Chand Ki Dua holds great significance in Islam. It marks the beginning of various Islamic months. When Muslims around the world attempt to see the new moon, they recite specific supplications, known as “Chand Dekhne Ki Dua”. In the lunar phases of Islamic calendar, these applications are a beautiful reflection of importance. In this article, we will explore chand ki dua, its importance and its translation in different languages as well as historical context and spiritual blessings associated with it.
Chand Dekhne Ki Dua
Upon sighting the new moon, one dua is uttered known as “Moon Sighting Supplication”. This prayer has its origins in the time of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). In the beginning of new Islamic month or sighting a crescent moon, this dua is made. Additionally, in the beginning of new month, we also ask Allah for protection from calamities that will happen in that month.
Historical background
The source of moon gazing custom is Hijri calendar which is also called lunar calendar. However, for determining the start of each Islamic month, moon sighting is crucial, including the month of fast “Ramadan”. To establish the start of lunar month, sighting the crescent moon emphasized by Holy Prophet (peace be upon him).
Chand Dekhne Ki Dua in Arabic
Moon gazing dua in Arabic is as follows:
Chand Dekhne Ki Dua in English
Moon sighting dua in English is written below:
Chand Dekhne Ki Dua in Hindi
Following is Chand dekhne ki dua in Hindi:
Chand Dekhne Ki Dua in Urdu
The following mentioned is moon gazing dua in Urdu translation:
Naye Saal Ka Chand Dekhne Ki Dua
For the blessings ahead, it signifies gratitude and hope when it is recited at the beginning of new Islamic year. Chand dekh kar padhne ki dua is following:
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ الْعَفْوَ وَالْعَافِيَةَ فِي الدُّنْيَا وَالآخِرَةِ
Translation:
“O Allah, we ask You for forgiveness and well-being in this world and the hereafter.”
Muharram ka Chand Dekhne Ki Dua
The Islamic New Year, the first month, Muharram begins with new moon. Therefore, for a prosperous and peaceful year ahead, it is an expression of hope.
" اللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ، اللَّهُمَّ أَهِلَّهُ عَلَيْنَا بِالْأَمْنِ وَالْإِيمَانِ، وَالسَّلَامَةِ وَالْإِسْلَامِ، رَبِّي وَرَبُّكَ اللَّهُ"
Translation:
“O Allah, let this moon appear on us with security and faith, with safety and Islam. My Lord and your Lord is Allah.”
Safar Ka Chand Dekhne Ki Dua
Safar is the second sacred month after Muharram. Muslims seek protection during this month because it is considered a month with potential challenges. Naye chand ki dua of Safar month is as follows:
"أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْبَرَصِ، وَالْجُنُونِ، وَالْجُذَامِ، وَسَيِّئِ الأَسْقَامِ"
Translation:
“I seek refuge in You from leprosy, madness, infectious diseases, and evil sickness.”
Rabi ul Awal Ka Chand Dekhne Ki Dua
The third month of Islamic Calendar is “Rabi ul Awal”. This month has great significance because it is the month of our beloved Prophet (peace be upon him) birth. Rabi ul Awal ke chand ki dua is following:
بِسْمِ اللهِ الرَّحْمٰنِ الرَّحِيْمِ اللَّهُمَّ أَهِلَّهُ عَلَيْنَا بِالْيُمْنِ وَالإِيْمَانِ وَالسَّلاَمَةِ وَالإِسْلَامِ رَبِّي وَرَبُّكَ اللَّهُ، اللَّهُمَّ أَهِلَّهُ عَلَيْنَا بِالأَمْنِ وَالإِيْمَانِ وَالسَّلاَمَةِ وَالإِسْلَامِ رَبِّي وَرَبُّكَ اللَّهُ، اللَّهُمَّ أَهِلَّهُ عَلَيْنَا بِالأَمْنِ وَالإِيْمَانِ وَالسَّلاَمَةِ وَالإِسْلَامِ رَبِّي وَرَبُّكَ اللَّهُ.
Translation:
“In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. O Allah, let this moon rise upon us with blessings, faith, safety, and Islam. My Lord and your Lord is Allah. O Allah, let this moon rise upon us with security, faith, safety, and Islam. My Lord and your Lord is Allah. O Allah, let this moon rise upon us with security, faith, safety, and Islam. My Lord and your Lord is Allah.“
Rajab Ka Chand Dekhne Ki Dua
Although the month of Rajab is not directly linked with a specific celebration, has chand ki dua. It’s a moment to show more devotion. Rajab ke chand ki dua is as follows:
"اللهم بارك لنا في رجب وشعبان، وبلغنا رمضان."
Translation:
“O Allah, bless us in Rajab and Sha’ban, and allow us to reach Ramadan.”
Shaban Ka Chand Dekhne Ki Dua
Shaban is the eighth month of Islamic Calendar. It is also known as “month of Separation”. So, Shaban ke chand ki dua is as follows:
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ اللَّهُمَّ أَهِلَّهُ عَلَيْنَا بِالْيُمْنِ وَالْإِيمَانِ وَالسَّلَامَةِ وَالْإِسْلَامِ رَبِّي وَرَبُّكَ اللَّهُ رَبُّ الْعَالَمِينَ اللَّهُمَّ أَهِلَّهُ عَلَيْنَا بِالْأَمْنِ وَالْإِيمَانِ وَالسَّلَامَةِ وَالْإِسْلَامِ رَبِّي وَرَبُّكَ اللَّهُ رَبُّ الْعَالَمِينَ اللَّهُمَّ أَهِلَّهُ عَلَيْنَا بِالْأَمْنِ وَالْإِيمَانِ وَالسَّلَامَةِ وَالْإِسْلَامِ رَبِّي وَرَبُّكَ اللَّهُ رَبُّ الْعَالَمِينَ تَمَّمَتْ لَكُمْ صِيَامَكُمْ وَقَامَكُمْ قَبِلَ اللَّهُ مِنَّا وَمِنْكُمْ صَالِحَ الْأَعْمَالِ
Translation:
In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. O Allah, let this month pass over us with blessings, faith, safety, and Islam. My Lord and Your Lord is Allah, the Lord of all worlds. O Allah, grant us security, faith, safety, and Islam during this month. My Lord and Your Lord is Allah, the Lord of all worlds. O Allah, let this month pass over us with peace, faith, safety, and Islam. My Lord and Your Lord is Allah, the Lord of all worlds. Your fasting and standing in prayer have been accepted by Allah. May Allah accept us and our righteous deeds.
Ramzan Ka Chand Dekhne Ki Dua
The Holy and Sacred month also begins with the sighting of crescent moon. Ramzan ka chand Dekhne ke bad ki dua is recited for a heartfelt request as a blessed month. And the name of this dua is “Ramadan Chand Dua”. Ramzan ke chand ki dua is as follows:
اللَّهُمَّ أَهِلَّهُ عَلَيْنَا بِالْيُمْنِ وَالإِيمَانِ، وَالسَّلاَمَةِ وَالإِسْلَامِ، رَبِّي وَرَبُّكَ اللَّهُ
Translation:
“O Allah, let this moon appear on us with blessing, faith, safety, and Islam. My Lord and Your Lord is Allah.”
Zil hajj Ka Chand Dekhne Ki Dua
Zil hajj is the month of pilgrimage and holds special significance for Muslims. Therefore, for those embarking on their journey of pilgrimage, this dua seeks blessings for them. And it symbolizes the Hajj season.
“اللهم أهله علينا بالسعادة والعصمة والإسلام”
Translation:
“O Allah, let this moon appear to us with happiness, safety, and Islam.”
Eid a Chand Dekhne Ki Dua
In Islam, there are 2 Eid, one is Eid ul Fitr and another one is Eid ul Adha. Every year Muslims celebrate both of them. For further details on Eid ke chand ki dua read below:
Bakra Eid Ka Chand Dekhne Ki Dua
Eid ul Adha or Bakra Eid is also celebrated in the month of Zil hajj, 10th of Zil hajj. It has link with the last month of Islamic year. However, moon is only sight at the beginning of this month. And for Bakra Eid sighting the moon is not necessary. As a result, for that we can recite the same dua that we recited at the start of this month.
Eid ul Fitr ka Chand Dekhne Ki Dua
Eid ul Fitr comes after the month of Ramadan, and is a reward of Ramadan. So, Muslims celebrate it in all over the world. Furthermore, the start of Eid ul Fitr and the end of Ramadan is marked by new moon. It is a reflection of gratitude and celebration. Naye Chand Dekhne ki dua for this Eid is same as Eid ul Adha.
Significance
The Islamic calendar is a lunar calendar. In this calendar, months begin with the sighting of new moon. At the beginning of new month, when Muslims see new moon, they recite this dua. It is a way to express gratitude and seek Allah’s blessing for the new month. It is a request for guidance, blessing and goodness in the upcoming month. In the case of lunar cycle, this act is a part of Islamic custom. It reflects the relationship between natural elements and spirituality.
