اللَّهُمَّ افْتَحْ لِي أَبْوَابَ رَحْمَتِكَ
O Allah, open for me the doors of Your mercy.
Allahumma iftah li abwaba rahmatik
When to Read
This dua is recited upon entering the Masjid. While the primary intention is seeking Allah's mercy in general, the sanctity and peace of the masjid make it an ideal place to seek divine help for resolving interpersonal conflicts. One can hold the intention in their heart for guidance and a peaceful resolution as they recite this dua upon entering.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and humility upon entering the Masjid, preferably with the right foot first. As you enter, visualize the doors of Allah's mercy opening for you, and carry the intention of seeking His help for a peaceful resolution to any conflict you are experiencing.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication invites Allah's boundless mercy. When seeking solutions to conflicts, approaching the House of Allah with this intention is a powerful way to invoke divine assistance. The Masjid is a place of tranquility and spiritual connection, making it conducive to asking for clarity, patience, and wisdom to mend broken relationships. Allah's mercy is the source of all solutions and the balm for all disputes.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Usayd Malik bin Rab'iah: Allah's Messenger ﷺ said: 'When one of you enters the mosque, he should say: Allahumma iftah li abwaba rahmatik (O Allah, open for me the doors of Your mercy). And when he goes out, he should say: Allahumma inni as'aluka min fadlik (O Allah, I ask of You from Your grace).'