Fortress of the Muslim (Hisnul Muslim)

The Creator of the heavens and the earth, the Originator of all mankind, has the sole right to be praised and remembered at every moment of the day. Abū Hurayrah (ra) narrates that the Prophet Muḥammad ﷺ said:

“Allah Almighty becomes angry with the person who does not pray to Allah Almighty.” [Sunan al-Tirmidhī, 3373]

Fortress of the Muslim (Hisn al-Muslim) is a brief yet comprehensive collection of authentic supplications that Muslims can recite on specific occasions and during various events. This timeless book consists of duʿāʾ mentioned in the noble aḥādīth of the Prophet Muḥammad ﷺ.

Book Overview:

This best-selling compilation, published by Darussalam, is distinguished by the following features:

• 267 supplications and invocations for different occasions, daily activities, and times of the day.

• Each supplication is presented in beautiful Arabic script accompanied by an authentic English translation.

• The book includes only the texts of the duʿāʾ, with concise references to their sources.

• Portable and user-friendly design, making it easy to read, memorize, and benefit from anywhere.

• Offers a comprehensive selection of supplications and invocations drawn from the Qurʾān and authentic ḥadīth.

• Categorized by chapters, allowing quick navigation to duʿāʾ for morning and evening, daily activities, special occasions, and more.

• An ideal companion for every Muslim, supporting spiritual growth and connection with Allah in every part of life.

Compiled by Saʿīd ibn ʿAlī ibn Wahf al-Qaḥṭānī, Hisn al-Muslim is an abridged version of his earlier, more extensive works. In this edition, the author selected only the actual duʿāʾ to be recited or memorized, omitting the full narrations for easier use.

The references have been simplified, usually citing one or two primary sources, making it an accessible and essential guide for Muslims seeking to strengthen their daily remembrance of Allah.