In Urdu, “Mitti Dene Ki Dua” means “Prayer for Giving Soil.” It is a prayer narrated to be recited when a Muslim is burying a deceased person. The burial of the dead is an important ritual in Islam; therefore, while conducting this, specific prayers and supplications are kept in coordination.
But, to explain the “Mitti Dene Ki Dua” comprehensively, let’s delve into its context, significance, and what the words of it literally mean.
Death in Islam through these rites of funerals is believed to be a transition to the next life. The first and foremost in the funeral rites is burial. Burial, after the corpse has been washed and shrouded, occurs when the body is basically lowered into the earth in a manner symbolizing the handover of the body back to the same earth and beginning of the soul’s journey into the hereafter.
The ‘Mitti Dene Ki Dua’ is recited as the body is laid in the grave and is covered with mud. That is a prayer to Allah to show mercy upon the deceased, to forgive him, and to indicate that worldly life is short.
Meaning of the Dua
Mitti Dene Ki Dua” is a short prayer reflecting the Islamic beliefs about life, death, and the hereafter. Let’s break down what it means:
Bismillah: “In the name of Allah.” This is the word used at the beginning of the prayer, which means “in the name of Allah,” relying on Him and seeking His blessings and guidance.
Wa ‘ala Millati Rasoolillah: This part of the prayer reaffirms giving all that they could in following the teachings and guidance of the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, and his example in things concerning one’s faith and practice.
Allahummaj’alhu lana faratan: “O Allah, make it a respite for us.” This supplication asks Allah to grant the dead person a period of rest and relief from the trials of the worldly life.
Wa laa taj’alhu ‘alayna wa’alaa deenina fitnatan – “And do not make it a cause for distress for us, nor a trial for our religion”: More than that, this part of the prayer is to Allah to save the servants from difficulties and problems that might come because of the deceased’s demised at a personal level and in terms of faith.
Waghfir lana walahu: “And forgive us and him”: It is a prayer to Allah for forgiveness for both the dead and the living, because human beings are accountable in matters of error; hence, one begs for mercy and forgiveness.
Wa-‘aafihi, wa-‘aafina ‘anhu: “And give him well-being and give us well-being through him”: The supplication requests Allah to grant the deceased well-being and security in the hereafter and to grant the living peace and comfort in relation to the loss.
Wa-ghfir lana wa lahu ya Rabbal-‘alamin – “And forgive us and him, O Lord of the worlds”: The prayer concludes with a reiteration, seeking forgiveness, this time the petitioner refers to Allah by the title “Lord of all creation” and implores of Him mercy and compassion on their behalf.
Spiritual Reflection:
The recitation of the “Mitti Dene Ki Dua” during the burial is a very somber moment for any Muslim. It always rings a bell in the ears that life on earth is short and everyone will, at the end of the day, die. The prayer implores upon Allah to bestow upon them forgiveness, mercy, and good health, together with the dead and living, but at the same time, places firm reliance on, and trust in, Allah in times of distress and sorrowful loss.
Conclusion:
“Mitti Dene Ki Dua” is the supplication read by Muslims over the burial of a deceased person. The supplication contains Islamic beliefs about death, life after death, and mercy from Allah. By its words, the believer asks for forgiveness, mercy, and protection from the wrath of God.d well-being for the deceased and themselves, while reaffirming their faith and trust in Allah’s wisdom and compassion.
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