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، وَجَلَاءَ حُزْنِي، وَذَهَابَ هَمِّي.
O Allah, I am Your servant, son of Your servant, son of Your maidservant. My forelock is in Your hand. Your command over me is ever effective. Your judgment concerning me is just. I ask You by every name that You have called Yourself, by which You have taught any of Your creation, or which You have revealed in Your Book, or which You have retained 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 grief, and the reliever of my worry.
Allahumma inni 'abdik, ibnu 'abdik, ibnu amatik, nasiyati bi-yadik, madin fiyya hukmuk, 'adlun fiyya qada'uk, as'aluka bi-kulli ismin huwa lak, sammayta bihi nafsak, aw 'allamtahu ahadan min khalqik, aw anzaltahu fi kitabi k, aw ista'tharta bihi fi 'ilm il-ghaybi 'indak, an taj'ala al-Qur'ana rabi'a qalbi, wa nura sadri, wa jala'a huzni, wa dhahaba hammi.
When to Read
This powerful supplication is perfect for moments when you feel overwhelmed by past regrets, mistakes, or painful memories. Recite it whenever you find yourself dwelling on what was, allowing the weight of the past to cloud your present and future. It's particularly beneficial during times of stress, anxiety, or when seeking a deeper sense of peace and contentment.
How to Read
Begin by reflecting on your dependence on Allah. Acknowledge that your life, your very being, is in His hands. Raise your hands in supplication, as was the practice of the Prophet ﷺ. Utter the words with sincerity and a hopeful heart, focusing on the profound meaning of seeking the Quran as the cure for your spiritual and emotional ailments. It is recommended to recite this dua with a clear intention and a belief that Allah hears and will answer.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua directly addresses the root of the fear of being haunted by the past by seeking the Quran as the ultimate source of solace and guidance. By making the Quran the 'springtime of the heart,' it revitalizes the soul, bringing life and growth where there was stagnation. As the 'light of the chest,' it illuminates understanding and clears away confusion. It acts as a 'banisher of grief' and a 'reliever of worry,' directly counteracting the negative emotions that arise from dwelling on the past. This comprehensive seeking from Allah promises not just relief but transformation, aligning the heart with divine wisdom and peace.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Ibn Mas'ud that the Prophet ﷺ said: Allah has not afflicted any servant with distress or grief, and he has said: O Allah, I am Your servant, son of Your servant, son of Your maidservant, my forelock is in Your hand, Your command over me is effective, Your judgment over me is just. I ask You by every name that You call Yourself, by which You have taught one of Your creatures, or that You have sent down in Your Book, or that You have kept in the knowledge of the unseen with You, that You make the Qur'an the delight of my heart and the light of my chest and the banisher of my grief and the reliever of my anxiety. (Allah will remove his distress and compensate him for his grief). It was said: O Messenger of Allah, should we learn these words? He said: Yes, it is incumbent upon every person who has heard them to learn them. (Narrated by Ahmad and Abu Ya'la, and its chain of).] A'ishah (may Allah be pleased with her) said that the Prophet ﷺ used to say: O Allah, I seek refuge in Your pleasure from Your anger, and in Your forgiveness from Your punishment, and in Your protection from Your wrath. I cannot enumerate Your praises. You are as You have praised Yourself. (Narrated by Tirmidhi and Abu Dawud, and it is Sahih).