اللَّهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لِي مَا قَدَّمْتُ وَمَا أَخَّرْتُ، وَمَا أَسْرَرْتُ وَمَا أَعْلَنْتُ، وَمَا أَسْرَفْتُ، وَمَا أَنْتَ أَعْلَمُ بِهِ مِنِّي، أَنْتَ الْمُقَدِّمُ وَأَنْتَ الْمُؤَخِّرُ، لاَ إِلَهَ إِلاَّ أَنْتَ
O Allah, forgive me for what I have committed in the past and what I will commit in the future, what I have concealed and what I have revealed, what I have exceeded, and what You know better than I. You are the One Who sends forth and the One Who delays. There is no god but You.
Allahumma-ghfir li ma qaddamtu wa ma akhkhartu, wa ma asrartu wa ma a'lantu, wa ma asraftu, wa ma anta a'lamu bihi minni, Antal-Muqaddimu wa Antal-Mu'akhkhiru, la ilaha illa Anta.
When to Read
This comprehensive dua is particularly potent when seeking general forgiveness, but especially beneficial after reflecting on specific instances where the tongue might have been misused. It's excellent to recite at any time, whether in the morning, evening, or before sleeping, as a constant practice of seeking Allah's pardon.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and heartfelt remorse. Raise your hands in supplication as the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us regarding du'a. Visualize Allah's immense mercy and believe that He is capable of forgiving all sins. Understand that this dua encompasses all aspects of your actions, including those involving speech.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a powerful plea for comprehensive forgiveness, covering both past and future sins, public and private transgressions. It acknowledges Allah's perfect knowledge of our shortcomings and His absolute power over all matters. By reciting it, we affirm our reliance on Him and our belief in His oneness, seeking His mercy for every sin, including those committed through careless words, gossip, backbiting, or any other misuse of the tongue.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Ali ibn Abi Talib (may Allah be pleased with him): The Messenger of Allah ﷺ used to recite the following supplication: 'O Allah, forgive me for what I have committed in the past and what I will commit in the future, what I have concealed and what I have revealed, what I have exceeded, and what You know better than I. You are the One Who sends forth and the One Who delays. There is no god but You.'