What is the Islamic term for asking Allah’s forgiveness for sins committed?

Explanation

– Istighfar refers to the specific act of seeking Allah’s forgiveness for sins through particular phrases and supplications, complementing the broader concept of Tawbah, or repentance.
– While Tawbah encompasses the complete process of turning away from sin and returning to Allah, Istighfar specifically refers to the verbal request for forgiveness itself.
– For exams, note that the Prophet (PBUH) reportedly sought Istighfar numerous times daily, despite being free from sin, as a model of humility for believers.