اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ فِعْلَ خَيْرَاتِكَ، وَتَرْكَ مُنْكَرَاتِكَ، وَحُبَّ الْمَسَاكِينِ، وَأَنْ تَغْفِرَ لِي وَتَرْحَمَنِي، وَإِذَا أَرَدْتَ بِالنَّاسِ فِتْنَةً فَتَوَفَّنِي إِلَيْكَ غَيْرَ مُفْتُونٍ
O Allah, I ask You to enable me to do good deeds, to abandon evil deeds, to love the poor, and to forgive me and have mercy on me. And if You intend to bring adversity upon people, then take me to Yourself without putting me through that trial.
Allahumma inni as'aluka fi'la khayratik, wa tark munakaratik, wa hubb al-masakin, wa an taghfira li wa tarhamani, wa idha aradta bin-nasi fitnatan fatawaffani ilayka ghayra maftun.
When to Read
This powerful dua is particularly relevant on Friday, a day blessed with unique spiritual opportunities. It can be recited after the obligatory prayers or during the special times on Friday when supplications are more likely to be answered, such as the hour of the 'Asr prayer or after reciting Surah Al-Kahf. It's a plea for divine guidance, mercy, and protection during times of trial.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a humble heart, facing the Qiblah if possible. Raise your hands as you do for other supplications. Believe firmly in Allah's ability to answer your prayers and to protect you from hardship. It's beneficial to reflect on the meaning of each phrase as you recite it, internalizing the request for divine assistance in doing good and avoiding evil, seeking His mercy, and asking for a righteous end.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication encompasses a comprehensive request for a righteous life and a peaceful end. It asks Allah to enable us to perform good deeds and abstain from evil, a cornerstone of living a life pleasing to Him. The request to love the poor shows a yearning for compassion and empathy, qualities highly valued in Islam. Most significantly, it includes a profound plea for protection from trials and tribulations, asking to be taken by Allah before being afflicted by them, signifying a desire for a dignified departure from this world. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ himself taught this dua, indicating its immense value.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abdullah ibn Mas'ud: The Prophet (ﷺ) said: 'Ask Allah for His favors. Verily, Allah loves to be asked for His favors. And the best of worship is to await relief.' Narrated Abu Hurairah: The Prophet (ﷺ) used to say: 'O Allah, I ask You for guidance, piety, chastity, and richness (contentment).' Abdullah ibn Mas'ud narrated: The Prophet (ﷺ) taught us a comprehensive supplication: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka fi'la khayratik, wa tark munakaratik, wa hubb al-masakin, wa an taghfira li wa tarhamani, wa idha aradta bin-nasi fitnatan fatawaffani ilayka ghayra maftun.' (O Allah, I ask You to enable me to do good deeds, to abandon evil deeds, to love the poor, and to forgive me and have mercy on me. And if You intend to bring adversity upon people, then take me to Yourself without putting me through that trial.)