اللَّهُمَّ رَادَّ الضَّالَّةِ، هَادِيَ الضَّالَّةِ، اهْدِنِي إِلَى ضَالَّتِي، عَافِنِي بِعَافِيَتِكَ، فَإِنَّهَا مِنْ عَطَائِكَ وَفَضْلِكَ.
O Allah, Restorer of the lost, Guide of the lost, guide me to my lost [item], grant me safety with Your safety, for it is from Your giving and Your grace.
Allahumma raddad-dallati, hadiyad-dallati, ihdini ila dallati, 'afini bi-'afiyatika, fa innaha min 'ata'ika wa fadlik.
When to Read
Recite this dua when you realize a valuable item is missing, whether it's your keys, wallet, phone, or something of greater sentimental value. It's particularly helpful when the anxiety of losing it starts to set in, acting as both a practical request and a spiritual anchor.
How to Read
Begin with a sincere intention to find what is lost and to trust in Allah's plan. Recite the dua with humility and focus, visualizing the lost item and asking Allah to guide you to it. It's beneficial to also make *istighfar* (seeking forgiveness) and send *salawat* (blessings) upon the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ before and after reciting this dua. Consider also performing two rak'ahs of voluntary prayer, asking Allah for assistance after completing them, a practice mentioned in relation to finding lost items.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua directly calls upon Allah's attributes as the 'Restorer of the lost' and 'Guide of the lost,' acknowledging His power over all things. By reciting it, you are not only seeking the return of the item but also seeking guidance and safety from Allah, recognizing that everything is from His provision and grace. This shifts the focus from panic to reliance on the Almighty, bringing immense peace and reducing the anxiety associated with loss.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abdullah ibn Amr: The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said: If one of you loses something, or wants to do something important, let him perform two rak'ahs of prayer, then say: 'O Allah, the Granter of lost things, the Guide of the lost, the Knower of the hidden, my desire is for You to return my lost property, for it is from Your bounty and Your grace.' (Narrated by Abu Dawud, Ahmad, and Ibn Majah.) *Note: The wording in the main entry is a commonly cited and slightly more concise version attributed to this context, also found in various compilations. The essence remains the same: seeking Allah's guidance to find what is lost.*