

8 Rakats or 20 Rakats? The Scholarly View

One of the most common questions about Taraweeh concerns the number of rakats. Both 8 and 20 are rooted in authentic scholarship:

Both positions are valid within the broad mercy of Islamic scholarship. Follow your local imam’s practice when praying in congregation. For an authoritative scholarly discussion, see IslamQA on the number of Taraweeh rakats.

❓ FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About Taraweeh Duas

Is the Tasbeeh e Taraweeh obligatory (Fard or Wajib)?

No — the Tasbeeh e Taraweeh is not obligatory, fard, wajib, or even an established Sunnah from the Prophet ﷺ in the form commonly recited today. It is a widespread traditional practice passed down through generations, particularly popular in South Asian and Southeast Asian communities. Scholars confirm that making any dhikr, personal dua, reciting the Quran, or sitting quietly during the break between sets is all permissible. The key is not to consider it mandatory, as that would be an innovation (bid’ah). See the full scholarly discussion at IslamQA.

Can I pray Taraweeh alone at home?

Yes, absolutely. Taraweeh can be prayed individually at home. The Prophet ﷺ himself prayed some nights at home and encouraged individual night prayer. However, praying in congregation at the mosque carries a greater reward (equivalent to praying the whole night according to a hadith in Abu Dawud and Tirmidhi). Women are also encouraged to pray Taraweeh at home, though attending the mosque is permissible. All the Taraweeh duas above apply equally whether you pray alone or in congregation.

What is the difference between Taraweeh and Tahajjud?

Taraweeh (تراويح) is the Ramadan-specific night prayer performed between Isha and Witr, usually in congregation at the mosque early in the night. Tahajjud (تهجد) is the voluntary night prayer prayed throughout the year, preferably in the last third of the night after waking from sleep — it is considered the highest voluntary prayer. During Ramadan, some scholars consider them the same prayer performed at different times. The duas recited in both are similar, and both carry immense spiritual reward.

What can I read during the Taraweeh break if I don’t know the Tasbeeh?

Any authentic dhikr (remembrance of Allah) is excellent during the Taraweeh break. Good options include: SubhanAllah (سُبْحَانَ اللّٰهِ), Alhamdulillah (الحمد لله), Allahu Akbar (الله أكبر), Astaghfirullah (أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللّٰهَ), Durood Sharif (salawat upon the Prophet ﷺ), reciting short Quranic surahs, or making personal dua in your own language. Browse our Dhikr & Tasbeeh collection for more ideas.

When exactly is Dua Qunoot recited in Witr?

The position of Dua Qunoot within Witr differs slightly between the major schools of thought. According to the Hanafi school, Qunoot is recited before the ruku’ in the third rakat of Witr (with hands raised). According to the Shafi’i and Maliki schools, it is typically recited after the ruku’ in the standing position. The Hanbali school generally recites it before ruku’ only in the last half of Ramadan. All these positions have sound scholarly basis — follow the practice of your school or your local mosque imam.

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Trusted External References

For deeper scholarly research on Taraweeh, we recommend these authoritative Islamic sources:

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Sunnah.com — Taraweeh Hadith

Primary hadith sources on Qiyam Ramadan in Riyad as-Salihin

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IslamQA — Number of Rakats

Authoritative ruling on 8 vs 20 rakats with scholarly references

↗ islamqa.info

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IslamQA — Tasbeeh Authenticity

Scholarly analysis on the Tasbeeh recited between Taraweeh sets