أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللهَ
I seek forgiveness from Allah.
Astaghfirullah
When to Read
Immediately after completing the prescribed prayers (salah). It is recommended to recite this three times before proceeding to the other recommended *dhikr* (remembrance) after prayer.
How to Read
Recite 'Astaghfirullah' clearly and with sincerity, three times, while sitting in the place where you performed your prayer. It's a quiet moment of reflection and seeking pardon from Allah.
Virtues & Benefits
This simple act is a powerful way to seek Allah's forgiveness for any shortcomings or unintentional distractions during prayer. It also sets a beautiful tone of humility and dependence on the Almighty after fulfilling an act of worship. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us this practice, showing its importance in perfecting our connection with Allah.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Thawban: When the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) finished his prayer, he would seek forgiveness three times and say: 'O Allah, You are the Source of Peace and from You comes peace. Blessed are You, O Owner of majesty and honor.' (Sahih Muslim 591)