When we say fatiha ki dua, we are talking about something that Muslims across the world recite every single day at least 17 times in their five daily prayers yet many people do not fully know its depth, its meaning, or the correct way to use it as a supplication during different occasions.
Surah Al-Fatiha is called the “Ummul Quran” (Mother of the Quran) and “Ummul Kitab” (Mother of the Book) because it contains the essence of the entire Quran: praise of Allah, acknowledgment of His sovereignty, and a sincere plea for guidance. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said:
“Whoever does not recite Al-Fatiha in his prayer, his prayer is invalid.” Sahih Bukhari, Hadith 756
This single Surah is simultaneously a prayer, a declaration of faith, and a conversation between the servant and his Lord. Understanding fatiha ki dua in its complete form what it means, when to read it, and how to present it properly on different occasions is something every Muslim deserves to know clearly and correctly.
Fatiha Ki Dua
This is the core of fatiha ki dua, exactly as it appears in the Quran al-Karim:
Arabic Text
بِسْمِ اللّٰهِ الرَّحْمٰنِ الرَّحِيْمِ
اَلْحَمْدُ لِلّٰهِ رَبِّ الْعٰلَمِيْنَ ۙ
اَلرَّحْمٰنِ الرَّحِيْمِ ۙ
مٰلِكِ يَوْمِ الدِّيْنِ ؕ
اِيَّاكَ نَعْبُدُ وَ اِيَّاكَ نَسْتَعِيْنُ ؕ
اِهْدِنَا الصِّرَاطَ الْمُسْتَقِيْمَ ۙ
صِرَاطَ الَّذِيْنَ اَنْعَمْتَ عَلَيْهِمْ ۙ غَيْرِ الْمَغْضُوْبِ عَلَيْهِمْ وَلَا الضَّاۤلِّيْنَ
Transliteration
Bismillāhir Rahmānir Rahīm
Al-hamdu lillāhi rabbil ‘ālamīn
Ar-Rahmānir Rahīm
Māliki yawmid-dīn
Iyyāka na’budu wa iyyāka nasta’īn
Ihdinaṣ-ṣirāṭal mustaqīm
Ṣirāṭal-ladhīna an’amta ‘alayhim ghayril-maghdūbi ‘alayhim wa lad-dāllīn
Fatiha Ki Dua in Hindi
Fatiha ki dua in Hindi पढ़ने वाले मुसलमान भाइयों के लिए यहाँ पूरी Surah Al-Fatiha का हिंदी अनुवाद प्रस्तुत है:
“अल्लाह के नाम से शुरू करता हूँ जो बहुत मेहरबान, निहायत रहम वाला है।”
“तमाम तारीफ़ें अल्लाह के लिए हैं जो सारे जहानों का परवरदिगार है।”
“जो बहुत मेहरबान, निहायत रहम करने वाला है।”
“जो रोज़े-क़यामत का मालिक है।”
“हम तेरी ही इबादत करते हैं और तुझी से मदद माँगते हैं।”
“हमें सीधी राह दिखा।”
“उन लोगों की राह जिन पर तूने इनाम किया। उन लोगों की राह नहीं जिन पर तेरा गज़ब हुआ और न उन लोगों की जो भटक गए।”
यह fatiha ki dua in hindi उर्दू और अरबी के साथ मिलकर पढ़ी जाए तो इसका असर और भी गहरा होता है।
Fatiha Ki Dua in English
“In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.”
“All praise and thanks are due to Allah, the Lord of all creation.”
“The Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.”
“The Only Owner of the Day of Recompense.”
“You alone we worship, and You alone we ask for help.”
“Guide us to the straight path.”
“The way of those on whom You have bestowed Your Grace not the way of those who earned Your anger, nor of those who went astray.”
This fatiha ki dua in english is often read at the end of gatherings, after meals for Esale Sawab, and during moments of personal supplication.
Fatiha Ki Dua in Urdu
“اللہ کے نام سے شروع کرتا ہوں جو بڑا مہربان، نہایت رحم والا ہے۔”
“سب تعریف اللہ ہی کے لیے ہے جو تمام جہانوں کا پالنے والا ہے۔”
“بڑا مہربان، نہایت رحم والا۔”
“روزِ جزا کا مالک۔”
“ہم تیری ہی عبادت کرتے ہیں اور تجھ ہی سے مدد مانگتے ہیں۔”
“ہمیں سیدھا راستہ دکھا۔”
“ان لوگوں کا راستہ جن پر تو نے انعام کیا – ان لوگوں کا نہیں جن پر غضب ہوا اور نہ ان کا جو بھٹک گئے۔”
فاتحہ کی دعا اردو میں اسلام کی بنیادی دعا ہے جو ہر مسلمان کو یاد ہونی چاہیے۔
Read Also: Janaze Ki Namaz Ki Dua
Kabristan Mein Fatiha Ki Dua
The Duaof Fatiha in the Kabristan is an important topic. When a Muslim goes to a Kabristan, the Sunnah procedure is as follows:
Step 1: Qabrastan Mein Daakhil Hone Ki Dua
Arabic: اَلسَّلَامُ عَلَيْكُمْ أَهْلَ الدِّيَارِ مِنَ الْمُؤْمِنِيْنَ وَالْمُسْلِمِيْنَ، وَإِنَّا إِنْ شَاءَ اللّٰهُ بِكُمْ لَاحِقُوْنَ، نَسْأَلُ اللّٰهَ لَنَا وَلَكُمُ الْعَافِيَةَ
Transliteration: “Assalāmu ‘alaykum ahlad-diyāri minal-mu’minīna wal-muslimīn, wa innā in shā’ Allāhu bikum lāhiqūn, nas’alullāha lanā wa lakumul-‘āfiyah.”
Meaning: “Peace be upon you, O people of the dwellings from the believers and the Muslims. We will, if Allah wills, join you. We ask Allah for well-being for us and for you.”
Step 2: Esale Sawab ke liye Surah Fatiha aur Ikhlas Parhen
Marhoom ki rooh tak sawab pohanchane ke liye Surah Fatiha (1 baar), Surah Ikhlas (3 baar) parhein, phir yeh dua mangein:
Arabic: اَللّٰهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لَهُ وَارْحَمْهُ وَعَافِهِ وَاعْفُ عَنْهُ، وَأَكْرِمْ نُزُلَهُ، وَوَسِّعْ مُدْخَلَهُ
Transliteration: “Allāhummagh-fir lahu warhamhu wa ‘āfihi wa’fu ‘anhu, wa akrim nuzulahu, wa wassi’ mudkhalahu.”
Meaning: “O Allah, forgive him, have mercy on him, keep him safe and pardon him; honor his entrance and widen his place of entry.”
Shab e Barat Ki Fatiha Ki Dua
Shab e barat ki fatiha ki dua refers to the supplications and Esale Sawab recitations performed on the 15th night of Sha’ban. The night is considered one of great forgiveness and mercy.
Dua for Forgiveness on Shab e Barat
Arabic: اَللّٰهُمَّ إِنَّكَ عَفُوٌّ كَرِيْمٌ تُحِبُّ الْعَفْوَ فَاعْفُ عَنِّي
Transliteration: “Allāhumma innaka ‘afuwwun karīmun tuhibbul-‘afwa fa’fu ‘annī.”
Meaning: “O Allah, You are All-Pardoning, Generous, and You love to pardon, so pardon me.”
Dua for the Deceased on Shab e Barat (Esale Sawab)
On this night, many Muslims read Surah Fatiha, Surah Ikhlas (3 or 11 times), and Surah Yasin once, then offer the following dua for deceased family members:
Arabic: اَللّٰهُمَّ بَلِّغْ ثَوَابَ مَا قَرَأْنَاهُ إِلٰى أَرْوَاحِ الْمُسْلِمِيْنَ وَالْمُؤْمِنِيْنَ
Transliteration: “Allāhumma balligh thawāba mā qara’nāhu ilā arwāhil-muslimīna wal-mu’minīn.”
Meaning: “O Allah, convey the reward of what we have recited to the souls of the Muslims and the believers.”
Muharram Ki Fatiha Ki Dua in Hindi: मुहर्रम में फातिहा की दुआ
Muharram ki fatiha ki dua in hindi जानना हर उस मुसलमान के लिए ज़रूरी है जो इस महीने अपने मरहूम बुज़ुर्गों के लिए ईसाले सवाब करना चाहता है।
मुहर्रम इस्लाम का पहला महीना है और इसमें 10 मुहर्रम (यौमे आशूरा) का बड़ा महत्व है।
Ashura Ka Roza Rakhne Ke Baad Ki Dua
Arabic: اَللّٰهُمَّ إِنَّكَ تَعْلَمُ مَا أَسْرَرْتُ وَمَا أَعْلَنْتُ فَاغْفِرْ لِيْ مَا أَخْطَأْتُ فِيْمَا مَضٰى وَمَا أَنَا فِيْهِ
Transliteration: “Allāhumma innaka ta’lamu mā asrartu wa mā a’lant, faghfir lī mā akhtā’tu fīmā madā wa mā anā fīh.”
Meaning: “O Allah, You know what I have hidden and what I have made public, so forgive me for what I have done wrong in the past and what I am doing now.”
Muharram Mein Marhoomin ke Liye Esale Sawab
मुहर्रम में भी Surah Fatiha और Surah Ikhlas पढ़ कर मरहूम की रूह को ईसाले सवाब किया जाता है। पढ़ने के बाद यह दुआ करें:
Arabic: اَللّٰهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لِلْمُؤْمِنِيْنَ وَالْمُؤْمِنَاتِ وَالْمُسْلِمِيْنَ وَالْمُسْلِمَاتِ الأَحْيَاءِ مِنْهُمْ وَالأَمْوَاتِ
Transliteration: “Allāhummaghfir lil-mu’minīna wal-mu’mināti wal-muslimīna wal-muslimāti al-ahyā’i minhum wal-amwāt.”
Meaning: “O Allah, forgive the believing men and believing women, and the Muslim men and Muslim women both the living and the dead.”
When Is Fatiha Ki Dua Read? – Occasions & Correct Method
| Occasion | What to Recite | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Salah (17+ times) | Surah Fatiha | Mandatory prayer |
| After someone passes away | Fatiha + Surah Ikhlas x3 | Esale Sawab |
| At the graveyard | Dua for deceased + Fatiha | Offering peace & mercy |
| Shab e Barat (15 Sha’ban) | Fatiha + Ikhlas + Istighfar | Seeking forgiveness for self & deceased |
| Muharram / Ashura | Fatiha + special duas | Esale Sawab & tawba |
| Before meals | Bismillah | Sunnah of the Prophet ﷺ |
| After completing Quran | Surah Fatiha as dua | Gratitude and acceptance |
| Nikah ceremony | Fatiha as barakat | Blessing the occasion |
The Spiritual Power of Surah Fatiha Ki Dua: Why Scholars Call It “Ash-Shifa”
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ referred to Surah Al-Fatiha as “Ash-Shifa” (the cure). In one well-known narration, a companion used Surah Al-Fatiha as a Ruqyah (spiritual healing) for a tribal leader who had been bitten by a scorpion, and he was cured. The Prophet ﷺ approved this and said:
“How did you know it was a Ruqyah?” Sahih Bukhari, Hadith 2276
This shows that surah fatiha ki dua is not merely a recitation of words it is a living, powerful conversation with Allah that carries healing, protection, and mercy in it.
The seven verses of Surah Fatiha correspond to:
- Verse 1: The Name of Allah – Tawassul through His attributes
- Verse 2: Praise – Hamd, the purest opening of any dua
- Verse 3: Mercy – Ar-Rahman, Ar-Raheem – two of His greatest names
- Verse 4: Sovereignty – Submission before the Owner of Judgment
- Verse 5: Declaration – “You alone we worship” – the greatest expression of Tawheed
- Verse 6: Request – “Guide us” – the most important dua a human can make
- Verse 7: Specificity – Asking for the path of the blessed, not the misguided
Allah (SWT) said in a Hadith Qudsi:
“I have divided the prayer between Myself and My servant into two halves, and My servant shall have what he has asked for.”
This means when you read fatiha ki dua, Allah Himself responds to each verse you recite.
Common Mistakes People Make When Reading Fatiha Ki Dua
1. Reading without understanding: Many people recite Surah Fatiha mechanically without knowing its meaning. Even knowing the basic translation transforms the quality of your dua.
2. Rushing through the verses: Each verse of fatiha ki dua deserves pause and presence. The Prophet ﷺ used to pause between each verse.
3. Adding unauthentic duas after Fatiha: Some cultural practices attach non-Quranic or unverified phrases to the Fatiha recitation. This should be avoided.
4. Incorrect pronunciation of key words: Words like “Ṣirāṭ”, “Maghdūbi”, and “Dāllīn” are commonly mispronounced. Learning proper Tajweed is strongly recommended.
5. Not saying “Ameen” at the end: The Prophet ﷺ said:
“When the Imam says ‘Ameen,’ say ‘Ameen,’ for whoever’s Ameen coincides with the angels’, his past sins will be forgiven.”
Conclusion: Every Dua Begins Here
Fatiha ki dua is not just the opening chapter of the Quran. It is the opening of every sincere heart that turns toward Allah. Whether you read it at a graveside, on Shab e Barat, in Muharram, or in the quiet moments of your daily salah, this surah is your direct line of conversation with the Creator.
The beauty of surah fatiha ki dua is that it covers everything a human being truly needs: gratitude, acknowledgment of Allah’s mercy, surrender to His sovereignty, a request for guidance, and protection from misguidance. In seven verses, it contains an entire worldview.
Make it your habit not just to recite it, but to live it. Let “Ihdinassiratal mustaqeem” Guide us to the straight path be a sincere request you make from the deepest part of your heart, every single time.
Because the one who asks with full presence of heart is never turned away.
? FAQs About Fatiha Ki Dua
Q: Can I read fatiha ki dua for a deceased person who was not Muslim?
A: Islamic scholars generally hold that Esale Sawab (sending reward) can only be done for Muslim deceased. Making general dua for Allah’s mercy for a non-Muslim is a matter of scholarly difference, with the majority view being that it is not permissible to seek forgiveness for a confirmed non-Muslim. Consult your local scholar for your specific situation.
Q: How many times should I read Surah Fatiha for Esale Sawab?
A: There is no fixed number established in authentic Hadith. Common practice is once, along with Surah Ikhlas three times. The intention (niyyah) matters more than the quantity.
Q: Is it correct to blow on food or water after reading fatiha ki dua?
A: Blowing on water or food after Ruqyah recitation (which includes Surah Fatiha) has precedent in authentic narrations (Sahih Bukhari, Hadith 5737). It is permissible as a form of Ruqyah shariyya.
Q: Can women read fatiha ki dua at the graveyard?
A: Visiting graves for women is a matter of scholarly difference. The Hanafi and Shafi’i majority permit it without disliked elements (wailing, etc.). If visiting, the duas for the deceased are the same for men and women.
Q: What is the difference between fatiha ki dua and general dua?
A: Surah Fatiha is a revealed supplication from Allah directly — it is a Quranic surah. General duas can be in any language and personal words. Fatiha ki dua in the ritual context refers specifically to the practice of reading this surah for Esale Sawab or as a blessing.
Q: Is it sunnah to read fatiha ki dua before eating?
A: Before eating, the Sunnah is to say “Bismillah”. Surah Fatiha is not specifically prescribed before meals, though general remembrance of Allah before any action is recommended.