What is the Third Ashra of Ramadan?
The third Ashra of Ramadan consists of the last ten days (21st–30th Ramadan) and is known as Ashra-e-Nijat (the Ashra of Salvation from Hellfire). These final days of Ramadan hold immense significance as they include Laylatul Qadr (the Night of Power), which is better than a thousand months. Muslims dedicate themselves to worship, intense supplications, and seeking protection from Hellfire.
The Special Supplication in the Last 10 Days of Ramadan
During the final Ashra, believers engage in Tafakkur (deep reflection), I’tikaf (spiritual retreat), and increased prayers for forgiveness and salvation. Reciting the dua of the third Ashra is a way to seek refuge from Hellfire and secure Allah’s mercy.
In Arabic
اَللَّهُمَّ أَجِرْنَا مِنَ النَّارِ
In Roman English
Allahumma Ajirni minan naar
Translation
“O Allah! Save me from the Hell – Fire.”
When to Recite the Third Ashra Dua?
- During the last ten nights of Ramadan, especially on Laylatul Qadr
- After every Salah (prayer)
- During Tahajjud (night prayers)
- In personal supplications (Dua) before Iftar and Suhoor
One of the most powerful nights of Ramadan, Laylatul Qadr, falls within this Ashra. It is a night of immense blessings where sins are forgiven, and destinies are rewritten. Seeking forgiveness (Maghfirah) and praying for salvation from Hellfire during this night brings immense rewards.
