اللَّهُمَّ أَذْهِبْ غَيْظَ قَلْبِهِ، وَاقْطَعْ شَجَرَهُ، وَأَطْفِ غَضَبَهُ، وَاجْعَلْهُ يَتَذَكَّرُهُ إِذَا كُنْتَ تُكَلِّمُهُ
O Allah, remove the anger from his heart, cut down its root, and extinguish his rage, and make him remember You when You speak to him.
Allahumma adh-hib ghayza qalbihi, waqta' shajarahu, wa atfi' ghadabahu, waj'alhu yatadhakkaruhu idha kunta tukallimuhu.
When to Read
This dua is particularly poignant after a gathering, meeting, or family event where harsh words were spoken or a disagreement escalated. Recite it privately, perhaps after leaving the gathering, with sincere intention for peace to return between those involved. It can also be recited if you were the one who felt wronged, seeking to soften the heart of the other person and find a peaceful resolution.
How to Read
Recite this dua with a sincere heart, focusing on the intention of restoring harmony and love. Imagine the conflict melting away and the bonds of brotherhood or sisterhood being strengthened. It's best recited in a state of purity (wudu) if possible, and with focus (khushu'). Direct your supplication to Allah, the One who turns hearts and resolves disputes.
Virtues & Benefits
This beautiful dua, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, offers a powerful way to seek Allah's intervention in mending relationships fractured by conflict. It focuses on internal states – the anger, the root of the anger, and the rage – seeking Allah to heal these deep-seated emotions. By asking Allah to make the person remember Him, it implicitly seeks to guide them towards seeking forgiveness and making amends, thus restoring peace and affection. This practice aligns with the Islamic emphasis on maintaining strong social ties and resolving disputes with wisdom and mercy.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ saw a man whose face was darkened and he was saying: 'O Allah, send down upon me the like of what has been sent down.' So the Prophet ﷺ said: 'O Allah, remove his anger.' He said: 'O Allah, remove the anger from his heart, cut down its root, and extinguish his rage, and make him remember You when You speak to him.' So the man said: 'O Allah, You have heard my prayer, but You have not answered it.' The Prophet ﷺ said: 'Verily, Allah loves the patient.'