اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ الْفِرْدَوْسَ أَعْلَاهُ، وَأَعْلَى الْجَنَّةِ عَرْشُ الرَّحْمَنِ، وَإِيَّاهُ نَبْتَغِي، وَأَسْأَلُكَ النَّجَاةَ مِنَ النَّارِ، وَالْفَوْزَ عِنْدَ الْحِسَابِ
O Allah, I ask You for Al-Firdaus, the highest part of it, and the highest of Paradise is the Throne of the Most Merciful, and from it we seek. And I ask You for salvation from the Fire, and success at the reckoning.
Allahumma inni as'alukal Firdausa a'lahu, wa a'lal Jannati 'Arshur-Rahmani, wa iyyahu nabtaghi, wa as'alukal najata minan-nari, wal fawza 'indal hisabi.
When to Read
This powerful dua should be recited regularly, especially during your daily prayers (after the Tashahhud and before the Tasleem), or at any time you feel the need to strengthen your resolve and seek Allah's protection. It's a profound supplication for ultimate success: entry into Paradise and deliverance from the Hellfire.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a humble heart, focusing on the immense mercy of Allah and the gravity of His punishment. Raise your hands in supplication as you make dua, and have firm belief that Allah is Al-Samee' (The All-Hearing) and Al-Mujeeb (The Responder of prayers).
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses two of the greatest desires for a believer: attaining the highest levels of Paradise (Al-Firdaus) and securing salvation from the Hellfire. It's a comprehensive request that reflects a deep understanding of our ultimate goal in this life and the Hereafter. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us this supplication, highlighting its immense significance for our spiritual well-being and eternal fate.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him): The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 'When you ask Allah, ask Him for Al-Firdaus, for it is the highest part of Paradise and the highest of it is the Throne of the Most Merciful, and from it springs of Paradise originate.' (Sunan At-Tirmidhi 3252). Another narration states: 'And I ask You for salvation from the Fire, and success at the reckoning.'