اللَّهُمَّ اهْدِنِي وَسَدِّدْنِي وَاذْكُرْ بِالْحَقِّ طَرِيقَ الضَّلَالَةِ
O Allah, guide me and set me on the right path, and remind me of the path of misguidance with truth.
Allahumma ihdini wa saddidni, wadhkur bil-haqq tariq-ad-dalalah
When to Read
Recite this dua regularly, especially when you feel overwhelmed by social media, before logging on, or when you notice yourself being negatively influenced by it. It's a powerful prayer to ask Allah for clarity and direction in navigating the digital world.
How to Read
Raise your hands in supplication, face the Qiblah if possible, and recite with sincerity and a heartfelt desire for Allah's guidance. Understand the meaning and feel the plea for divine assistance in discerning truth from falsehood and resisting temptation.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua directly asks Allah for guidance (Hidayah) and for being set on the straight path (Saddidni). It also implores Allah to make the paths of misguidance clear, so we can recognize and avoid them. This is crucial in an age where the lines between right and wrong, truth and falsehood, can be easily blurred by online content. By seeking this specific type of guidance, we aim to protect our hearts and minds from the subtle yet potent effects of negative social media, like envy, comparison, gossip, and time-wasting.
Source & Authentication
Ibn Mas'ud (may Allah be pleased with him) said: The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) taught me a comprehensive supplication for seeking guidance. He said: 'O Allah, I ask You for guidance, righteousness, chastity, and richness.' (Sahih Muslim 2721) Another narration from Ibn Mas'ud (may Allah be pleased with him) states: The Prophet (peace be upon him) used to supplicate: 'O Allah, I ask You for guidance, righteousness, chastity, and richness.' (Sahih Muslim 2721). The dua provided in the entry is derived from related supplications seeking guidance and clarity, focusing on the specific challenge of identifying and avoiding misguidance, which is highly relevant to social media's influence.