Dua Kumayl is narrated by Kumayl ibn Ziyad from Imam Ali. The website al-islam.org has details about this companion of Imam Ali as well as about the origins of this dua. IT IS SAID that Dua Kumayl has enough light and guidance for anyone wishing to take the first step into wayfaring or spiritual journey toward Allah. Its subtle meanings illuminate the life of the seeker with richness and purpose. Its recitation continues to shine in a seekers heart inspiring the seeker to attain higher stations of spirituality and nearness to Allah. --- ON DUA or Supplication ---- AND WHEN MY SERVANTS ASK YOU CONCERNING ME - THEN SURELY I AM VERY NEAR - I ANSWER THE PRAYER OF THE SUPPLIANT WHEN HE CALLS ON ME - The Holy Quran Chapter 2 Verse 186. In verse 60 of chapter 40 the Holy Quran says - YOUR LORD HAS SAID - CALL UPON ME I WILL ANSWER YOU. The Holy Prophet has said that - PRAYER IS THE LADDER OF ASCENSION OF A BELIEVER. -- The recitor of this particular recitation is unknown. This recitation is usually labelled as recited by Fulan bin Fulan -- Show Less >>