اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ خَيْرَهَا وَخَيْرَ أَهْلِهَا وَخَيْرَ مَا جُبِلَتْ عَلَيْهِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّهَا وَشَرِّ أَهْلِهَا وَشَرِّ مَا جُبِلَتْ عَلَيْهِ.
O Allah, I ask You for its goodness, and the goodness of its people, and the goodness of what You have created it with. And I seek refuge in You from its evil, and the evil of its people, and the evil of what You have created it with.
Allahumma inni as'aluka khayraha wa khayra ahliha wa khayra ma jubilat 'alayhi, wa a'udhu bika min sharriha wa sharri ahliha wa sharri ma jubilat 'alayhi.
When to Read
This dua is recommended when entering a new situation or place, which can extend to entering negotiations or meetings where a specific outcome is desired. Recite it before you begin the discussion or decision-making process. It's about seeking Allah's blessing for a situation that is about to unfold, ensuring it is framed within goodness and protection from harm.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely before commencing negotiations or entering into an agreement. Raise your hands if appropriate, as is customary when making dua, and focus your heart on seeking Allah's assistance and guidance. Visualize a positive and fair outcome, trusting in Allah's plan.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication seeks the best of the situation and its people, aligning the outcome with Allah's wisdom. It also provides protection from any hidden evils or negative influences that might be present. By reciting this, you are entrusting the matter to Allah, seeking His facilitation and blessing, which is the ultimate source of success in all endeavors.
Source & Authentication
Umm Salamah (may Allah be pleased with her) reported: The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: 'When you visit a sick person or a dead person [i.e., attend a funeral prayer], say: Allahumma inni as'aluka khayraha wa khayra ahliha wa khayra ma jubilat 'alayhi, wa a'udhu bika min sharriha wa sharri ahliha wa sharri ma jubilat 'alayhi. (O Allah, I ask You for its goodness, and the goodness of its people, and the goodness of what You have created it with. And I seek refuge in You from its evil, and the evil of its people, and the evil of what You have created it with.)'