اللَّهُمَّ اهْدِنِي لِأَحْسَنِ الْأَخْلَاقِ لَا يَهْدِي لِأَحْسَنِهَا إِلَّا أَنْتَ وَاصْرِفْ عَنِّي سَيِّئَهَا لَا يَصْرِفُ عَنِّي سَيِّئَهَا إِلَّا أَنْتَ
O Allah, guide me to the best of characters. None can guide to the best of it but You. And divert me from bad characters. None can divert me from bad of it but You.
Allahumma ihdini li-ahsani al-akhlaq, la yahdi li-ahsaniha illa Anta, wasrif 'anni sayyi'aha, la yasrifu 'anni sayyi'aha illa Anta.
When to Read
This is a powerful dua to make regularly, especially after prayers. You can also recite it when you feel a slip in your character, or when you're facing situations that test your patience and manners. Making it a habit ensures you're constantly seeking Allah's help to embody the noble character exemplified by our Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, understanding that true character reform comes only from Allah. Raise your hands as you would for any other supplication. Focus on the meaning of the words and visualize yourself embodying those excellent qualities. Make it a consistent part of your daily remembrance (dhikr) and personal prayers.
Virtues & Benefits
Seeking Allah's guidance for good character is a sign of strong faith. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, despite being the best of creation, constantly turned to Allah for this very guidance. This dua helps purify our intentions, improve our interactions with others, and draw us closer to the Sunnah. Embodying good character is not just about outward behavior; it reflects the inner state of our heart and is a significant part of our deen, pleasing to Allah and beloved by the Prophet ﷺ.
Source & Authentication
‘Aa’ishah (may Allah be pleased with her) reported: The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) used to supplicate: ‘Allahumma ihdini li-ahsani al-akhlaq, la yahdi li-ahsaniha illa Anta, wasrif 'anni sayyi'aha, la yasrifu 'anni sayyi'aha illa Anta.' (O Allah, guide me to the best of characters. None can guide to the best of it but You. And divert me from bad characters. None can divert me from bad of it but You.)