10 Virtues of Istighfar, Complete with Recitation and Meaning

Istighfar is a simple act of worship that has a huge impact on a Muslim's life. The Quran repeatedly instructs us to seek forgiveness from Allah SWT, like in Surah Nuh verses 10-12 which promises forgiveness, heavy rain, and an increase in wealth and children. The virtues of istighfar include having sins forgiven, warding off punishment, opening doors of sustenance, bringing help, blessings, peace of mind, speeding up answered prayers, self-improvement, a way out of problems, and increasing faith. Evidence from the Quran and hadith supports each of these virtues. The short istighfar recitation is "Astaghfirullah al-'azhim", while the longer one is "Astaghfirullahal’adzim alladzi la Ilaha Illa huwal hayyul qoyyumu wa atubu ilaihi". Sayyidul Istighfar is also recommended as the foremost supplication for seeking forgiveness. Effective times for istighfar include after prayer, throughout the day, the last third of the night, during suhoor, on Fridays, when it rains, during prostration, and when facing calamities. https://mozaik.inilah.com/ibadah/10-keutamaan-istighfar-yang-luar-biasa-lengkap-dengan-bacaan-dan-artinya