The Dua Following Wudu
The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said:
"Whoever performs wudu thoroughly and recites this supplication, the eight gates of Paradise will be opened for him, and he may enter through any of them he chooses:"
In Arabic:
أَشْهَدُ أَنْ لاَ إِلَهَ إِلاَّ اللَّهُ وَحْدَهُ لاَ شَرِيكَ لَهُ وَأَشْهَدُ أَنَّ مُحَمَّدًا عَبْدُهُ وَرَسُولُهُ
Transliteration:
Ash-hadu al lā ilaha illallāhu wahdahū lā sharīka lahū, wa ash-hadu anna Muhammadan ‘abduhū wa rasūluh.
Translation:
"I bear witness that there is no god worthy of worship except Allah, Alone without any partner, and I bear witness that Muhammad (peace be upon him) is His servant and Messenger."
(Sahih Muslim 234)
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An Additional Supplication to Enhance the Dua
You can also include this additional prayer after wudu:
In Arabic:
اللَّهُمَّ اجْعَلْنِي مِنَ التَّوَّابِينَ وَاجْعَلْنِي مِنَ الْمُتَطَهِّرِينَ
Transliteration:
Allāhummaj ‘alnī minat tawwābīna, waj’alnī minal mutatahhirīn.
Translation:
"O Allah, make me among those who constantly repent and those who purify themselves."
(Jami` at-Tirmidhi 55)
The Reward and Wisdom Behind This Practice
Reciting these duas after completing wudu not only opens the doors of Jannah but also reinforces the significance of spiritual purity and repentance in a Muslim’s daily life. By integrating this practice into our routine, we fulfill a sunnah of the Prophet (peace be upon him) and elevate our acts of worship. Let this be a step toward strengthening your connection with Allah.