Day of Ashura
Surah Al-Ikhlas 1000 Times
A recitation practice mentioned for the Day of Ashura.
Practice
Recite Surah Al-Ikhlas (Qul Huwa Allahu Ahad) one thousand (1000) times on the Day of Ashura.
Surah Al-Ikhlas
قُلْ هُوَ اللَّهُ أَحَدٌ
اللَّهُ الصَّمَدُ
لَمْ يَلِدْ وَلَمْ يُولَدْ
وَلَمْ يَكُن لَّهُ كُفُوًا أَحَدٌ
Report Attributed to Sayyiduna Ali (ra)
It is reported from Sayyiduna Ali (ra) that whoever recites Surah Al-Ikhlas one thousand times on the Day of Ashura will receive Allah's merciful gaze and special care.
Benefits of Surah Al-Ikhlas
- Affirms the absolute Oneness of Allah.
- Strengthens tawhid and sincerity.
- Among the most beloved chapters of the Qur'an.
- Easy to recite and memorize.
- A powerful means of drawing closer to Allah.
Reflection
The Day of Ashura is a day of remembrance, gratitude, fasting, and worship. Repeated recitation of Surah Al-Ikhlas renews one's faith in the Oneness and Majesty of Allah.