اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ رِضَاكَ وَالْجَنَّةَ وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ سَخَطِكَ وَالنَّارِ
O Allah, I ask for Your pleasure and Paradise, and I seek refuge in You from Your displeasure and the Fire.
Allahumma inni as'aluka ridak wal-jannah wa a'udhu bika min sakhatik wan-nar
When to Read
This profound supplication is particularly impactful when recited after completing the obligatory (fard) prayers. Imagine you've just finished your salaam, your heart is still tender and focused on Allah. This is the perfect moment to turn to Him with this specific request, seeking His ultimate pleasure and the everlasting reward of Jannah, while also seeking protection from His anger and the Hellfire.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a humble heart after you finish your prayer. Focus on the meaning of each word. You're not just saying words; you're expressing a deep yearning for Allah's contentment and for the ultimate abode of peace and bliss. Visualizing your desire for Jannah and your fear of the Fire can enhance the sincerity of your supplication.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates the core desires of a believer: attaining Allah's pleasure, which is superior to all else, and securing a place in Jannah. It also demonstrates a healthy fear of Allah's displeasure and the consequences of the Fire. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us that whoever asks Allah for Jannah three times, Jannah will say, 'O Allah, admit him into Paradise' (Sunan At-Tirmidhi 2590). This specific dua directly asks for Jannah and Allah's pleasure, aligning with this principle of seeking the highest rewards. By seeking refuge from His displeasure and the Fire, we acknowledge our need for His mercy and protection.
Source & Authentication
The Hadith states: The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: 'When you ask Allah, ask Him for Firdaws (the highest part of Paradise).' Then he mentioned: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka ridak wal-jannah wa a'udhu bika min sakhatik wan-nar.' (O Allah, I ask You for Your pleasure and Paradise, and I seek refuge in You from Your displeasure and the Fire.) - Sunan At-Tirmidhi 3503. The wording here is a direct request for the ultimate goals, combining the positive (pleasure, Jannah) and the protective (refuge from displeasure, Fire).