اللَّهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لِي، وَارْحَمْنِي، وَاهْدِنِي، وَعَافِنِي، وَارْزُقْنِي
O Allah, forgive me, have mercy on me, guide me, protect me, and provide for me.
Allahumma-ghfir li, wa-rhamni, wa-hdini, wa-'afini, wa-rzukni
When to Read
When you feel anger rising due to minor injustices like someone cutting you off in traffic, a rude comment, or someone not respecting your space, recite this comprehensive dua. It's a powerful request for Allah's help in managing your inner state and seeking His provisions that can calm your heart.
How to Read
Recite this supplication with sincerity and focus on the meaning of each word. While there's no specific timing or number prescribed for this particular phrasing, aim to make it a habit whenever you feel the sting of injustice and the heat of anger. Focus on the feeling of humility and reliance on Allah as you ask Him for these fundamental needs.
Virtues & Benefits
This beautiful and comprehensive dua, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to a man who asked him for the most encompassing prayer, covers all the essential aspects of a believer's life: seeking forgiveness for sins, mercy for shortcomings, guidance to the right path, well-being and protection from harm, and provision for sustenance. By turning to Allah with these requests when anger strikes, you are essentially seeking His aid to replace the negative emotion with positive reliance and acceptance, thus protecting yourself from the harmful effects of anger and earning immense reward.
Source & Authentication
A man came to the Prophet, peace be upon him, and said: 'O Messenger of Allah, teach me some comprehensive words.' The Prophet said: 'Say: O Allah, forgive me, have mercy on me, guide me, protect me, and provide for me.' (Sahih Muslim 2697). This supplication is for the man who asked for the most comprehensive words, so he (the Prophet) gathered for him the goodness of this world and the Hereafter.