{"id":21442,"date":"2026-05-19T02:38:01","date_gmt":"2026-05-19T02:38:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/onepathnetwork.com\/?p=21442"},"modified":"2026-05-19T04:22:33","modified_gmt":"2026-05-19T04:22:33","slug":"10-best-deeds-to-do-in-the-first-10-days-of-dhul-hijjah","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/onepathnetwork.com\/au\/dhul-hijjah\/10-best-deeds-to-do-in-the-first-10-days-of-dhul-hijjah\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Best Deeds to Do in the First 10 Days of Dhul Hijjah"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Islamic calendar is filled with spiritual seasons designed to help us reconnect with our faith, and none are more profoundly rewarding than the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the last ten nights of Ramadan are globally celebrated, the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah often slip by unnoticed in our fast-paced modern world. Yet, the Prophet Muhammad (\ufdfa) explicitly highlighted their unmatched superiority. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ibn Abbas reported that the Prophet (\ufdfa) said: “There are no days in which righteous deeds are more beloved to Allah than these ten days.”<\/em> (Sahih Bukhari). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are looking to maximise your rewards, purify your heart, and elevate your spiritual standing before Eid al-Adha, this guide is for you. Here is a comprehensive list of the 10 best deeds to do in Dhul Hijjah<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Fast the First Nine Days (Especially the Day of Arafah)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Fasting is one of the most beloved acts of worship to Allah. While it is highly recommended to fast as many of the first nine days of Dhul Hijjah as possible, fasting on the 9th day, the Day of Arafah<\/a><\/strong>, carries an incredible, exclusive reward for those not performing Hajj.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Prophet (\ufdfa) said regarding fasting on the Day of Arafah: “It expiates the sins of the past year and the coming year.”<\/em> (Sahih Muslim). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Actionable tip:<\/strong> Set an alarm, prepare your Suhur<\/em> (pre-dawn meal), and encourage your family and friends to join you in fasting this monumental day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Increase Your Dhikr (Remembrance of Allah)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the easiest and most powerful deeds to do in Dhul Hijjah is to keep your tongue moist with the remembrance of Allah. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

During these days, it is a specific Sunnah to recite the Takbeer<\/em> (Allahu Akbar), Tahmeed<\/em> (Alhamdulillah), Tahlil<\/em> (La ilaha illallah), and Tasbeeh<\/em> (SubhanAllah) abundantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recommended Takbeerat of Eid (Takbeer al-Tashreeq):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, La ilaha illallah, Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, wa lillahil-hamd.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Actionable tip:<\/strong> Recite these phrases loudly in your home, quietly on your commute to work, and immediately after your obligatory prayers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Offer the Qurban (Udhiyah)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The sacrifice of an animal, known as Qurban<\/a> or Udhiyah, commemorates the profound obedience of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) when he was commanded to sacrifice his son, Ismail (AS).\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Offering Qurban is a confirmed Sunnah (and obligatory according to some scholars) for those who have the financial means. The meat is divided into three parts: one for your family, one for your friends and relatives, and one for the poor and needy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Actionable tip:<\/strong> Organise your Qurban early through a trusted Islamic charity to ensure the meat reaches those who need it most by Eid al-Adha<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Give Abundant Charity (Sadaqah)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Because every good deed is multiplied during these ten days, giving charity is one of the most strategic ways to earn immense rewards. You don’t need to be wealthy to give Sadaqah<\/em>. Even a small, consistent amount given with sincere intentions can weigh heavily on your scale of good deeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Actionable tip:<\/strong> Automate your charity. Set up a daily donation of $1, $5, or $10 for the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah to ensure you don\u2019t miss a single day of this blessed period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Recite and Reflect on the Quran<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We often associate intensive Quran reading with Ramadan, but Dhul Hijjah is just as deserving of our dedication to the Book of Allah. Reading, understanding, and reflecting on the Quran brings us closer to the Creator and provides guidance for our everyday challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Actionable tip:<\/strong> Commit to reading a specific amount each day. Whether it’s one page, half a Juz, or a full Juz, consistency is key. Use a trusted Tafsir (exegesis) to understand the deeper meanings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Perform Sincere Repentance (Tawbah)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

These ten days are a season of forgiveness. Allah\u2019s mercy is vast, and He loves those who turn back to Him in sincere repentance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take a moment in isolation to reflect on your shortcomings, recognise your mistakes, and ask Allah for forgiveness. Sincere Tawbah involves feeling genuine remorse, stopping the sin, and making a firm resolve not to return to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Pray Tahajjud and Sunnah Prayers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While obligatory prayers (Fard<\/em>) are non-negotiable, voluntary prayers (Nawafil<\/em>) elevate your rank and draw you closer to Allah\u2019s love. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Prophet (\ufdfa) said in a Hadith Qudsi: “My servant continues to draw near to Me with voluntary works so that I shall love him.”<\/em> (Sahih Bukhari).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Actionable tip:<\/strong> Wake up just 15-20 minutes before Fajr to pray Tahajjud<\/em> (the night prayer). The quiet hours of the night are a time when Duas are readily accepted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Mend Broken Ties of Kinship<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Islam places a massive emphasis on family ties (Silat al-Rahm<\/em>). Holding onto grudges prevents spiritual growth and can even block the acceptance of your deeds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use the spiritual momentum of Dhul Hijjah to be the bigger person. Reach out to a family member you\u2019ve lost touch with, forgive those who have wronged you, and spread peace within your household.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Make Abundant Dua<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dua is the weapon of the believer, and there is no better time to use it than during the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah, particularly on the Day of Arafah. Even if you are not physically standing on the plains of Arafah, you can still partake in the blessings of the day through earnest supplication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Actionable tip:<\/strong> Write down a dedicated “Dua List<\/a>“. Divide it into sections: Duas for your Hereafter (Akhirah), Duas for your worldly life (Dunya), and Duas for the global Muslim Ummah.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Prepare Mentally for Hajj (or Set the Intention)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For those blessed to undertake the journey, performing Hajj is the ultimate deed of Dhul Hijjah. The reward for an accepted Hajj (Hajj Mabrur<\/em>) is nothing less than Paradise. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are not performing Hajj this year, you can still earn incredible rewards by sincerely setting the intention to go in the future, learning about the rites of Hajj, and tuning into Islamic media to witness the millions gathering in Mecca, thereby softening your heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don’t Let These Days Pass By<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The first ten days of Dhul Hijjah are a profound gift from Allah. Whether through fasting, charity, prayer, or simple words of remembrance, every believer has the opportunity to accumulate immense rewards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choose a few of the best deeds to do in Dhul Hijjah<\/strong> listed above, make a sincere intention, and push yourself to end the Islamic calendar year on a spiritual high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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