Dua for Rain in English with Meaning PDF

Rain is a vital blessing from Allah, essential for sustaining life on Earth. Dua for rain is recited to invoke Allah’s mercy and ask for rain, especially during times of drought or insufficient rainfall. Here is a list of duas for rain and thunder in English

These Duas not only reflect the deep spiritual connection between humans and their Creator but also emphasize the importance of turning to Allah in times of need. By reciting a Dua for rain, Muslims express their faith, gratitude, and reliance on Allah’s infinite wisdom and mercy.

Dua for Rain in English

اَللّٰهُمَّ صَيِّبًا نَافِعًا

Allahumma sayyiban nafi‘an

O Allah, (make it) a beneficial downpour.

(Bukhari).

Dua for when you hear the THUNDER

سُبْـحانَ الّذي يُسَبِّـحُ الـرَّعْدُ بِحَمْـدِهِ، وَالملائِكـةُ مِنْ خيـفَته

Subḥāna ‘l-ladhī yusabbiḥur-ra`du bi ḥamdihi  wa ‘l-malā’ikatu min khīfatih. 

Glory is to Him Whom thunder and angels glorify due to fear of Him.

Hisn al-Muslim 168

When it Thunders

اَللّٰهُمَّ لَا تَقْتُلْنَا بِغَضَبِكَ وَلَا تُهْلِكْنَا بِعَذَابِكَ وَعَافِنَا قَبْلَ ذٰلِكَ

Allahumma la taqtulna bi ghadhabik wa la tuhlikna bi ‘adhabik, wa ‘afina qabla dhalik

Translation: O Allah! do not kill us through your anger, and do not destroy us through your punishment. Save us before your punishment. (Tirmidhi)

Sahih al-Tirmizi (3450) Imam al-Tirmizi group this hadith as gharib and it is not known except for this narration only

After it rains

مُطِرْنا بِفَضْلِ اللهِ وَرَحْمَتِه

Mutirna bi fadlillahi wa rahmatihi

Translation: It has rained through the grace and mercy of Allah.

We have been given rain by the grace and mercy of Allah. 

Hisn al-Muslim 173

Rainfall is a mercy which Allah has

created therefore use it as a blessing.

What Sunnah Says About Rain?

1. When it starts to rain:

   – Say, “اللهم صيباً نافعاً” (“O Allah, let it be beneficial rain”).

2. While it’s raining:

   – Make du’a, as it’s a time when prayers are answered.

3. After the rain

   – Say, “مُطرنا بفضل الله ورحمته”

(“We have been given rain by the grace and mercy of Allah”).

These Sunnahs will help you embrace the blessings of rain.

Hadith About Dua for Rain

Narrated Aisha:

Whenever Allah’s Messenger (ﷺ) saw the rain, he used to say, “O Allah! Let it be a strong fruitful rain.”

Sahih al-Bukhari 1032

Whenever Abdullah bin Zubair (RA) would hear thunder, he would abandon all conversation and say this supplication. See Al-Muwatta’ 2/992. It was graded authentic by Al-Albani as a statement of Abdullah bin Zubayr only.

What does Allah say about rain in the Quran? Benefits of rain

• In Islam, rain is seen as a blessing from Allah with many benefits:
• Allah’s Mercy: Rain shows Allah’s kindness, bringing life and water to the earth.
• Answered Prayers: It’s believed that prayers made during rain are more likely to be accepted.
• Purification: Rainwater is considered pure and can cleanse the earth and our souls.
• Life to the Earth: Rain helps plants grow, providing food and water for living things.
• A reminder of Allah’s Power: Rain reminds us that Allah is in control of everything, making us grateful for His blessings.
• Rain is both a physical and spiritual gift in Islam, showing Allah’s care for His creation.

Questions 

What does the Quran say about the rain?

Surah An-Nahl – 65

وَٱللَّهُ أَنزَلَ مِنَ ٱلسَّمَآءِ مَآءًۭ فَأَحْيَا بِهِ ٱلْأَرْضَ بَعْدَ مَوْتِهَآ ۚ إِنَّ فِى ذَٰلِكَ لَـَٔايَةًۭ لِّقَوْمٍۢ يَسْمَعُونَ “And Allah sends down rain from the sky, giving life to the earth after its death. Surely in this is a sign for those who listen”.

What is Sunnah about rain?

The Sunnah of exposing oneself to the rain can be obtained by unveiling any portion of one’s body no matter how small the portion may be like one’s head or arms. One should not expose one’s Awrah.

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