يَا مُقَلِّبَ الْقُلُوبِ ثَبِّتْ قَلْبِي عَلَى دِينِكَ
O Turner of the hearts, keep my heart firm on Your religion.
Ya muqallib-al-qulubi, thabbit qalbi 'ala deenik.
When to Read
This dua is particularly poignant to recite as the day draws to a close and the night begins. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would often invoke this prayer, reminding us that our hearts are in Allah's hands, susceptible to change. Reciting it in the evening can be a powerful way to seek His protection over our faith as we navigate the quiet hours and prepare for the next day's challenges.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere conviction, reflecting on the constant need for Allah's guidance. Place your hand over your heart as you say it, a physical gesture of your supplication for inner stability. It is best recited after the Maghrib prayer, or simply at any point during the evening when you feel the need for spiritual grounding.
Virtues & Benefits
This short but profound dua encapsulates our utter reliance on Allah for maintaining our faith. It acknowledges His absolute power over our hearts, the most sensitive and crucial part of us. By asking Him to keep our hearts firm on His religion, we are seeking protection against doubt, wavering, and misguidance. The Prophet's ﷺ constant repetition of this supplication, even though he was promised Paradise, shows its immense importance for all believers.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Umm Salamah (may Allah be pleased with her) that the Messenger of Allah ﷺ would most often say when he broke his fast: 'O Turner of the hearts, keep my heart firm on Your religion.' And it was narrated from him that he said: 'The heart is between two of the fingers of the Most Merciful, Who turns it however He wills.'