اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي عَبْدُكَ، ابْنُ عَبْدِكَ، ابْنُ أَمَتِكَ، نَاصِيَتِي بِيَدِكَ، مَاضٍ فِيَّ حُكْمُكَ، عَدْلٌ فِيَّ قَضَاؤُكَ، أَسْأَلُكَ بِكُلِّ اسْمٍ هُوَ لَكَ، سَمَّيْتَ بِهِ نَفْسَكَ، أَوْ عَلَّمْتَهُ أَحَدًا مِنْ خَلْقِكَ، أَوْ أَنْزَلْتَهُ فِي كِتَابِكَ، أَوْ اسْتَأْثَرْتَ بِهِ فِي عِلْمِ الْغَيْبِ عِنْدَكَ، أَنْ تَجْعَلَ الْقُرْآنَ رَبِيعَ قَلْبِي، وَنُورَ صَدْرِي، وَجِلَاءَ حُزْنِي، وَذَهَابَ هَمِّي.
O Allah, I am Your servant, son of Your servant, son of Your maidservant. My forelock is in Your hand. Your command over me is ever effective. Your judgment over me is just. I ask You by every name that You have called Yourself, that You have taught to any one of Your creation, or revealed in Your Book, or have preserved in the knowledge of the unseen with You, that You make the Quran the springtime of my heart, and the light of my chest, the banisher of my grief, and the reliever of my anxiety.
Allahumma inni 'abduka, ibnu 'abdika, ibnu amatik, nasiyati biyadika, madin fiyya hukkumuka, 'adlun fiyya qada'uka, as'aluka bikulli ismin huwa lak, sammayta bihi nafsaka, aw 'allamtahu ahadan min khalqika, aw anzaltahu fi kitabi-ka, aw ista'tharta bihi fi 'ilmil-ghaibi 'indaka, an taj'al al-Qur'ana rabī'a qalbi, wa nūra sadri, wa jalā'a huzni, wa dhahaba hammi.
When to Read
This dua is perfect for moments when the challenges of raising children feel overwhelming. Whether it's the sleepless nights, the constant demands, the emotional toll, or the sheer exhaustion, this supplication can be a source of immense comfort and strength. Recite it when you feel your patience waning, your heart heavy with worry, or your energy depleted. It's especially useful during difficult phases of childhood, like toddler tantrums, teenage angst, or the general struggle to balance family life with other responsibilities.
How to Read
Begin with sincerity and a firm belief in Allah's power to ease your burdens. Start by reciting 'Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim' (In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful). Raise your hands in supplication, a sign of your reliance on Allah. Recite the Arabic text with its proper pronunciation, focusing on the meaning of each phrase. Feel the weight of your worries being offered to Allah. You can repeat this dua multiple times, especially during the quiet hours of the night or after your obligatory prayers. Remember to maintain a state of purity (wudu) if possible. While this specific dua focuses on the Quran as a source of relief, personalize your supplication by also asking Allah for strength, patience, wisdom, and guidance in dealing with your children and the specific trials you face as a parent.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful dua, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to a companion in distress, offers profound spiritual and emotional benefits. By invoking Allah using His most beautiful names and attributes, you affirm His sovereignty and your dependence on Him, which can bring immense peace. The dua specifically asks for the Quran to be a 'springtime for the heart,' suggesting that immersing yourself in its verses and teachings can revive your spirit, bring joy, and heal emotional wounds. It serves as a powerful reminder that the greatest relief from anxiety and grief comes from turning to Allah and His divine guidance. For parents, this translates to finding solace and strength in Allah's words when navigating the demanding journey of raising children, allowing for renewed patience and a more positive outlook.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated that Ibn Mas'ud said: The Prophet (ﷺ) said: "No servant is afflicted by any worry or grief, and he says: Allahumma inni 'abduka, ibnu 'abdika, ibnu amatik, nasiyati biyadika, madin fiyya hukkumuka, 'adlun fiyya qada'uka, as'aluka bikulli ismin huwa lak, sammayta bihi nafsaka, aw 'allamtahu ahadan min khalqika, aw anzaltahu fi kitabi-ka, aw ista'tharta bihi fi 'ilmil-ghaibi 'indaka, an taj'al al-Qur'ana rabī'a qalbi, wa nūra sadri, wa jalā'a huzni, wa dhahaba hammi. (Allahumma inni 'abduka, ibnu 'abdika, ibnu amatik, nasiyati biyadika, madin fiyya hukkumuka, 'adlun fiyya qada'uka, as'aluka bikulli ismin huwa lak, sammayta bihi nafsaka, aw 'allamtahu ahadan min khalqika, aw anzaltahu fi kitabi-ka, aw ista'tharta bihi fi 'ilmil-ghaibi 'indaka, an taj'al al-Qur'ana rabī'a qalbi, wa nūra sadri, wa jalā'a huzni, wa dhahaba hammi) – except that Allah will take away his worry and grief, and replace it with what is better." He was asked: "Should we learn these words?" He said: "Yes, of course, whoever hears them should learn them." (Sunan Ibn Majah 3826, Sahih attributed by al-Albani)