What is Tahajjud?
Tahajjud is voluntary night prayer offered after sleeping, in the late part of the night.
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Tahajjud Prayer
A clear, practical guide to pray Tahajjud correctly and consistently, especially in the last ten nights of Ramadan.
When is the best time?
The last third of the night is the most virtuous time for dua and worship.
How many rakahs?
Pray what you can maintain with khushu. Quality and consistency are key.
A Beautiful Tahajjud Dua
رَبِّ اغْفِرْ لِي وَارْحَمْنِي وَاهْدِنِي وَارْزُقْنِي
Transliteration: Rabbi ighfir li warhamni wahdini warzuqni
Meaning: My Lord, forgive me, have mercy on me, guide me, and provide for me.
What Is Tahajjud?
Tahajjud is a voluntary night prayer that strengthens sincerity, humility, and closeness to Allah. It is among the most rewarding optional acts of worship.
In Ramadan, Tahajjud becomes even more valuable because it combines with fasting, Quran recitation, and the search for Laylat al-Qadr.
Best Time to Pray Tahajjud
The best time is the last third of the night, before Fajr. This is a special time for dua, repentance, and focused worship.
If waking late is difficult, pray a smaller portion earlier and build consistency over time.
How Many Rakahs?
There is flexibility. You can pray 2, 4, 6, 8, or more depending on your capacity. What matters most is calm recitation and sincere dua.
Avoid comparing numbers. A shorter prayer with deep presence can be more impactful than a long rushed one.
How to Pray Tahajjud Step by Step
- Sleep with intention to wake for prayer.
- Wake before Fajr, make wudu, and prepare a quiet space.
- Pray in units of two rakahs with calm recitation.
- Make long dua in sujood and after prayer.
- End with Witr if not already prayed.
Tahajjud in Ramadan and the Last Ten Nights
Tahajjud is one of the strongest worship anchors in the last ten nights. Pair it with Laylat al-Qadr dua and short Quran recitation blocks.
Even two sincere rakahs every night can transform your Ramadan if you maintain the habit consistently.
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FAQ
How do you pray Tahajjud?
Pray voluntary night prayer in sets of two rakahs after waking at night, then make dua and conclude with Witr if needed.
How many rakahs is Tahajjud?
There is no strict fixed number. Pray what you can sustain with focus and humility.
Can I pray Tahajjud without sleeping first?
That prayer is still qiyam al-layl and very rewarding. Tahajjud specifically is often described after sleep.
Is Tahajjud important in Ramadan?
Yes. It is especially valuable in Ramadan and the last ten nights.
What dua should I read in Tahajjud?
Use prophetic duas and also make personal sincere dua in any language.