Power of Patience, Tahajjud & Dua: A Reminder for the Weary Heart
Are you feeling tired, broken, or exhausted by the trials of life? Sometimes, all you need is a reminder of the spiritual tools that Allah has blessed you with — Patience (Sabr), Tahajjud (night prayer), and Dua (supplication).
These are not just rituals — they are lifelines to help you stay afloat when life pulls you under.
⭐ Tahajjud: Allah’s Exclusive Invitation
Tahajjud prayer is a special gift, not everyone is invited to it. If you wake up in the middle of the night and stand before your Lord while the world sleeps, consider yourself blessed and chosen.
“And from [part of] the night, pray with it as additional [worship] for you; it is expected that your Lord will resurrect you to a praised station.”
(Surah Al-Isra 17:79)
*“اور رات کے کچھ حصے میں تہجد پڑھا کرو، یہ تمہارے لیے زائد عبادت ہے، امید ہے کہ تمہارا رب تمہیں مقام محمود پر فائز کرے گا۔”
🔗 Read more on How to Pray Tahajjud (Hidayah Quran)
Tahajjud is more than a prayer. It is Allah’s invitation, a meeting with Him in complete privacy, a time when duas are not rejected.
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said:
“Our Lord descends to the lowest heaven in the last third of every night, and He says: ‘Who is calling upon Me so that I may answer him? Who is asking Me so that I may give him?’”
(Sahih al-Bukhari 1145)
💫 Yes, Destiny is Written — But Dua Can Change It
Many believe everything is already written, so why bother? But Islam teaches that duas (supplications) are so powerful that they can alter Qadr (destiny).
The Prophet ﷺ said:
“Nothing can change the Divine decree except du’a.”
(Sunan al-Tirmidhi 2139)
Even if your path is pre-written, some pages are left blank — waiting for your du’as to fill them.
🤍 Sadness That Brings You to Sujood is a Blessing
Do not see your pain as a curse. Often, it is the sadness that pulls you to your prayer mat, the tears that wash your sins, and the heartbreak that reconnects you to Allah.
“Indeed, with hardship comes ease.”
(Surah Ash-Sharh 94:6)
*“یقیناً ہر مشکل کے ساتھ آسانی ہے۔”
You may not realize it now, but your broken moments in sujood are the most beautiful chapters of your story. Happiness that distances you from Allah is far more dangerous than sadness that brings you closer to Him.
🕊️ Dua is a Gift, Not a Burden
When you feel like asking Allah again and again for the same thing, don’t stop. It means He wants to give you that. Your longing is a sign that your dua is on its way.
“Call upon Me; I will respond to you.”
(Surah Ghafir 40:60)
*“مجھ سے دعا مانگو، میں قبول کروں گا۔”
Don’t think of prayer as an obligation. It’s a direct link to the Creator — an opportunity to ask the King of the Universe for anything you want.
🔗 Related: Powerful Duas for Every Need
🌱 Patience is the Key to Every Locked Door
No matter what you’re going through — heartbreak, failure, rejection — patience is your strongest weapon.
“Indeed, Allah is with those who are patient.”
(Surah Al-Baqarah 2:153)
*“بیشک اللہ صبر کرنے والوں کے ساتھ ہے۔”
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said:
“Whoever remains patient, Allah will make him patient. Nobody can be given a blessing better and greater than patience.”
(Sahih al-Bukhari 1469)
🌌 Keep the Faith — Your Reward is On the Way
It’s okay to feel tired. It’s okay to cry. But never let go of hope. Every prayer you make, every tear you shed, every night you wake up for Tahajjud — is counted by Allah.
“So be patient. Indeed, the promise of Allah is truth.”
(Surah Ar-Rum 30:60)
*“پس صبر کرو، بیشک اللہ کا وعدہ سچا ہے۔”
This is not the end of your story — it’s just a tough chapter. And chapters end.
🛐 What You Can Do Now: A Spiritual Checklist
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Pray Tahajjud (even if just 2 rakah)
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Make Dua — without hesitation, ask big
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Practice Patience in every test
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Read Quran — even one verse can give peace
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Listen to Islamic reminders or podcasts
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Keep a journal to write your prayers and feelings
🔗 Also read: Why Consistency in Prayer Matters
❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is Tahajjud and how do I pray it?
Tahajjud is a voluntary night prayer performed after Isha and before Fajr. It’s prayed in sets of 2 rakats, with no fixed number. Even praying 2 rakats sincerely with dua is powerful. The best time is the last third of the night.
🔗 Read full guide on Tahajjud Prayer
2. Can Tahajjud change destiny?
Yes. The Prophet ﷺ said:
“Nothing changes destiny except dua.” (Tirmidhi 2139).
Tahajjud is the best time to make powerful duas and ask Allah for anything — even things that seem impossible.
3. What is the best time to make Dua?
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Last third of the night (during Tahajjud)
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Between Adhan and Iqamah
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While fasting, especially before Iftar
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In Sujood (prostration)
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On Fridays (especially the last hour before Maghrib)
4. Why doesn’t Allah answer my Dua immediately?
Allah answers in three ways:
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Yes (immediately or soon)
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Yes, but later (because He knows when it’s best)
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No, because something better is planned
He knows what you need more than you do. Keep praying with faith.
5. Is crying during Dua a sign of acceptance?
Yes, crying in dua is a sign of sincerity and a soft heart. The Prophet ﷺ praised those who weep in prayer out of humility and fear of Allah.
“Two eyes will never be touched by the fire: an eye that weeps out of fear of Allah…” (Tirmidhi 1639)
6. What are the signs Allah is accepting my Dua?
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You feel inner peace after making dua
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You wake up for Tahajjud without alarm
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You see small progress in what you’re asking for
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Allah removes obstacles you didn’t even notice
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Your heart becomes more patient and strong
7. What to recite during Tahajjud?
You can recite any Surahs from the Quran. Common ones include:
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Surah Al-Muzzammil
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Surah Al-Fatiha + Surah Al-Ikhlas / Al-Falaq / An-Naas
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After prayer, recite duas in your own language or Quranic supplications.
8. Can I pray Tahajjud without sleeping?
According to many scholars, it’s best to sleep for a while and then wake up to pray. But if you stay awake till late and pray before Fajr, it’s still accepted and valid as Qiyam-ul-Lail.
9. Can women pray Tahajjud during menstruation?
Women in their menstrual period cannot pray, but they can still make dua, cry to Allah, read Duas, and engage in dhikr. Allah will still listen to their heartfelt prayers even during that time.
10. How do I increase patience during tests in life?
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Remind yourself of Allah’s promise:
“Indeed, Allah is with those who are patient.” (2:153)
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Pray regularly (especially Tahajjud)
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Make dhikr and read Surah Yusuf or Surah Al-Kahf
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Trust Allah’s timing and reward
🔗 Read: 5 Common Mistakes in Salah and How to Fix Them
11. Which Surahs or Duas help with depression or sadness?
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Surah Duha (93)
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Surah Inshirah (94)
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Surah Yusuf (12)
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Ayat al-Kursi (2:255)
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Duas of the Prophets:
“La ilaha illa Anta, Subhanaka inni kuntu minaz-zalimeen” (21:87)
🔗 Read: Quran Verses to Heal a Broken Heart
12. How many rakats is Tahajjud?
There is no fixed number. The Prophet ﷺ used to pray 8 rakats and 3 witr, but even 2 rakats with sincerity and dua are accepted.
13. What are some powerful Duas to get what I want?
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Rabbana atina fid-dunya hasanah (2:201)
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Hasbunallahu wa ni’mal wakeel (3:173)
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Allahumma inni as’aluka khayra haadha al-amr
You can also ask in your own language — Allah understands all.
🔗 Read: Powerful Duas to Get What You Want
Conclusion: You Are Stronger Than You Know
You were not created weak. Allah designed you with strength, resilience, and the ability to rise again. If you’re praying Tahajjud, if you’re crying in sujood, if you’re still making dua — you are already a winner.
Every hardship will pass, and every unanswered prayer will bloom at the right time. Until then, be patient, keep praying, and trust your Rabb — He never forgets His servant.
“And whoever relies upon Allah – then He is sufficient for him.”
(Surah At-Talaq 65:3)
*“جو اللہ پر بھروسہ کرتا ہے، وہی اس کے لیے کافی ہے۔”