How is the prayer of Hazrat Zainab (PBUH) recited to fulfill the need?

Appealing to Hazrat Zainab Kabri (PBUH), the Lady of Patience and Endurance of Karbala, is one of the ways that many Shiites turn to when they are in trouble and to ask for their needs. In some religious sources and writings, methods for Hajit prayer and Khatm Tawasl have been mentioned to them, which include two rak'ah prayers and recitation of Surah Tawheed to the mention of salawat and "Ya Hayy Ya Qayyum".

According to the Missionary's Thought and Culture Base, praying for the need of Hazrat Zainab (PBUH) is one of the actions that some Shiites perform to appeal to this noble lady and ask for help from God. For this act, various methods have been mentioned, including reading two rakats of Hajj prayer, reciting Surah Tawheed, sending salutations and mentioning "Ya Hayy Ya Qayyum". In the following, we will review the proposed methods for prayer and end of appeal to Hazrat Zainab (PBUH).

Hazrat Zainab Kabri (pbuh), daughter of Imam Ali (pbuh) and Hazrat Fatima Zahra (pbuh) and sister of Imam Hussain (pbuh), is one of the prominent figures in the history of Islam. He is known as a symbol of patience, courage and stability among Shiites due to his important role in the Ashura event, standing against difficulties and enlightening sermons in Kufa and Sham.

According to the narrative of the Prayer Center, many devotees of Ahl al-Bayt (a.s.) turn to Hazrat Zainab (a.s.) in times of trouble and need, and by praying and performing acts of worship, they ask God for help and relief. In some religious sources and writings, ways to pray Hajat and Khatm Tawsil to this noble lady have been mentioned. In the following, we will examine some of these methods.

The first method; Reciting Hajat prayer for 14 days

One of the mentioned ways to appeal to Hazrat Zainab (PBUH) is to pray two rakats of Hajj prayer for 14 consecutive days. This order is attributed to the book "Keshkul Shams" in the quoted text.

According to this method, a person should perform two rakats of Hajj prayer every day and after finishing the prayer, read Surah Tawheed 14 times. Also, it is recommended to send salawat 69 times every day; The number that is attributed to the name of Hazrat Zainab (PBUH) in this order.

On the 14th day, a person should make a vow of 69 tomans to Sadat Hosseini and pay it to them. Also, in the text of this order, it is recommended to refrain from talking to others while performing deeds and zikrs in order to maintain concentration and attention of the heart.

This method is mentioned in some religious writings; However, to ensure the validity of its attribution to religious sources, the original text and source must be examined.

Termination of appeal to Hazrat Zainab (PBUH) for fulfillment of needs

Another proposed method is ending appeals to Hazrat Zainab (PBUH), which is done by performing Hajat prayers and specific dhikrs.

In this method, first two rakats of prayer are recited like the morning prayer with the intention of need. After the end of the prayer, its reward is given to the soul of Hazrat Zainab (pbuh) and then the praises of Hazrat Zahra (pbuh) are recited.

In the next stage, the mention of "Ya Hayy Ya Qayyum" is repeated 510 times and the phrase "Peace be upon you, Ya Bint Amirul Momineen" is repeated 69 times. At the end, the text of the following appeal is read 14 times:

"The intercession of two heads is the source of Zainab's modesty, modesty, integrity and great honor of Zainab, for the right of your ancestors and parents Zainab, for the pieces of the liver of your brother Mojtaba Zainab, with that beautiful farewell on the day of Ashura, ask God for our needs, Zainab (PBUH)"

This ending has been narrated with the purpose of expressing devotion to Hazrat Zainab (PBUH) and asking for intercession and opening in affairs. However, the fulfillment of the need cannot be considered as the definitive result of performing a zikr or khatm.

Another way to pray Hazrat Zainab (PBUH)

In the other method that was mentioned to appeal to Hazrat Zainab (pbuh), first the intention of Hajit prayer is performed and then two rakats of prayer are performed like the morning prayer.

After the end of the prayer, the words "Peace be upon you, daughter of Amirul Momineen, may God's mercy and blessings be upon him" be said 25 times. Then the zikr of "Ya Hayy Ya Qayyum" is repeated 2510 times and at the end, the mentioned poem of appeal is recited 14 times.

This method is also mentioned in some published materials about Hazrat Zainab's prayer. Since the number of remembrances and the order of actions are different in different versions, it is better to check their original source before attributing these commands to authentic traditions.

Prayer of Hazrat Zainab (PBUH) with Surah Kauthar and dhikr salawat

In another way that has been mentioned for Hajj prayer of Hazrat Zainab (PBUH), a person should put aside 69 pieces of money with a nominal value of 500 or 1000 Tomans and then pray two Rakats of Hajj prayer daily for 14 days.

According to this order, in the first rakat after Surah Hamad, Surah Kausar is recited. After salam, Surah Tawheed is recited 14 times.

In the following, a person should send salawat on the Holy Prophet (PBUH) and his family 69 times and give the reward to the soul of Hazrat Zainab (PBUH). Also, in this order, it is emphasized to maintain heart attention and avoid talking or engaging in other matters while performing actions.

At the end of the 14-day period, it is recommended to give the set aside amount as charity to the needy.

It is necessary to note that these details, including the number of days, the number of adhkar, and the amount of sadaqah, are part of the order quoted in this way, and their validity should be independently checked.

Hazrat Zainab's prayer for healing the patient

In some religious writings, an act of asking for the healing of a patient by appealing to Hazrat Zainab (PBUH) is also mentioned. According to this order, the prayer is recited in the interval between Maghrib and Isha prayers, and after its end, the person goes to prostration and repeats the zikr "Ya Rabah" 69 times with attention and humility.

In this method, the patient or one of his relatives can perform this act with the intention of asking God for healing. Mentioning "Ya Rabah" is also used as a call to ask for divine mercy and help.

Despite the prevalence of such orders in some religious texts, they should not be considered as a substitute for medical treatment or introduced as a definitive narrative without checking the source. Prayer and supplication can be a source of comfort and hope for believers, but it is also important to follow the appropriate treatment.

Hazrat Zainab Kabri (PBUH) has a special place among Shiites because of her patience, courage, faith and standing in the event of Ashura. Therefore, many devotees of Ahl al-Bayt (pbuh) turn to him in times of trouble and in need.

In some religious sources and writings, various methods for Hajat prayer and ending appeal to Hazrat Zainab (PBUH) have been mentioned; Including two rakat prayers, reciting Surah Tawheed, sending salutations and repeating zikrs such as "Ya Hayy Ya Qayyum". However, the difference between these orders shows that to determine the validity of each method, one must refer to its original source.

Finally, prayer and appeal can be seen as a way to strengthen hope, calm the heart and pay more attention to God. It is appropriate to perform these actions with sincere intentions and to use reliable religious sources along with them.

2. Guide for the arrested, volume 4, page 78.

3. Dibamag, article "Hazrat Zainab (PBUH)'s prayer to fulfill the need".

4. Sarposh, article "Methods of praying Hazrat Zainab (PBUH)".