ุงููููููู ูู ุงููููููู ุจูุญูููุงูููู ุนููู ุญูุฑูุงู ูููุ ููุฃูุบูููููู ุจูููุถููููู ุนูู ูููู ุณูููุงูู
O Allah, suffice me with what You have made lawful, instead of what You have made unlawful, and enrich me with Your bounty, so that I do not need to ask anyone besides You.
Allahummakfini bihalalika 'an haramik, wa aghnini bifadlika 'amman siwak
When to Read
This is a powerful supplication to recite regularly, especially when facing financial hardship or the burden of debt, particularly if it's incurred through circumstances beyond your direct control, like a partner's actions. Make it a habit after your obligatory prayers or during times of sincere reflection.
How to Read
Recite with sincere conviction, acknowledging Allah's power to provide. Raise your hands if possible, as this is a Sunnah for supplication. Focus on the meaning and the plea for lawful provision and independence from needing others.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua directly asks Allah to provide lawful means to avoid unlawful ones, thus protecting you from the sin and distress associated with haram earnings or dealings. It also seeks the 'ghina' (richness/sufficiency) that comes from Allah's grace, fostering contentment and removing the need to depend on people, which can lead to humiliation or obligation. This prayer is particularly relevant when dealing with debt that might have stemmed from a partner's financial decisions, as it seeks a broader provision that can help alleviate such burdens and protect your own financial integrity.
Source & Authentication
Narrated 'Ali: The Prophet Muhammad ๏ทบ (peace be upon him) said to me: 'Tell me, if you have a debt, shall I teach you some words to say? Say: O Allah, suffice me with what You have made lawful, instead of what You have made unlawful, and enrich me with Your bounty, so that I do not need to ask anyone besides You.' (Sahih al-Bukhari 6306).