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    Dua-e-Qunut (Witr Prayer Supplication)

    A special supplication recited in the last rak'ah of Witr prayer.

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    اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَسْتَعِينُكَ وَنَسْتَغْفِرُكَ وَنُؤْمِنُ بِكَ وَنَتَوَكَّلُ عَلَيْكَ وَنُثْنِي عَلَيْكَ الْخَيْرَ وَنَشْكُرُكَ وَلَا نَكْفُرُكَ وَنَخْلَعُ وَنَتْرُكُ مَنْ يَفْجُرُكَ
    Allahumma inna nasta'eenuka wa nastaghfiruka wa nu'minu bika wa natawakkalu 'alayka wa nuthni 'alaykal khayra wa nashkuruka wa la nakfuruka wa nakhla'u wa natruku man yafjuruk
    O Allah, we seek Your help, we seek Your forgiveness, we believe in You, we rely upon You, we praise You with all good, we thank You, we are not ungrateful to You, and we forsake and turn away from whoever disobeys You.

    What Is Dua-e-Qunut?

    Dua-e-Qunut is a special supplication recited standing in the last rak'ah of the Witr prayer, typically performed after the night prayer (Isha) or in the last part of the night. It is recited after Ruku (or before Ruku in some traditions), with hands raised.

    What Does It Express?

    The dua is a comprehensive expression of reliance on Allah — seeking help, forgiveness, affirming belief and trust, offering gratitude, and disowning disobedience — making it a fitting way to close the night's worship.

    Is It Obligatory?

    The ruling on Qunut in Witr varies between schools of Islamic jurisprudence — some consider it a regular Sunnah in every Witr prayer, while others recite it mainly during Ramadan or in specific circumstances. Practices may vary by region and school of thought.