سُبْحَانَكَ اللَّهُمَّ وَبِحَمْدِكَ، أَشْهَدُ أَنْ لاَ إِلَهَ إِلاَّ أَنْتَ، أَسْتَغْفِرُكَ وَأَتُوبُ إِلَيْكَ.
Glory be to You, O Allah, and praise be to You. I bear witness that there is no god but You. I seek Your forgiveness and turn to You in repentance.
Subhanakallahumma wa bihamdika, ash-hadu an la ilaha illa anta, astaghfiruka wa atubu ilayk.
When to Read
This dua is recited immediately after concluding the obligatory prayers (Salat). It's a beautiful way to reaffirm your commitment to Allah and seek His forgiveness for any shortcomings during the prayer, making it a powerful way to remain steadfast on the covenant after you've fulfilled your duty.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and heartfelt reflection. It's typically said while still seated after the tasleem (the final salutation ending the prayer). Let the words flow from your heart, acknowledging Allah's perfection and your reliance on Him. The act of seeking forgiveness here is not just for the prayer itself, but for any unintentional lapses in remembering Allah or fulfilling His commands throughout your day.
Virtues & Benefits
This profound dua serves as a spiritual 'seal' on your prayer, much like a signature on a document. It acknowledges that even our best efforts can fall short, and we need Allah's mercy and forgiveness. By seeking refuge in Allah's perfection and repenting, we reaffirm our covenant to Him. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua to be recited after gatherings, implying its power to rectify any unintended faults. For prayer, this means purifying the act and reinforcing our commitment to the path of righteousness that prayer inspires.
Source & Authentication
The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) never sat down after finishing the prayer until he had recited: 'Subhanakallahumma wa bihamdika, ash-hadu an la ilaha illa anta, astaghfiruka wa atubu ilayka.' (Glory be to You, O Allah, and praise be to You. I bear witness that there is no god but You. I seek Your forgiveness and turn to You in repentance).