Dua #306•Mawquf Hasan (Albani). Ahkamul-Jana'iz, 160 Page

Prayer for a Child Who Passed Away (Janaza prayer)

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Hasan Basri (R), a well-known Tabi'i, would read Surah Fatiha at a child's janaza. Then he would make this dua:

#306

اَللَّهُمَّ اجْعَلْهُ لَنَا سَلَفًا وَّفَرَطًا وَّأَجْرًا

Transliteration

Allahum-maj'alhu lanaa salafan, wa faratan, wa 'ajran

Translation

O Allah, make him for us a precursor, a forerunner and a cause of reward.

Benefits & Virtues

In times of loss, this janaza prayer gives comfort. It asks Allah to turn the child into a reward and a reason for hope. Parents keep their faith strong even when hearts are broken.

Parents earn reward from Allah when they say this death prayer for their child.
The child becomes a way to get Barakah in akhirah through this deceased dua.
Muslims find hope and Amal when they lose someone they love, thanks to janaza dua.
This prayer for deceased soul in islam helps families stay firm in their Iman.
Trust in Allah's mercy and plan grows when muslims make this deceased dua.
When to Recite Death Dua

Common Questions

A: We say Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilayhi Raji'un. Then we ask Allah to forgive the dead person, be kind to them, make their grave big, and give them Jannah.

A: We don't say rest in peace. We say May Allah forgive them and grant them Jannah or we say Raheemullah. These are real prayers for forgiveness and Paradise.

A: Face Qibla and stand. Say four Takbirs. Read Surah Al-Fatiha. Send blessings on the Prophet. Make dua for the child. End with Salam. This is how Islam teaches us to pray for children.

A: Be patient. Trust Allah in hard times. Allah gives help and kindness to those who say Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilayhi Raji'un when they lose someone. This is in Quran 2, verses 155-156.

A: Tell them: May Allah make your child a path to forgiveness and Jannah. Pray for Allah to give them patience and kindness. Ask Allah to let them meet their child again in Jannah.