Song: Rabbi Zidni Ilma
The Azharis' theme song, a nasheed of the dua Rabbi zidni ilma, 'My Lord, increase me in knowledge', sung with voices only. For ages 4 to 12.
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What is Song: Rabbi Zidni Ilma about?
Song: Rabbi Zidni Ilma is an Islamic video for children aged 4 to 12: a nasheed built around the well-known dua "Rabbi zidni ilma", which means "My Lord, increase me in knowledge". It is the theme song of the Azharis' video series, and it is sung with voices only.
The dua comes from the Qur'an, in Surah Ta Ha, where Allah tells the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to say it. The song puts it at the heart of family life. We are at home with the Azharis, and there is no place we would rather be: chilling with the family and learning all about our deen. Knowledge is the greatest legacy, the song says. We make this path our destiny, our deeds echo for ever, and we ask Allah to bless us on this journey.
In the chorus, the singers ask Allah to grant them knowledge of the deen, and they call on Him in need. They call Him by some of His names, like Ya Hakim, the Most Wise, and Ya Kareem, the Most Generous. And they tell children that with a little motivation, dedication and faith, they can reach every goal they want to reach.
The video is filmed at home with the family of Sheikh Azhari, who presents the Azharis' Tafseer, Juz by Juz and Names of Allah series, and their friends. The children sing on the sofa, draw at the kitchen table and hold up signs with Allah's name Al-Kareem. It ends with the Sheikh asking a little boy, "Who do we worship?", and the answer: "Allah."
It lasts about 3 minutes and is music-free.
What your child will learn
- "Rabbi zidni ilma" is a dua from the Qur'an: My Lord, increase me in knowledge.
- Knowledge of the deen is a legacy that lasts.
- Learning together as a family is one of life's blessings.
- With effort and faith in Allah, we can reach our goals.
- We worship Allah alone.
Where this video comes from
- Surah Ta Ha 20:114: And say, "My Lord, increase me in knowledge."
Talk about it afterwards
- What does "Rabbi zidni ilma" mean?
- When could you say this dua?
- What would you most like to learn more about?
- Why do you think knowledge is called "the greatest legacy"?
Words to know
- Rabbi zidni ilma
- My Lord, increase me in knowledge.
- Deen
- Religion; the way of life Allah has given us.
- Al-Kareem
- The Most Generous; one of the names of Allah.
- Nasheed
- A song with an Islamic message, often sung with voices only.
Frequently asked questions
What age is Song: Rabbi Zidni Ilma suitable for?
Children aged 4 to 12. The chorus is short and easy to learn, and older children can learn the dua and its meaning.
Is Song: Rabbi Zidni Ilma based on the Qur'an?
Yes. Its dua, "Rabbi zidni ilma", is from Surah Ta Ha 20:114.
Does Song: Rabbi Zidni Ilma have music?
No. It is sung with voices only and is music-free.
How long is Song: Rabbi Zidni Ilma?
About 3 minutes.
