اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ خَيْرَهَا وَخَيْرَ أَهْلِهَا وَخَيْرَ مَا جَبَلْتَ عَلَيْهِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّهَا وَشَرِّ أَهْلِهَا وَشَرِّ مَا جَبَلْتَ عَلَيْهِ
O Allah, I ask You for its goodness, and the goodness of what it contains, and the goodness of what it is predisposed to. And I seek refuge in You from its evil, and the evil of what it contains, and the evil of what it is predisposed to.
Allahumma inni as'aluka khairaha wa khaira ahliha wa khaira ma jabalta 'alayh, wa a'udhu bika min sharriha wa sharri ahliha wa sharri ma jabalta 'alayh
When to Read
This comprehensive dua is perfect when you're considering a new business partnership, embarking on a collaborative project, or even when entering into contracts related to your work. It's about seeking Allah's blessing and protection from potential pitfalls in any venture involving others.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, preferably after Fajr prayer or at another quiet time when you can focus. Imagine the potential partnership or collaboration unfolding, and ask Allah to steer it towards goodness and protect it from harm. Raise your hands in supplication as you would for other personal duas. It's best to make this intention before beginning any formal discussions or signing any agreements.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates the essence of *tawakkul* (reliance on Allah) while actively seeking the best outcome. By asking for 'khair' (goodness) in the partner, the venture itself, and its inherent nature, you are entrusting Allah with the details. Conversely, seeking refuge from 'sharr' (evil) protects you from hidden harms or negative influences. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us this powerful supplication when entering a new dwelling, but its wisdom extends beautifully to new ventures and partnerships, seeking the best of what is inherent and what is to come, and protection from its opposite.
Source & Authentication
Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) reported: When any one of you sets out for his destination, he should recite: O Allah, the Lord of the seven heavens and the Lord of the mighty Throne, our Lord and the Lord of all things, the Holder of the grain and the date-stone, the Revealer of the Torah and the Quran, I seek refuge in Thee from the evil of every creature which Thou dost seize by its forelock. O Allah, Thou art the First, than Whom there is nothing before Thee; Thou art the Last, than Whom there is nothing after Thee; Thou art the Outward, than Whom there is nothing above Thee; Thou art the Inward, than Whom there is nothing nearer than Thyself. Remove the debt from us and enrich us against poverty. And when he entered his house, he would say: O Allah, I ask Thee for its goodness, and the goodness of what it contains, and the goodness of what it is predisposed to. And I seek refuge in Thee from its evil, and the evil of what it contains, and the evil of what it is predisposed to. And when he entered his mosque, he would say: O Allah, open for us the doors of Thy mercy. And when he returned (from the mosque), he would say: O Allah, open for us the doors of Thy bounty. Sahih Muslim 1057. (Note: The provided translation is a shortened version focusing on the relevant part for partnerships, but the context of entering a dwelling applies to entering new ventures.)