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'''Du’a''' is a prayer of supplication or request. In contrast to the prescribed rituals of Islam, such as the daily prayers, the ''du’a'' is generally a spontaneous, unstructured | '''Du’a''' is a prayer of supplication or request. In contrast to the prescribed rituals of Islam, such as the daily prayers, the ''du’a'' is generally a spontaneous, unstructured conversation with God. There are, however, prescribed supplications or ''du’a ma’thur'' that are considered particularly propitious because of their scriptural origins. | ||
Whereas form is essential for the performance of the prescribed rituals, consciousness is central to ''du’a.'' And whereas every ''du’a'' is a form of prayer, only a prayer performed conscientiously becomes a ''du’a.'' The ''du’a'' is the very essence of worship because it venerates God, celebrates His sublime attributes, and puts trust in Him. A ''du’a'' is considered most auspicious when framed broadly to seek protection from evil, solicit the good of this world, and salvation in the afterlife. | Whereas form is essential for the performance of the prescribed rituals, consciousness is central to ''du’a.'' And whereas every ''du’a'' is a form of prayer, only a prayer performed conscientiously becomes a ''du’a.'' The ''du’a'' is the very essence of worship because it venerates God, celebrates His sublime attributes, and puts trust in Him. A ''du’a'' is considered most auspicious when framed broadly to seek protection from evil, solicit the good of this world, and salvation in the afterlife. | ||