اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ قَلْبًا سَلِيمًا، وَلِسَانًا صَادِقًا، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا تَسْمَعُ، وَمِنْ شَرِّ مَا فِي الصَّدْرِ.
O Allah, I ask You for a sound heart and a truthful tongue, and I seek refuge in You from the evil of what I hear, and from the evil of what is in the chest.
Allahumma inni as'aluka qalban saleeman, wa lisaanan saadiqan, wa a'udhu bika min sharri ma tasma', wa min sharri ma fis-sadr.
When to Read
This dua is excellent to recite anytime, but particularly beneficial during times of personal reflection, before engaging in difficult conversations, or when feeling overwhelmed by negativity. Making it a part of your morning or evening routine can help cultivate a consistently gentle disposition.
How to Read
Recite with sincerity and focus, reflecting on the meaning of seeking a sound heart and truthful speech. Raise your hands in supplication as is customary for dua, and face the Qiblah if possible. Pause to truly feel the plea for protection from harmful speech and inner turmoil.
Virtues & Benefits
Seeking a 'qalban saleeman' (sound heart) means asking for a heart free from envy, hatred, pride, and all other ailments that corrupt one's intentions and actions. A truthful tongue ensures that our words reflect the purity of our hearts. This dua directly addresses the internal state and outward expression, aiming for holistic goodness and protection from harmful influences.
Source & Authentication
Al-Bara' ibn 'Azib (may Allah be pleased with him) narrated that the Prophet (peace be upon him) said: 'When you go to bed, perform Wudu like the Wudu for prayer, then lie down on your right side and say: Allahumma inni aslamtu wajhi ilaika, wa fawwadtu amri ilaika, wa alja'tu zahri ilaika raghbatan wa rahbatan ilaika, la malja'a wa la manja minka illa ilaika. Allahumma amantu bikitabika alladhi anzalta wa bi Nabiyyika alladhi arsalta. (O Allah, I have submitted myself to You, and entrusted my affairs to You, and turned my face towards You, seeking refuge from You with You. I have no refuge or shelter from You except with You. O Allah, I believe in Your Book which You revealed and in Your Prophet whom You sent.) Then if you die on that night, you will die upon Al-Fitrah. Let these be the last words you speak.' Al-Bara' said: 'And I repeated them to the Prophet (peace be upon him) and when I reached 'Allahumma amantu bikitabika alladhi anzalta wa bi Nabiyyika alladhi arsalta', I said: 'wa bi Rasoolika' (and your Messenger). The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: 'No, say: wa bi Nabiyyika alladhi arsalta.' (And your Prophet whom You sent.)' Another narration from Tirmidhi includes the addition: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka qalbana saleeman, wa lisaanan saadiqan, wa a'udhu bika min sharri ma tasma', wa min sharri ma fi as-sadr.' (O Allah, I ask You for a sound heart and a truthful tongue, and I seek refuge in You from the evil of what I hear, and from the evil of what is in the chest.)