Can you make dua in your own language?

Outside the formal prayer, dua can be made in one's own language. Sincerity, humility, trust and permissible content matter.

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Short answer

Outside the formal prayer, dua can be made in one's own language. Sincerity, humility, trust and permissible content matter.

Source pointers

Quran 2:186 speaks of Allah's nearness to those who call upon Him. Quran 40:60 calls people to supplicate.

Context

There are transmitted duas from Quran and Sunnah, but personal words are also valuable. Inside formal salah, details differ by school.

Practical summary

Begin by praising Allah, send salawat, ask clearly for what is halal, and trust that Allah responds in the best way.

Common questions

Can you make dua in your own language?

Outside the formal prayer, dua can be made in one's own language. Sincerity, humility, trust and permissible content matter.

Source pointers

Quran 2:186 speaks of Allah's nearness to those who call upon Him. Quran 40:60 calls people to supplicate.

Context

There are transmitted duas from Quran and Sunnah, but personal words are also valuable. Inside formal salah, details differ by school.

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