# Duas for Forgiveness: Seeking Allah's Pardon

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Seeking forgiveness is a vital part of a believer's relationship with Allah. These duas for forgiveness offer a way to repent and seek Allah's pardon. Whether it's through the heartfelt words of Imam Zayn al-Abidin (a) or the supplications from the Qur'an, these prayers guide us in asking for mercy and forgiveness. Recite them with sincerity, and turn back to Allah with a repentant heart.

## 1. Dua Kumayl

اَللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْألُكَ بِرَحْمَتِكَ الَّتِي وَسِعَتْ كُلَّ شَيٍْء

*O Allah, I ask You by Your mercy, which embraces all things;*

Dua Kumayl, advised by Imam Ali (a) to Kumayl Ibn Ziyad, is recited on Thursday nights or during Rajab. It seeks protection from evils and plots.

Read it: [Dua Kumayl](https://duasonline.org/dua/dua-kumayl.md)

## 2. Sahifa Sajjadiyya 31: For Repentance (Tawba)

أَللَّهُمَّ يَا مَنْ لا يَصِفُهُ نَعْتُ الْوَاصِفِينَ ،

*O God, O He Whom the description of the describers does not encompass,*

This dua from Imam Zayn al-Abidin (a) focuses on repentance. It is a heartfelt plea for Allah's forgiveness and a return to His path.

Read it: [Sahifa Sajjadiyya 31: For Repentance (Tawba)](https://duasonline.org/dua/sahifa-sajjadiya-dua-31.md)

## 3. Sahifa Sajjadiyya 12: Confession and Seeking Repentance

اَللَّهُمَّ إِنَّهُ يَحْجُبُنِي عَنْ مَسْأَلَتِكَ خِلَالٌ ثَلَاثٌ

*O Allah, three things hold me back from asking You.*

In this supplication, Imam Zayn al-Abidin (a) confesses and seeks repentance. It is a personal appeal to Allah for forgiveness.

Read it: [Sahifa Sajjadiyya 12: His Supplication in Confession and in Seeking Repentance Toward God](https://duasonline.org/dua/sahifa-sajjadiya-dua-12.md)

## 4. Sahifa Sajjadiyya 16: Release From Sins and Pardon

أللَّهُمَّ يَا مَنْ بِرَحْمَتِهِ يَسْتَغِيثُ الْمُذْنِبُونَ،

*1.O God, O He through whose Mercy sinners seek aid!*

This supplication by Imam Zayn al-Abidin (a) asks for release from sins and seeks Allah's pardon. It is a plea for divine mercy.

Read it: [Sahifa Sajjadiyya 16: In Asking Release From Sins and Seeking Pardon](https://duasonline.org/dua/sahifa-sajjadiya-dua-16.md)

## 5. Sahifa Sajjadiyya 38: In Asking Pardon

أَللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعْتَذِرُ إِلَيْكَ

*O Allah, I apologize to You*

Imam Zayn al-Abidin (a) offers this dua to ask for pardon. It is a sincere apology to Allah for past transgressions.

Read it: [Sahifa Sajjadiyya 38: In Asking Pardon](https://duasonline.org/dua/sahifa-sajjadiya-dua-38.md)

## 6. Sahifa Sajjadiyya 39: Asking Pardon and Mercy

أَللَّهُمَّ صَلِّ عَلَى مُحَمَّدٍ وَآلِهِ

*O Allah, send blessings upon Muhammad and his family*

This dua by Imam Zayn al-Abidin (a) seeks both pardon and mercy from Allah. It is a comprehensive supplication for forgiveness.

Read it: [Sahifa Sajjadiyya 39: Asking Pardon and Mercy](https://duasonline.org/dua/sahifa-sajjadiya-dua-39.md)

## 7. Sahifa Sajjadiyya 9: Yearning to Ask Forgiveness

أَللَّهُمَّ صَلِّ عَلَى مُحَمَّدٍ وَآلِهِ

*O Allah, send blessings upon Muhammad and his family*

In this supplication, Imam Zayn al-Abidin (a) expresses a deep yearning to seek Allah's forgiveness. It reflects a sincere desire for divine mercy.

Read it: [Sahifa Sajjadiyya 9: In Yearning to Ask Forgiveness From God](https://duasonline.org/dua/sahifa-sajjadiya-dua-9.md)

## 8. Rabbana Duas: Surah al-A'raf 7:23

رَبَّنَا ظَلَمْنَآ أَنفُسَنَا وَإِن لَّمْ تَغْفِرْ لَنَا وَتَرْحَمْنَا لَنَكُونَنَّ مِنَ ٱلْخَٰسِرِينَ

*Our Lord, we have wronged ourselves! If You do not forgive us and have mercy upon us, we will surely be among the losers.*

This Rabbana dua, recited by Prophet Adam (a) and Hawwa, is a plea for forgiveness after their transgression. It is a reminder of human fallibility and the need for Allah's mercy.

Read it: [The Rabbana Duas](https://duasonline.org/dua/rabbana-duas.md)

## 9. Rabbana Duas: Surah Al 'Imran 3:16

رَبَّنَآ إِنَّنَآ ءَامَنَّا فَٱغْفِرْ لَنَا ذُنُوبَنَا وَقِنَا عَذَابَ ٱلنَّارِ

*Our Lord! Indeed, we have faith. So forgive us our sins, and save us from the punishment of the Fire.*

This Rabbana dua is a request for forgiveness and protection from the Fire, recited by the God-fearing. It emphasizes faith and the hope for divine pardon.

Read it: [The Rabbana Duas](https://duasonline.org/dua/rabbana-duas.md)

## Questions

**What is Dua Kumayl?**

Dua Kumayl is a supplication advised by Imam Ali (a) to Kumayl Ibn Ziyad, recited on Thursday nights or during Rajab for protection from evils.

**What is the focus of Sahifa Sajjadiyya 31?**

Sahifa Sajjadiyya 31 is focused on repentance, offering a heartfelt plea for Allah's forgiveness and guidance back to His path.

**Who recited the Rabbana Dua in Surah al-A'raf 7:23?**

The Rabbana Dua in Surah al-A'raf 7:23 was recited by Prophet Adam (a) and Hawwa after they ate from the tree, seeking forgiveness from Allah.