اللَّهُمَّ اهْدِنَا لِأَحْسَنِ الأَخْلاَقِ لا يَهْدِي لِأَحْسَنِهَا إِلَّا أَنْتَ، وَاصْرِفْ عَنَّا سَيِّئَهَا لا يَصْرِفُ عَنَّا سَيِّئَهَا إِلَّا أَنْتَ
O Allah, guide us to the best of manners, for none can guide to the best of them except You, and turn us away from evil manners, for none can turn away from evil manners except You.
Allahumma ihdina li ahsanil akhlaaqi, la yahdi li ahsaniha illa Anta, wasrif 'anna sayyi'aha, la yasrifu 'anna sayyi'aha illa Anta.
When to Read
This dua is excellent to recite at any time, especially when you feel a need to improve your conduct online. It's particularly relevant before you log on to social media, or when you notice yourself or others falling into poor online habits. Think of it as a spiritual hygiene routine for your digital life.
How to Read
Recite this with sincerity and focus. Imagine yourself embodying the best of Islamic character in your online interactions. Ask Allah to not only show you what good etiquette looks like but also to give you the strength and ability to implement it consistently. Repeating it regularly, perhaps after your obligatory prayers, can help ingrain the intention.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua directly asks Allah for the most comprehensive form of guidance concerning our character. Good manners (akhlaq) are a cornerstone of Islam, and applying them to the complex world of social media is crucial. By seeking Allah's help, we acknowledge that true transformation comes from Him. This dua helps us strive for excellence in our speech, our reactions, and our overall presence online, reflecting the beautiful teachings of our faith to others.
Source & Authentication
‘Ā’ishah (may Allah be pleased with her) reported: The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: "O Allah, as You have made beautiful my creation, so make beautiful my character." Ayyūb (a narrator) said: "And this is how it is narrated in another version: 'O Allah, guide us to the best of manners, for none can guide to the best of them except You, and turn us away from evil manners, for none can turn away from evil manners except You.'"