اللَّهُمَّ اكْفِنِي بِحَلَالِكَ عَنْ حَرَامِكَ وَأَغْنِنِي بِفَضْلِكَ عَمَّنْ سِوَاكَ
O Allah, suffice me with Your lawful provision instead of Your unlawful provision, and enrich me with Your grace, so that I may not need anyone besides You.
Allahummakfini bihalalika 'an haramika wa aghnini bifadlika 'amman siwaka
When to Read
Recite this dua before starting work on pending projects, or at any time you feel overwhelmed or in need of divine assistance. It's particularly relevant when seeking lawful means and relying on Allah's bounty to overcome financial or logistical challenges that might be hindering project completion. You can make it a regular part of your morning routine before diving into your tasks.
How to Read
Recite with sincerity and conviction, focusing on your intention to complete the project through lawful means and trusting in Allah's provision. Raise your hands in supplication if possible. Ensure your earnings and the project itself are within halal boundaries.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful dua, recommended by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, encompasses seeking protection from unlawful earnings and asking for sufficient provision from Allah alone. By relying on Allah's grace ('fadl'), one is freed from dependence on creation and finds contentment. It helps in purifying one's intentions and actions in business dealings, seeking blessings in lawful income, and trusting Allah to manage one's affairs, which can lead to ease and success in completing projects.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua to Ali ibn Abi Talib (may Allah be pleased with him) when he asked him for a way to achieve independence and pay off his debts. The hadith states: Sa'd narrated from 'Ali (may Allah be pleased with him) that a servant came to him and said: 'Indeed, my master wants to set me free.' He said: 'Shall I not teach you words that Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) taught you? If you have the equivalent of a mountain of debt, Allah will pay it for you.' He said: 'What are they?' He said: 'Say: O Allah, suffice me with Your lawful provision instead of Your unlawful provision, and enrich me with Your grace, so that I may not need anyone besides You.' [Sunan At-Tirmidhi 3563]