Zakariya (AS) & The Power of Dua: A Story of Hope & Trust in Allah

Though Old & Weak, But Never Lost Hope.

Surah Aal-e-Imran: 38-41

Zakariya (عليه السلام) was an old man. His bones had become weak, his hair had turned completely white, and his wife couldn’t have children. But even in this situation, he never lost hope in Allah’s mercy.

One day, he saw Maryam (عليها السلام) with food that no one had given her. Surprised, he asked, “Maryam, where did this come from?” She replied, “It is from Allah.” This made Zakariya (عليه السلام) think: If Allah can provide for Maryam in such a miraculous way, He can bless me with a child too!

So, with full faith, he made a heartfelt dua:

📖 هُنَالِكَ دَعَا زَكَرِيَّا رَبَّهُ ۖ قَالَ رَبِّ هَبْ لِي مِنْ لَدُنْكَ ذُرِّيَّةً طَيِّبَةً ۖ إِنَّكَ سَمِيعُ الدُّعَاءِ
"There, Zakariya called upon his Lord, saying: 'My Lord, bless me with a good child from You. Indeed, You hear all prayers.'"
📖 (Surah Aal-e-Imran: 38)

The Good News

While Zakariya (عليه السلام) was praying in his special prayer place (mihrab), angels called out to him:

📖 فَنَادَتْهُ الْمَلَائِكَةُ وَهُوَ قَائِمٌ يُصَلِّي فِي الْمِحْرَابِ أَنَّ اللَّهَ يُبَشِّرُكَ بِيَحْيَىٰ
"O Zakariya! Allah gives you good news of a son—Yahya!"
📖 (Surah Aal-e-Imran: 39)

Yahya (عليه السلام) would be a noble, wise, and righteous prophet.

Zakariya (عليه السلام) Was Shocked!

He couldn’t believe it! He asked:

📖 قَالَ رَبِّ أَنَّىٰ يَكُونُ لِي غُلَامٌ وَقَدْ بَلَغَنِيَ الْكِبَرُ وَامْرَأَتِي عَاقِرٌ ۖ
"My Lord, how can I have a child when I am so old, and my wife cannot have children?"
📖 (Surah Aal-e-Imran: 40)

The angels replied: “That’s easy for Allah! He does whatever He wants.”

A Special Sign

Zakariya (عليه السلام) was overjoyed but asked Allah for a sign. Allah told him:

📖 قَالَ آيَتُكَ أَلَّا تُكَلِّمَ النَّاسَ ثَلَاثَةَ أَيَّامٍ إِلَّا رَمْزًا ۗ
"Your sign is that for three days, you will not be able to speak to people—only through gestures."
📖 (Surah Aal-e-Imran: 41)

So, even though he wasn’t sick or mute, for three days, he could only communicate through signs! During this time, Allah told him to keep remembering and praising Him.

Lessons for Us

🌿 Never lose hope in Allah, even if something seems impossible.
🌿 Keep making dua—Allah listens and responds in the best way.
🌿 Trust in Allah’s timing. He knows what’s best for us.

Think About It!

Have you ever made a dua that seemed impossible, but Allah answered it in a way you never expected? Share your thoughts! 💭

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