اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ خَيْرَهَا وَخَيْرَ أَهْلِهَا وَخَيْرَ مَا فِيهَا، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّهَا وَشَرِّ أَهْلِهَا وَشَرِّ مَا فِيهَا
O Allah, I ask You for its goodness, and the goodness of its people, and the goodness of whatever it contains, and I seek refuge in You from its evil, and the evil of its people, and the evil of whatever it contains.
Allahumma inni as'aluka khayraha wa khayra ahliha wa khayra ma fiha, wa a'udhu bika min sharriha wa sharri ahliha wa sharri ma fiha
When to Read
This dua is traditionally recited when entering a new place, such as starting a new business venture or opening a new office. Recite it at the beginning of the day before starting work, or when interviewing or hiring new staff, to ask Allah to bless the endeavor with righteous and trustworthy individuals. It can also be recited during times of seeking growth and stability in your team.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, visualizing Allah's blessings upon your workplace and your team. Face the Qiblah if possible, raise your hands slightly, and utter the words clearly. Reflect on the meaning of seeking the good and protection from the evil for yourself, your team, and your business. Make it a regular habit, especially during significant moments in your business operations.
Virtues & Benefits
By reciting this dua, you are invoking Allah's protection and seeking His guidance in attracting individuals who are not only skilled but also possess strong ethics and loyalty. It helps in fostering an environment where trust and integrity are paramount, leading to a more stable and successful business. This practice aligns your intentions with Islamic principles, seeking barakah (blessings) in your professional life and ensuring that the people you work with contribute positively to your goals and are a source of good, not trouble.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: 'When any of you travels to a town, let him say: 'O Allah, I ask You for its goodness, and the goodness of its people, and the goodness of whatever it contains, and I seek refuge in You from its evil, and the evil of its people, and the evil of whatever it contains.' (This narration is graded Hasan by some scholars).