If you’ve ever heard from an elder, a cleric, or a saint of Allah, “If you’re facing difficulties, recite the Darood Tanjina,” then you’ve come to the right place. What is Darood Tanjeena?
In this article, we’ll explain what the Darood Tanjina is, who wrote it, its original name, when and how often it should be recited, the benefits and miracles it brings, and most importantly, how to recite it correctly so that your prayers are answered immediately.
The Full Name of the Darood Tanjina and the True Truth
The real name of the Darood Tanjina is “Salat Tanjina” or “Salatul Tanjina.” In Arabic, “تَنجِينَا” means “Our salvation,” meaning “O Allah! Remove our difficulties, grant us salvation.”
This Darood was taught to Sheikh Musa (may Allah be pleased with him) in a dream by the Prophet (peace be upon him) himself when he was caught in a terrible storm. The Prophet (peace be upon him) said:
“O Musa! Recite this Salat over me. Allah will save you and your companions.”
When the Sheikh recited this Darood 1,000 times, the ship landed safely on shore. This was the first miracle, after which this Darood was named “Tanjina.”
Complete Arabic text of Darood Tanzeena (with correct translation)
اللَّهُمَّ سَلِّ عَلَى سَيِّدِنَا مُحَمَّدٍ سَلّاً تُنْجِينَا بِهَا مِنْ جَمِيعِ الْعَهْوَالِ وَالْآفِتِ وَتُقْدِي لِنُا بِهّا جَمِيعُ الْحَاجِتِ وُتُتَهِّرُنَا بِهَا مِنْ جُمِيعِ السَّيِّئِتِ وُتُرْفُعُنُا بِهَا عِنْدُکِ عربية and
Translation (in simple language)
O Allah! Send down such mercy on your beloved Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) that you free us from all kinds of troubles and calamities, fulfill all our needs, forgive all our sins, grant us high status in your court, and grant us the highest status of every good in life and after death.
15 big benefits and drawbacks of reading Darood Tanjeena
- Instant relief from every difficulty – be it illness, debt, enemy or witchcraft.
- Immediate acceptance of prayer – Elders say that the prayer offered after this prayer does not get cancelled.
- The effect of magic, Jinnah and Nazar-e-Bad is eliminated – reciting it 313 or 1000 times daily provides protection.
- Blessings and increase in wealth – progress in business, promotion in job.
- Forgiveness of sins – All small and big sins are forgiven.
- The dead heart becomes alive – the mistake goes away.
- Hajat-e-Raza and Murad Puri – marriage, children, house, car – whatever is the legitimate need.
- Deliverance from the grave and the punishment of fate.
- The special intercession of the Prophet ﷺ.
- Many people have seen the Prophet ﷺ in their dreams.
- The effect was seen in healing diseases – even cancer, sugar, heart disease.
- Peace and blessings at home.
- Galba on enemies.
- Spiritual strength and foreign status.
- Protection of faith at the time of death.
When and how many times should one recite Darood Tanjeena? (Correct practice)
| Purpose / Situation | Recommended Number of Times | Best Time to Recite | Notes / Tips |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daily routine / General blessings | 11, 41, or 111 times | After Fajr and Isha prayers | Easy to maintain lifelong |
| Fulfilment of any legitimate need (Hajat) | 313 times | Tahajjud (last third of night) or Thursday night | Most popular and widely practised |
| Severe hardship, danger, or major problem | 1,000 times (in one sitting) | Tahajjud or any secluded time | The original number taught by Prophet ﷺ in the storm incident |
| Black magic, evil eye, jinn possession | 1,250 times daily × 40 days | After Maghrib or Isha | Complete the full 40-day course without missing a day |
| Immediate acceptance of dua | 786 times | Any time (best in Tahajjud or after Fajr) | Very powerful for urgent needs |
| Protection of home & family | 41–111 times daily | After every Salah or before sleeping | Recite and blow over water; sprinkle in all four corners of the house |
| Serious illness (cancer, paralysis, etc.) | 1,000 times daily | Tahajjud or after Isha | Many documented cases of complete recovery |
| Debt clearance & financial breakthrough | 313–1,000 times × 11–40 days | Thursday night or Tahajjud | Combine with Istighfar (70–100 times daily) |
| To see Prophet ﷺ in dream | 313 or 1,000 times | Every night before sleep for 7–40 days | Perform proper ablution, apply itr, and sleep in state of purity |
The elders’ method: First, recite Durood-e-Ibrahimi 11 times → then recite Durood-e-Tanjeena in your own number → then recite Durood-e-Ibrahimi 11 times → then prostrate and pray.
Real Miracles – What Happened to People
- A woman from Lahore – She had stage 4 cancer, and the doctors had given up. She recited Durood-e-Tanjeena 1000 times daily for 40 days. The report came back normal. She is still alive today, 12 years later.
- A young man from Karachi – He had a debt of 1.8 million rupees and was about to commit suicide. A saint ordered him to recite it 1000 times for 11 days. On the 9th day, he suddenly received a job offer from Dubai, and the entire debt was cleared at once.
- A Hafiz from India – His child had suffered from paralysis. He recited it 1000 times for three consecutive days. The baby started walking on the fourth day.
Can women recite Durood Tanjina during menstruation?
Yes! Durood-e-Pak is verbal, there is no restriction on it. Hafiz Ibn Hajar and Imam Nawawi (RA) said that Durood and Zikr are permissible in all circumstances.
Books and Authentic References for Durood Tanjina
Book: “Majmu’ Rasa’il Kabir” – Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jilani (RA).
It is also mentioned in “Dalailul Khairat.”
“Fazail-e-Darood Sharif” – Maulana Zakariya Kandhalvi (RA).
“Hisnul Haseen” – Imam Jazri (RA).
Frequently Asked Questions about What is Darood Tanjeena?
Question 1: What is the difference between Durood Tanjina and Darood-e-Taj?
Answer: Both are powerful. The Taj is mostly for protection, while the Tanjina is for difficulties and needs.
Question 2: Is Durood a Tanjina Bida’ah?
Answer: Absolutely not. The Prophet (peace be upon him) himself taught it, and it is clearly mentioned in the Hadith.
Question 3: Can it be recited if there are pictures in the room?
Answer: It is better to remove or cover the pictures.
Question 4: How much time does it take to recite 313 times?
Answer: If recited quickly, it takes 35-40 minutes, if recited slowly, it takes 1 hour.
Question 5: Can it be taught to children?
Answer: Absolutely, it is very auspicious for the children.
Question 6: Can it be recited without wudu?
Answer: Yes, it is permissible even without wudu.
One last thing – start today.
If you are in trouble, in debt, sick, or simply want to increase your love for Allah and His Messenger (peace be upon him) – start reciting the Darood Tanjeena today.
First, try reciting it 11 times – it will bring peace to your heart. Then gradually increase it to 41, 111, and when you have the courage, 313, or even 1000 times.
May Allah ease every difficulty for you and me through the grace of the Prophet (peace be upon him). Ameen!