اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ الثَّبَاتَ فِي الأَمْرِ، وَالْعَزِيمَةَ عَلَى الرُّشْدِ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ شُكْرَ نِعْمَتِكَ، وَحُسْنَ عِبَادَتِكَ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ قَلْبًا سَلِيمًا، وَلِسَانًا صَادِقًا، وَأَسْأَلُكَ مِنْ خَيْرِ مَا تَعْلَمُ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا تَعْلَمُ، وَأَسْتَغْفِرُكَ لِمَا تَعْلَمُ إِنَّكَ أَنْتَ عَلَّامُ الْغُيُوبِ
O Allah, I ask You for steadfastness in all matters, and resolve in following the right path. I ask You to enable me to be grateful for Your favors and to worship You in the best manner. I ask You for a sound heart and a truthful tongue. I ask You for the good You know, and I seek refuge in You from the evil You know, and I ask Your forgiveness for what You know. Indeed, You are the Knower of all hidden things.
Allahumma inni as'alukath-thabata fil-amr, wal-'azeemata 'alar-rushd, wa as'aluka shukra ni'matika, wa husna 'ibadatika, wa as'aluka qalban saleeman, wa lisaanan saadiqan, wa as'aluka min khairi ma ta'lam, wa a'udhu bika min sharri ma ta'lam, wa astaghfiruka lima ta'lam, innaka anta 'allamul-ghuyoob.
When to Read
This is a profound supplication that can be recited at any time, but it's particularly beneficial during times of reflection, before making important decisions, or when feeling a need to reaffirm your commitment to Allah. It's a beautiful dua to include in your daily routine, perhaps after your obligatory prayers, to ensure your faith and actions remain aligned with what pleases Allah.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a present heart. Focus on the meaning of each phrase. Ensure you are in a state of purity if possible, as this is a sign of respect when approaching Allah. Raising your hands is also a recommended etiquette for making dua, especially when asking for specific needs. It's about connecting with Allah, seeking His guidance, and acknowledging His complete knowledge.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is comprehensive, encompassing the core of a believer's journey. Asking for 'steadfastness in all matters' (ath-thabata fil-amr) means asking Allah to keep us firm on Islam, regardless of life's challenges and temptations. 'Resolve in following the right path' (al-'azeemata 'alar-rushd) is a request for the strength to make the right choices, to pursue truth and guidance. The dua also touches upon gratitude ('shukra ni'matika') and excellence in worship ('husna 'ibadatika'), which are foundational to pleasing Allah. Furthermore, it asks for internal purity ('a sound heart') and outward sincerity ('a truthful tongue'), vital for authenticity in belief and action. It acknowledges Allah's omniscience by asking for the good He knows and seeking refuge from the evil He knows, culminating in seeking His forgiveness for any shortcomings. This comprehensive request helps safeguard one's faith and actions, aligning them with Allah's pleasure.
Source & Authentication
The Hadith describes that Thawban (may Allah be pleased with him) said: "When the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) finished his prayer, he would seek forgiveness three times and say: 'Allahumma antas-Salam wa minkas-Salam, tabarakta ya Dhal-Jalali wal-Ikram.' Then he said: 'O people, indeed the worries of this world may preoccupy you. When one of you prays to Allah, let him begin with praising Allah and glorifying Him, and then ask of Allah for his needs. Then he should say: Allahumma inni as'alukath-thabata fil-amr, wal-'azeemata 'alar-rushd, wa as'aluka shukra ni'matika, wa husna 'ibadatika, wa as'aluka qalbansaleeman, wa lisaanan saadiqan, wa as'aluka min khairi ma ta'lam, wa a'udhu bika min sharri ma ta'lam, wa astaghfiruka lima ta'lam, innaka anta 'allamul-ghuyoob.' (O Allah, You are Peace, and from You comes peace. Blessed are You, O Owner of majesty and honor.) O Allah, I ask You for steadfastness in all matters, and resolve in following the right path. I ask You to enable me to be grateful for Your favors and to worship You in the best manner. I ask You for a sound heart and a truthful tongue. I ask You for the good You know, and I seek refuge in You from the evil You know, and I ask Your forgiveness for what You know. Indeed, You are the Knower of all hidden things."