اللَّهُمَّ اكْفِنِي بِحَلالِكَ عَنْ حَرَامِكَ، وَأَغْنِنِي بِفَضْلِكَ عَمَّنْ سِوَاكَ
O Allah, suffice me with Your lawful provision instead of Your unlawful provision, and enrich me with Your grace, so that I may not need anyone but You.
Allahumma ikfini bihalalika 'an haramika, wa aghnini bifadlika 'amman siwak
When to Read
This powerful dua is best recited before going to sleep. As the day draws to a close, and we prepare to rest, it's a perfect moment to seek Allah's help in navigating our worldly affairs with integrity and relying solely on Him for our needs. Reciting it in the evening sets a mindful tone for our rest, entrusting our responsibilities and well-being to the Almighty.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and heartfelt conviction. Imagine yourself speaking directly to Allah, acknowledging His power and your reliance on Him. Focus on the meaning of the words: asking for lawful sustenance, protection from forbidden things, and true contentment that comes from depending on Allah alone. It's a personal supplication, so feel free to raise your hands slightly if you wish, as is customary when making dua.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates profound reliance on Allah. It asks for protection from falling into unlawful means of sustenance, a common struggle in the modern world. By seeking Allah's grace, we pray for contentment and independence from relying on others, which can lead to humility and potential dependency. It's a holistic request for both spiritual and material well-being, guided by Allah's perfect law. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua to his uncle Al-Abbas (may Allah be pleased with him) as a means of gaining sufficient provision and independence.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said to Al-Abbas, the uncle of the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ): 'O Uncle, I will give you, I will offer you, I will grant you, I will seek refuge for you, I will bestow upon you, I will aid you, I will give you ten [times]. He said: (Allahumma ikfini bihalalika 'an haramika, wa aghnini bifadlika 'amman siwak) 'O Allah, suffice me with Your lawful provision instead of Your unlawful provision, and enrich me with Your grace, so that I may not need anyone but You.' Then he said: 'Say this every morning and evening and when you go to bed.'