Dua Upon First Sight of the Kaabah
The Dua Upon First Sight of the Kaabah is an authentic Islamic supplication recited during Tawafrites to seek Allah's mercy, guidance, and spiritual acceptance.
Arabic
پہلی بار کعبہ دیکھنے پراللَّهُمَّ زِدْ هَذَا الْبَيْتَ تَشْرِيفًا وَتَعْظِيمًا وَتَكْرِيمًا وَمَهَابَةً
Transliteration
Allāhumma zid hādhal-bayta tashrīfan wa taʿẓīman wa takrīman wa mahābah.
Translation
“O Allah, increase this House in honour, reverence, nobility and awe.”
Urdu Translation
اے اللہ! اس گھر کی تعظیم، عزت، بزرگی اور ہیبت میں اضافہ فرما۔
When to recite
Musannaf Ibn Abi Shaybah 13732; Al-Shafiʿi in Al-Umm
Context & Practical Advice
Frequently asked questions
When should you recite the Dua Upon First Sight of the Kaabah?
Pilgrims recite this dua during their Tawaf journey, particularly when engaging in the corresponding rites of Hajj or Umrah according to the Sunnah of the Prophet ﷺ.
What is the spiritual benefit and source of this supplication?
This supplication is recorded in authentic Islamic tradition (Musannaf Ibn Abi Shaybah 13732; Al-Shafiʿi in Al-Umm) to seek Allah's guidance, forgiveness, and blessings throughout the pilgrimage.
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