Dua & Sunnah

Seeking Tranquility: Dua for Peace of Mind Amidst Doubts

Anxiety & Distress
Hasan HadithJami' at-Tirmidhi 2140

ูŠูŽุง ู…ูู‚ูŽู„ู‘ูุจูŽ ุงู„ู’ู‚ูู„ููˆุจู ุซูŽุจู‘ูุชู’ ู‚ูŽู„ู’ุจููŠ ุนูŽู„ูŽู‰ ุฏููŠู†ููƒูŽ

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O Turner of the hearts, keep my heart firm upon Your religion.

Ya muqallib al-quloobi, thabbit qalbi 'ala deenik

When to Read

Recite this dua whenever you feel the grip of persistent doubt about your faith. It's especially potent when you're alone, perhaps at night or after prayers, when your heart is most receptive. Think of it as a quiet conversation with Allah, asking Him to anchor you when the waves of uncertainty try to pull you adrift.

How to Read

This is a personal plea. Say it with sincere conviction, feeling the words resonate within your heart. Raise your hands if you wish, as is the practice when making dua. Picture Allah's mercy encompassing you and His power stabilizing your inner self. Repeat it regularly, especially during times of spiritual vulnerability.

Virtues & Benefits

This dua is a direct request to the One who controls our hearts. The Prophet Muhammad ๏ทบ taught us this specific supplication because it addresses the root of the issue โ€“ the heart's inclination. By asking Allah to keep our hearts 'firm upon Your religion,' we're seeking protection against wavering and assurance in our belief. It's a powerful way to acknowledge our reliance on Him for steadfastness in faith, especially when doubt whispers insecurities.

Source & Authentication

Aishah (may Allah be pleased with her) said: The Messenger of Allah (๏ทบ) used to say frequently: 'O Turner of the hearts, make my heart firm upon Your religion.' I said: 'O Messenger of Allah, we believed in you and what you brought. Do you fear for us?' He said: 'Yes, indeed. The hearts are between two fingers of the Most Merciful. He turns them however He wills.'
Hasan HadithJami' at-Tirmidhi 2140
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