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 besides You.
Allahumma akfini bihalalika 'an haramika wa aghnini bifadlika 'amman siwak
When to Read
This dua is beautifully suited for the evening, especially when the day's work feels incomplete. As the sun sets and you're perhaps looking at a list of tasks still undone, or simply feeling the weight of responsibilities, reciting this dua can shift your focus from what's lacking to Allah's infinite provision. It's a moment to consciously hand over your worries and acknowledge His sufficiency.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity, reflecting on its meaning. Imagine yourself asking the Almighty directly for His help and contentment. It's best recited after Asr prayer or as part of your evening remembrance, perhaps while sitting in a quiet space, visualizing Allah's boundless blessings protecting you from need and worry. Raising your hands in supplication is also a Sunnah, though not strictly required for this specific wording.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful dua addresses two core aspects of our lives: our sustenance and our reliance on Allah. By asking Him to suffice us with lawful means, we affirm our commitment to earning and living Islamically, avoiding that which is forbidden. The second part, asking for enrichment through His grace, is a deep expression of Tawakkul (trust in Allah). It teaches us that true richness isn't in material wealth alone, but in the contentment and freedom from dependence on creation that Allah's grace provides. It's a profound way to find peace by acknowledging that Allah is Al-Ghani (The Rich, The Self-Sufficient) and He is enough for us, especially when feeling overwhelmed by the day's demands.
Source & Authentication
The hadith in Tirmidhi, graded Hasan, states that Ali ibn Abi Talib (may Allah be pleased with him) narrated that a servant came to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and said, 'O Messenger of Allah, I find it hard to stay steadfast (on the right path) and I am often shown what I dislike. I am also often late for the prayer.' The Prophet ﷺ said: 'Should I not teach you words that, if you say them, Allah will remove what you dislike from you, and if you say them, you will be able to pay your debts and they will suffice you and be the means of your being in no need of anyone besides you? Say in the morning: 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 besides You. And when you have prayed (i.e. Fajr), say that twice.' While the hadith specifically mentions saying it in the morning after Fajr, the essence of seeking Allah's sufficiency and lawful provision is timeless and profoundly relevant in the evening when facing the consequences of unfulfilled tasks or the anxieties of daily life. The core supplication remains a source of peace and reliance.