There exist two categories of cleanliness and purification: the first pertains to the purification of one’s mind, while the second concerns the purification of one’s body. It is obligatory to perform Wudu before offering prayers. To enhance the effectiveness of your Wudu, you can recite certain supplications (Duas) that were used by the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him). These two supplications are likely already familiar to you. While reciting this Dua is not mandatory, it is recommended as it follows the tradition (sunnah) of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW).

The Dua before beginning wudu is just reciting bismillah along with having the right intention which is to perform the wudu for Allah.

Dua After Wudu

Ash-hadu ‘an laa ‘ilaaha ‘illallaahu wahdahu laa shareeka lahu wa ‘ash-hadu ‘anna Muhammadan ‘abduhu wa Rasooluhu.

Benefits and Why You Should Recite This Dua

Performing ablution or Wudhu is mandatory before offering any prayer, be it obligatory or sunnah. It serves as a means of self-purification, and reciting a specific dua after intending to perform Wudhu can help complete the ritual. While reciting this dua is not obligatory, it is a recommended practice to perfect your Wudhu.

Wudhu itself is an act of worship, and perfecting your ablution before prayers is one of the best deeds to enhance your prayers. By performing Wudhu correctly, you can alleviate concerns and worries about your prayer, such as whether you have performed the correct number of rakaah. The dua has several meanings that we, as humans, should acknowledge and recite throughout the day as a means of remembering Allah and His greatness. It involves bearing witness to Allah’s Oneness and that Prophet SAW is His Messenger. It also expresses our hope of being among the repentant and those who purify themselves and seeking forgiveness and repentance.