Mushna Dua Library
Zakariyya’s Prayer for Righteous Offspring
Zakariyya’s Prayer for Righteous Offspring
Transliteration
Rabbi la tadharni fardan wa anta khayrul-warithin
Translation
My Lord, do not leave me alone, while You are the best of inheritors.
Understand the dua
Background & benefit
This verse records Prophet Zakariyya’s heartfelt call when he was elderly and childless, asking not to be left alone and acknowledging that Allah is the Best of inheritors. Surrounded by the mihrab of worship, Zakariyya sees Maryam’s miraculous provision and turns to Allah for a child who will carry on prophetic service. His words show both longing and trust even when means seem closed.
It is a gentle way for those longing for children—or righteous successors in general—to express their needs to Allah while remembering that He ultimately owns everything.
family dua
Source & authenticity
Source: Quran
Reference: Al-Anbiya’ 21:89
Authenticity: Quranic
Qur’anic supplication from al-Anbiyāʾ (21:89). It expresses longing for righteous continuation and trust that Allah is the Best of inheritors, while keeping hope open for every form of good legacy.