اللَّهُمَّ اهْدِنِي وَسَدِّدْنِي وَاذْكُرْ بِالْحَقِّ طَرِيقَ الْهُدَى، وَزَيِّنْهُ فِي قَلْبِي، وَكَرِّهْ إِلَيَّ التِّيهَ وَالْمَعَاصِيَ، وَاصْرِفْ قَلْبِي إِلَى طَاعَتِكَ.
O Allah, guide me and set me on the right path. Remind me of the path of guidance with truth, and make it beautiful in my heart. Make me detest wandering astray and sins, and turn my heart towards Your obedience.
Allahumma ihdini wa saddidni, wadhkur bil-haqqi tariqal-huda, wa zayyin-hu fi qalbi, wa karrih ilayya-t-tiha wal-ma'asi, wazrif qalbi ila ta'atik.
When to Read
This dua is particularly potent when you feel overwhelmed by the constant stream of information, comparisons, and potential distractions on social media. Recite it before opening your apps, after a session where you felt your faith waver, or whenever you feel a pull away from your religious duties due to online content. Making it a regular part of your morning or evening remembrance (dhikr) can also build a strong shield.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a humble heart, focusing on the meaning. Raise your hands as the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us for supplication, though it's not strictly required for every dua. Ensure you are in a state of purity if possible. The key is the earnestness of your supplication to Allah.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua asks Allah for several vital things for navigating modern challenges: direct guidance ('ihdini'), being set firmly on the right path ('saddidni'), remembering and valuing true guidance ('adhkur bil-haqqi tariqal-huda'), finding it appealing ('wa zayyin-hu fi qalbi'), rejecting what leads you astray ('wa karrih ilayya-t-tiha wal-ma'asi'), and having your heart inclined towards obedience ('wazrif qalbi ila ta'atik'). It's a profound request that covers internal disposition and external action, essential for maintaining faith in an era of digital overload.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to supplicate: 'Allahumma ihdini wa saddidni, wadhkur bil-haqqi tariqal-huda, wa zayyin-hu fi qalbi, wa karrih ilayya-t-tiha wal-ma'asi, wazrif qalbi ila ta'atik.' (Meaning: O Allah, guide me and set me on the right path. Remind me of the path of guidance with truth, and make it beautiful in my heart. Make me detest wandering astray and sins, and turn my heart towards Your obedience.)