ุฑูุจููููุง ุธูููู ูููุง ุฃููููุณูููุง ููุฅูู ูููู ู ุชูุบูููุฑู ููููุง ููุชูุฑูุญูู ูููุง ูููููููููููู ู ููู ุงููุฎูุงุณูุฑูููู
Our Lord, we have wronged ourselves, and if You do not forgive us and have mercy upon us, we will surely be among the losers.
Rabbana dhalamna anfusana wa il lam taghfir lana wa tarhamna lanakoonanna minal-khasireen
When to Read
This powerful supplication is for times when we reflect on our shortcomings, particularly those sins committed through the misuse of technology โ whether it's idle scrolling, engaging in backbiting online, viewing prohibited content, or any other digital transgression. Recite it with a sincere heart whenever you feel the weight of these sins, or after engaging in activities that might displease Allah.
How to Read
Recite this ayah with earnestness and a deep sense of regret. Raise your hands if possible, as this is a sign of seeking mercy. Believe that Allah is the Most Forgiving and Most Merciful, and He accepts sincere repentance. The act of recognizing our wrongdoing ('dhalamna anfusana' - 'we have wronged ourselves') is the first step towards seeking forgiveness.
Virtues & Benefits
This verse is a profound declaration of accountability and a direct plea for Allah's mercy. By acknowledging our sins, we open the door for Allah's forgiveness and compassion. It reminds us that the ultimate loss is to be deprived of Allah's grace. Reflecting on our digital habits through the lens of this ayah can lead to a conscious effort to purify our online presence and seek Allah's pleasure in all our actions.