اللَّهُمَّ اهْدِنِي فِيهِ لِصَالِحِ الأَعْمَالِ، وَاقْضِ لِي حَوَائِجِي وَآفَاتِي، يَا مَنْ لَا يَشْكُو عِلَّتَهُ إِلَّا أَنْتَ، يَا رَبِّ اغْفِرْ لِي وَارْحَمْنِي.
O Allah, guide me in it (this evening) to righteous deeds, and fulfill my needs and remove my afflictions. O You who has no one to complain to about His ailments except You, O Lord, forgive me and have mercy on me.
Allahumma ihdini feehi li-salihil a'mal, wa-qdhi li hawaa'iji wa-faat-ti, ya man la yashku 'illatahu illa anta, ya rab-bighfir li warhamni.
When to Read
This dua is particularly beneficial to recite in the evening, perhaps after Maghrib or before going to sleep. It's a moment when the day's hustle begins to quiet down, allowing for reflection and a focused plea to Allah for help in making wise choices and managing the challenges that arise.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a humble heart. Focus on the meaning of each phrase, acknowledging your dependence on Allah for guidance and success in your actions. It's a personal supplication, so feel free to pause and reflect on your specific needs and concerns.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication covers several crucial aspects of a believer's life. It asks for guidance to do 'righteous deeds,' which encompasses all actions pleasing to Allah. It also seeks the fulfillment of 'needs' and the removal of 'afflictions,' acknowledging Allah's power over all matters. The phrase 'O You who has no one to complain to about His ailments except You' is a profound recognition of Allah's absolute sufficiency and uniqueness, contrasting with human dependence. Finally, it concludes with a plea for forgiveness and mercy, essential for any Muslim's spiritual well-being.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Ali (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) used to say when he entered the evening: 'O Allah, guide me in it (this evening) to righteous deeds, and fulfill my needs and remove my afflictions. O You who has no one to complain to about His ailments except You, O Lord, forgive me and have mercy on me.' (He also used to say when he entered the morning): 'O Allah, guide me in it (this morning) to righteous deeds, and fulfill my needs and remove my afflictions. O You who has no one to complain to about His ailments except You, O Lord, forgive me and have mercy on me.'