اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ فِعْلَ الْخَيْرَاتِ، وَتَرْكَ الْمُنْكَرَاتِ، وَحُبَّ الْمَسَاكِينِ، وَإِذَا أَرَدْتَ فِي خَلْقِكَ فِتْنَةً فَتَوَفَّنِي إِلَيْهَا غَيْرَ مَفْتُونٍ، أَسْأَلُكَ حُبَّكَ، وَحُبَّ مَنْ يُحِبُّكَ، وَحُبَّ عَمَلٍ يُقَرِّبُ إِلَى حُبِّكَ
O Allah, I ask You to enable me to do good deeds, to shun evil deeds, and to love the poor. And I ask You to protect me from the trials that You decree for Your creation, so that You take me to Yourself without being tested by them. I ask You for Your love, and the love of those who love You, and the love of any deed that brings me closer to Your love.
Allahumma inni as'aluka fi'lal khayrat, wa tarkal munkarat, wa hubbal masakin, wa idha aradta fi khalqika fitnatan fatawaffani ilayha ghaira maftun. As'aluka hubbak, wa hubba man yuhibbuk, wa hubba 'amalin yuqarribu ila hubbik.
When to Read
This dua is profound and can be recited at any time, especially after prayers or during the quiet hours of the night. It's particularly beneficial when you feel your connection to Allah weakening, or when you're tempted by actions that might distance you from righteousness. Reflecting on this dua can help you reorient yourself towards Allah's pleasure.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a humble heart. Imagine yourself asking a loving Guardian for guidance and strength. It's best to raise your hands in supplication, as taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Focus on the meaning of each phrase, internalizing the request for strength in good deeds, avoidance of sin, love for the less fortunate, and ultimately, Allah's love and the love of actions that draw you nearer to Him. Consistency is key, so try to make it a regular part of your supplications.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua addresses several key aspects of maintaining a strong connection with Allah. It asks for the **ability to perform good deeds** (fi'lal khayrat) and the **strength to abstain from sins** (tarkal munkarat), which are the cornerstones of piety. It also cultivates **empathy and compassion** by asking for the love of the poor (hubbal masakin), reminding us of our shared humanity and the importance of caring for others. Crucially, it seeks protection from trials and tribulations, asking to die in a state of faith (ghaira maftun). Finally, the dua circles back to the most essential element: **seeking Allah's love** (hubbak) and the love of those who are beloved to Him, along with the love of deeds that bring one closer to His divine presence. This pursuit of Allah's love is the ultimate motivation for all righteous actions.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to teach this dua to his Companions, saying: 'O people, supplicate to Allah and ask Him for certainty in religion and in worldly matters. O people, supplicate to Allah before your hearts deviate, after they have been guided.' Then he mentioned this dua: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka fi'lal khayrat, wa tarkal munkarat, wa hubbal masakin, wa idha aradta fi khalqika fitnatan fatawaffani ilayha ghaira maftun. As'aluka hubbak, wa hubba man yuhibbuk, wa hubba 'amalin yuqarribu ila hubbik.' (O Allah, I ask You to enable me to do good deeds, to shun evil deeds, and to love the poor. And I ask You to protect me from the trials that You decree for Your creation, so that You take me to Yourself without being tested by them. I ask You for Your love, and the love of those who love You, and the love of any deed that brings me closer to Your love.)