اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي عَبْدُكَ، ابْنُ عَبْدِكَ، ابْنُ أَمَتِكَ، نَاصِيَتِي بِيَدِكَ، مَاضٍ فِيَّ حُكْمُكَ، عَدْلٌ فِيَّ قَضَاؤُكَ، أَسْأَلُكَ بِكُلِّ اسْمٍ هُوَ لَكَ، سَمَّيْتَ بِهِ نَفْسَكَ، أَوْ عَلَّمْتَهُ أَحَدًا مِنْ خَلْقِكَ، أَوْ أَنْزَلْتَهُ فِي كِتَابِكَ، أَوْ اسْتَأْثَرْتَ بِهِ فِي عِلْمِ الْغَيْبِ عِنْدَكَ، أَنْ تَجْعَلَ الْقُرْآنَ رَبِيعَ قَلْبِي، وَنُورَ صَدْرِي، وَجِلَاءَ حُزْنِي، وَذَهَابَ هَمِّي.
O Allah, I am Your servant, son of Your servant, son of Your maidservant. My forelock is in Your hand. Your command over me is enacted, and Your decision concerning me is just. I ask You by every name that You have called Yourself, or revealed to any of Your creation, or sent down in Your Book, or kept hidden in Your knowledge of the unseen, that You make the Qur'an the spring of my heart, the light of my chest, the remover of my grief, and the banisher of my worries.
Allahumma inni 'abduka, ibnu 'abdika, ibnu amatika, nasiyatii biyadika, madin fiyya huku-muka, 'adlun fiyya qadaa'uka, as'aluka bikulli ismin huwa laka, sammayta bihi nafsaka, aw 'allamtahu ahadan min khalqika, aw anzaltahu fi kitabi-ka, aw ista'tharta bihi fi 'ilmil-ghaybi 'indaka, an taj'alal-Qur'ana rabii'a qalbii, wa noora sadrii, wa jalaa'a huznii, wa dhahaaba hammii.
When to Read
This powerful supplication is particularly beneficial to recite on Friday. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us that Friday is a special day, a day of abundant blessings. Making dua on this day, especially during the blessed hour after Asr prayer, carries immense weight. When you feel the weight of the world on your shoulders, when worries cloud your mind, or anxiety grips your heart, turn to this dua. It's perfect for reciting before the Jumu'ah khutbah, or at any moment on Friday when you seek inner peace and solace.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a humble heart. Face the Qiblah if possible, and raise your hands in supplication as the Prophet ﷺ would do. Believe that Allah (SWT) is the ultimate source of relief. Focus on the meaning of the words, acknowledging Allah's absolute power and wisdom. Repeat it with conviction, allowing the profound meaning of seeking the Qur'an as a cure for your heart and soul to resonate within you. It is recommended to make this dua on Friday, particularly after the Asr prayer, as it is believed to be a time when duas are readily accepted.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua directly asks Allah (SWT) to make the Qur'an the remedy for distress. The Qur'an is described as the 'spring of the heart,' bringing life and renewal. It's the 'light of the chest,' illuminating understanding and dispelling darkness. It's the 'remover of grief' and the 'banisher of worries,' providing profound peace and comfort. By seeking refuge in Allah's perfect names and attributes, you acknowledge His capability to solve any problem and ease any burden. Reciting this on Friday aligns your supplication with the blessings of this sacred day.
Source & Authentication
Ahmad narrated in his Musnad from Abdullah ibn Mas'ud (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 'There is no servant who is afflicted with distress and then says: (Allahumma inni 'abduka, ibnu 'abdika, ibnu amatika, nasiyatii biyadika, madin fiyya huku-muka, 'adlun fiyya qadaa'uka, as'aluka bikulli ismin huwa laka, sammayta bihi nafsaka, aw 'allamtahu ahadan min khalqika, aw anzaltahu fi kitabi-ka, aw ista'tharta bihi fi 'ilmil-ghaybi 'indaka, an taj'alal-Qur'ana rabii'a qalbii, wa noora sadrii, wa jalaa'a huznii, wa dhahaaba hammii.) - except that Allah will remove his distress and replace his worry with that which is better.' So, the people said: 'O Messenger of Allah, should we learn these words?' He said: 'Yes, indeed! It is incumbent upon everyone who hears them to learn them.'