Recommended Deeds for the Ten Best Days
of the Year!
Make the Most of the Blessed First Ten Days of Dhul Hijjah
The first ten days of Dhul Hijjah are among the most sacred and rewarding days in the Islamic calendar. These are the days in which Allah grants countless opportunities for His servants to earn immense rewards, seek forgiveness, and draw closer to Him through worship and righteous deeds.
Whether you are performing Hajj or staying at home, these blessed days are a precious chance to strengthen your relationship with Allah and prepare for the Hereafter.
In this blog, we explore the significance of these ten days and the recommended deeds every Muslim should strive to perform.
The Virtue of the First Ten Days of Dhul Hijjah
Allah سبحانه وتعالى swears by these days in the Qur'an:
"By the dawn; and by the ten nights."
(Surah Al-Fajr 89:1–2)
Many scholars explain that these "ten nights" refer to the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah.
The Prophet ﷺ also said:
"There are no days in which righteous deeds are more beloved to Allah than these ten days."
(Sahih al-Bukhari)
This hadith highlights that every act of worship performed during these days carries exceptional virtue.
Recommended Deeds During the First Ten Days of Dhul Hijjah
1. Increase Your Prayers
Guard your five daily prayers and perform them on time. Add voluntary (nafl) prayers, especially:
- Tahajjud
- Duha Prayer
- Sunnah prayers before and after the obligatory prayers
Prayer is one of the greatest means of drawing near to Allah.
2. Fast During These Blessed Days
Fasting is highly recommended during the first nine days, especially on the Day of Arafah (9th Dhul Hijjah) for those who are not performing Hajj.
The Prophet ﷺ said:
"Fasting the Day of Arafah expiates the sins of the previous year and the coming year."
(Sahih Muslim)
Even fasting a few of these days earns tremendous reward.
3. Increase in Dhikr (Remembrance of Allah)
These days are perfect for keeping your tongue busy with the remembrance of Allah.
Frequently recite:
- SubhanAllah
- Alhamdulillah
- Allahu Akbar
- La ilaha illallah
- Astaghfirullah
The Prophet ﷺ encouraged Muslims to increase the recitation of:
- Takbeer
- Tahmeed
- Tahleel
throughout these blessed days.
4. Recite the Qur'an Daily
Spend time every day reading and reflecting upon the Qur'an.
Even a few pages with understanding can transform your heart and bring immense blessings.
Set a personal goal such as:
- One Juz each day
- One Surah after every prayer
- Daily reflection on selected verses
5. Make Plenty of Dua
These are days when supplications are especially valuable.
Ask Allah for:
- Forgiveness
- Guidance
- Good health
- Halal sustenance
- Acceptance of your deeds
- Jannah
- Protection from the Hellfire
Also remember your family, friends, and the entire Ummah in your duas.
6. Give Charity Generously
Every act of charity carries multiplied rewards during these blessed days.
You may:
- Help someone in need
- Feed the poor
- Sponsor an orphan
- Donate to Islamic causes
- Support your local mosque
Even a small charity given sincerely is beloved to Allah.
7. Perform Qurbani (Udhiyah)
For those who are financially able, offering Qurbani on Eid al-Adha is a highly emphasized Sunnah.
It commemorates the obedience of Prophet Ibrahim (AS), who was willing to sacrifice what he loved most for the sake of Allah.
The meat is distributed among:
- Family
- Friends
- Those in need
This act spreads joy and strengthens community bonds.
8. Seek Forgiveness Constantly
No one is free from mistakes.
Increase your Istighfar by saying:
Astaghfirullah wa atubu ilayh
Repent sincerely with the intention never to return to sin.
Allah loves those who repent.
9. Maintain Family Ties
Strengthening relationships is among the greatest acts of worship.
Use these days to:
- Visit relatives
- Call parents and elders
- Forgive others
- Reconcile broken relationships
- Show kindness to neighbors
Maintaining family ties brings blessings into one's life.
10. Perform Every Good Deed You Can
The Prophet ﷺ said that righteous deeds are most beloved during these days.
Simple acts include:
- Smiling at others
- Helping someone
- Visiting the sick
- Teaching beneficial knowledge
- Removing harm from the road
- Being kind to animals
- Speaking good words
No good deed is too small in the sight of Allah.
Make a Personal Worship Plan
To benefit fully from these ten days, prepare a daily schedule such as:
- ✅ Pray all five prayers on time
- ✅ Read Qur'an every day
- ✅ Morning and evening adhkar
- ✅ Daily charity (even a small amount)
- ✅ Fast if able
- ✅ Make sincere dua after every prayer
- ✅ Increase Takbeer throughout the day
- ✅ Seek forgiveness often
Consistency is more beloved to Allah than occasional large acts.
Final Thoughts
The first ten days of Dhul Hijjah are a priceless gift from Allah—a season of mercy, forgiveness, and multiplied rewards. Every prayer, every moment of remembrance, every act of charity, and every sincere dua can bring us closer to our Creator.
Do not let these blessed days pass without making the most of them. Fill your time with worship, gratitude, kindness, and repentance, hoping for Allah's mercy and acceptance.
May Allah accept our prayers, fasting, charity, sacrifices, and all our righteous deeds during these blessed days. Ameen.
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