اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي عَبْدُكَ، ابْنُ عَبْدِكَ، ابْنُ أَمَتِكَ، نَاصِيَتِي بِيَدِكَ، مَاضٍ فِيَّ حُكْمُكَ، عَدْلٌ فِيَّ قَضَاؤُكَ، أَسْأَلُكَ بِكُلِّ اسْمٍ هُوَ لَكَ سَمَّيْتَ بِهِ نَفْسَكَ، أَوْ عَلَّمْتَهُ أَحَدًا مِنْ خَلْقِكَ، أَوْ أَنْزَلْتَهُ فِي كِتَابِكَ، أَوْ اسْتَأْثَرْتَ بِهِ فِي عِلْمِ الْغَيْبِ عِنْدَكَ، أَنْ تَجْعَلَ الْقُرْآنَ رَبِيعَ قَلْبِي، وَنُورَ صَدْرِي، وَجِلَاءَ حُزْنِي، وَذَهَابَ هَمِّي.
O Allah, I am Your servant, son of Your servant, son of Your female-servant. My forelock is in Your hand. Your command over me is forever enacted. Your justice over me is forever true. I ask You by every name that You have called Yourself, or revealed to any of Your creation, or sent down in Your Book, or kept in the knowledge of the unseen with You, that You make the Quran the springtime of my heart, the light of my chest, the banisher of my sadness, and the reliever of my worries.
Allahumma inni 'abduka, ibnu 'abdika, ibnu amatik, nasiyatii biyadika, madin fiyya hukmuka, 'adlun fiyya qadaa'uka, as'aluka bikulli ismin huwa laka, sammayta bihi nafsaka, aw 'allamtahu ahadan min khalqika, aw anzaltahu fi kitadika, aw ista'tharta bihi fi 'ilm il-ghaybi 'indaka, an taj'ala al-Qur'ana rabii'a qalbi, wa nuura sadri, wa jalaa'a huzni, wa dhahaaba hammi.
When to Read
This powerful dua is perfect for reciting before stepping onto a stage, delivering a presentation, or engaging in any situation where you might feel anxious about public speaking or the judgment of others. Make it a habit to say it during your commute, right before you enter the venue, or even in the minutes leading up to your turn. It’s a moment to connect with Allah, seeking His support directly.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere conviction, focusing on the meaning of each word. Imagine Allah's overwhelming mercy and power as you utter it. Place your trust in Him, acknowledging that all strength and success come from Him. Taking a moment to breathe deeply before reciting can also help calm your nerves and focus your intention.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication is not just about easing anxiety; it's a profound affirmation of Tawhid (Oneness of Allah) and reliance on Him. By acknowledging His complete control over your life ('My forelock is in Your hand'), you are relinquishing your fear to Him. Asking Him by His beautiful names and the Quran itself, the ultimate guide, brings immense peace and confidence. It shifts your focus from the potential judgment of people to the mercy and support of the Creator, making the task of speaking or performing feel less daunting.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 'When any of you feels worried or anxious about something, he should say: Allahumma inni 'abduka, ibnu 'abdika, ibnu amatik, nasiyatii biyadika, madin fiyya hukmuka, 'adlun fiyya qadaa'uka, as'aluka bikulli ismin huwa laka, sammayta bihi nafsaka, aw 'allamtahu ahadan min khalqika, aw anzaltahu fi kitadika, aw ista'tharta bihi fi 'ilm il-ghaybi 'indaka, an taj'ala al-Qur'ana rabii'a qalbi, wa nuura sadri, wa jalaa'a huzni, wa dhahaaba hammi.' (O Allah, I am Your servant, son of Your servant, son of Your female-servant. My forelock is in Your hand. Your command over me is forever enacted. Your justice over me is forever true. I ask You by every name that You have called Yourself, or revealed to any of Your creation, or sent down in Your Book, or kept in the knowledge of the unseen with You, that You make the Quran the springtime of my heart, the light of my chest, the banisher of my sadness, and the reliever of my worries.) This hadith was narrated by Ahmad and graded as Hasan.