اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ فِعْلَ الْخَيْرَاتِ، وَتَرْكَ الْمُنْكَرَاتِ، وَحُبَّ الْمَسَاكِينِ، وَأَنْ تَغْفِرَ لِي وَتَرْحَمَنِي، وَإِذَا أَرَدْتَ فِي خَلْقِكَ فِتْنَةً فَتَوَفَّنِي غَيْرَ مُفْتَتِنٍ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ حُبَّكَ، وَحُبَّ مَنْ يُحِبُّكَ، وَحُبَّ عَمَلٍ يُقَرِّبُنِي إِلَى حُبِّكَ
O Allah, I ask You for the ability to do good deeds, and to abstain from evil deeds, and to love the poor, and that You forgive me and have mercy on me. And if You intend to try Your creation with tribulation, then take me to Yourself without having been tried. I ask You for Your love, and the love of those who love You, and the love of deeds which will bring me closer to Your love.
Allahumma inni as'aluka fi'l al-khayrat, wa tark al-munkarat, wa hubb al-masakin, wa an taghfira li wa tarhamani, wa idha aradta fi khalqika fitnatan fa tawaffani ghayra muftatinin, wa as'aluka hubbaka, wa hubba man yuhibbuk, wa hubba 'amalin yuqarribuni ila hubbik.
When to Read
Recite this dua when you feel the heat of anger rising, especially when dealing with individuals who repeatedly push your buttons. It's particularly useful before an anticipated difficult interaction or as a general supplication for strength of character.
How to Read
Raise your hands in supplication, facing the Qiblah if possible. Recite with sincerity and focus, reflecting on each phrase and its meaning. Imagine seeking Allah's direct assistance in mastering your emotions and strengthening your connection with Him.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua equips you to seek Allah's help in actively pursuing good, avoiding sin, and developing compassion. It also asks for protection from trials and for the love of Allah and righteous actions, all of which are crucial for cultivating patience and resilience in the face of anger-inducing situations. It’s a proactive approach to spiritual well-being, aiming to transform internal struggles into a means of drawing closer to the Divine.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abdullah ibn Mas'ud (may Allah be pleased with him): He said, 'The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) taught me a comprehensive supplication for all my needs. He said: 'Say: Allahumma inni as'aluka al-huda wa-t-tuqa wa-l-'afafa wa-l-ghina. (O Allah, I ask You for guidance, piety, chastity, and self-sufficiency).' Another narration adds: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka fi'l al-khayrat, wa tark al-munkarat, wa hubb al-masakin, wa an taghfira li wa tarhamani, wa idha aradta fi khalqika fitnatan fa tawaffani ghayra muftatinin, wa as'aluka hubbaka, wa hubba man yuhibbuk, wa hubba 'amalin yuqarribuni ila hubbik.' (O Allah, I ask You for the ability to do good deeds, and to abstain from evil deeds, and to love the poor, and that You forgive me and have mercy on me. And if You intend to try Your creation with tribulation, then take me to Yourself without having been tried. I ask You for Your love, and the love of those who love You, and the love of deeds which will bring me closer to Your love.)