What You Should Do in the First 10 Days
of Zulhijjah
Introduction
The first 10 days of Zulhijjah are among the most blessed and spiritually rewarding days in Islam. Allah سبحانه وتعالى has honored these days with immense virtues, and the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ described them as the best days for performing righteous deeds. These sacred days provide Muslims with a powerful opportunity to strengthen their connection with Allah through worship, repentance, charity, fasting, and remembrance.
Whether one is preparing for Hajj or observing these days from home, every Muslim can benefit from the countless blessings of Zulhijjah. The rewards for good deeds are multiplied, hearts become softer toward عبادات, and believers are encouraged to seek forgiveness and mercy from Allah. These days remind us of sacrifice, devotion, and complete submission to Allah, inspired by the story of Prophet Ibrahim عليه السلام.
Here are some important things every Muslim should try to do during the first 10 days of Zulhijjah.
1. Increase Your Prayers and Worship
One of the best ways to spend these blessed days is by increasing acts of worship. Perform your five daily prayers on time and try to offer extra voluntary prayers (Nafl). Spend more time making sincere du’a and asking Allah for guidance, forgiveness, and blessings in both this life and the Hereafter.
Night prayers (Tahajjud) during these days can bring immense peace and closeness to Allah. Even a few extra minutes in prayer can make a huge difference spiritually.
2. Fast During the First Nine Days
Fasting is highly recommended during the first nine days of Zulhijjah, especially on the Day of Arafah (9th Zulhijjah). The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said that fasting on the Day of Arafah expiates the sins of the previous year and the coming year.
Even if someone cannot fast all nine days, fasting on Arafah alone carries great rewards and blessings.
3. Recite More Qur’an
These blessed days are the perfect time to reconnect with the Qur’an. Set aside time daily for recitation, understanding, and reflection. Even reading a few pages with sincerity can bring immense rewards.
The Qur’an softens the heart, increases faith, and reminds believers of Allah’s mercy and guidance.
4. Make Constant Dhikr
Remembering Allah frequently is one of the most beloved acts during the days of Zulhijjah. Increase your recitation of:
- SubhanAllah
- Alhamdulillah
- Allahu Akbar
- La ilaha illallah
Takbeer should especially be recited abundantly during these days. Keeping the tongue busy with dhikr brings peace to the heart and earns countless rewards.
5. Give Charity and Help Others
Charity is greatly rewarded during these sacred days. Help those in need by giving sadaqah, feeding the poor, supporting families, or assisting someone in difficulty.
Even small acts of kindness — such as sharing food, helping a neighbor, or comforting someone — are beloved to Allah.
6. Seek Forgiveness and Repentance
The first 10 days of Zulhijjah are an excellent opportunity to sincerely repent for past sins. Ask Allah for forgiveness with a sincere heart and make the intention to improve yourself.
Allah loves those who turn back to Him in repentance, and these blessed days are filled with mercy and opportunities for spiritual renewal.
7. Perform Qurbani (Sacrifice)
For those who are financially able, offering Qurbani during Eid-ul-Adha is an important Sunnah connected to the sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim عليه السلام.
Qurbani teaches obedience, gratitude, and willingness to sacrifice for the sake of Allah. The meat is also shared with family, friends, and the needy, spreading joy and kindness.
8. Make Plenty of Du’a
Never underestimate the power of sincere du’a during these blessed days. Ask Allah for everything — forgiveness, guidance, success, peace, health, and Jannah.
The Day of Arafah in particular is one of the greatest days for making heartfelt supplications.
Conclusion
The first 10 days of Zulhijjah are a precious opportunity for every Muslim to increase in faith, worship, and good deeds. These are days filled with mercy, forgiveness, and immense rewards from Allah سبحانه وتعالى. Every prayer, every act of charity, every fast, and every moment spent remembering Allah carries special significance during this sacred time.
Instead of letting these days pass like ordinary days, we should strive to make the most of them through sincere worship, repentance, kindness, and gratitude. No matter how small the deed may seem, Allah can multiply its reward beyond imagination.
May Allah accept our prayers, fasting, charity, and good deeds during these blessed days of Zulhijjah. May He forgive our sins, ease our hardships, and grant us success in this world and the Hereafter. Ameen.
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