اللَّهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لِي ذَنْبِي كُلَّهُ، دِقَّهُ وَجِلَّهُ، أَوَّلَهُ وَآخِرَهُ، عَلَانِيَتَهُ وَسِرَّهُ
O Allah, forgive me all my sins, the minor and the major, the first and the last, the apparent and the secret.
Allahumma-ghfirli dhanbi kullahu, diqqahu wa jillahu, awwalahu wa akhirahu, 'alanitahu wa sirrahu
When to Read
This powerful supplication is especially relevant when you find yourself caught in a cycle of sin. It's not about excusing our actions, but acknowledging our weakness and turning to Allah with sincere hope for His mercy, even when we struggle. Recite it after every prayer, during the night, or at any moment you feel the weight of your transgressions and a desire to break free.
How to Read
Recite this dua with a sincere heart, acknowledging your shortcomings before Allah. Raise your hands as you would for any supplication, and let the words flow from your tongue while your heart is filled with a genuine desire for Allah's forgiveness. It's crucial to accompany this dua with a firm intention to cease the sins you are committing and to actively strive against them.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates a comprehensive plea for forgiveness, covering all aspects of our sins. It shows our recognition of Allah's infinite mercy and our reliance on Him. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us this comprehensive supplication, demonstrating that even when we fall short, seeking Allah's forgiveness is always a path to Him. The underlying principle is that sincere repentance, coupled with a resolve to change, is the key to Allah's forgiveness, regardless of the sin.
Source & Authentication
Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) said: The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) turned to us and said: 'O people, Allah has enjoined upon you repentance, so repent. I swear by Allah that I seek forgiveness from Allah and turn to Him in repentance more than seventy times a day.' In another narration: 'more than a hundred times a day.' [Sahih Muslim 771]. The specific phrasing for the dua is attributed to the Prophet's own supplication in various contexts of seeking comprehensive forgiveness.