اللَّهُمَّ اجْعَلْهَا حَجَّةً مَبْرُورَةً وَ سَعْيًا مَشْكُورًا وَ ذَنْبًا مَغْفُورًا
O Allah, make it a righteous pilgrimage, and a deed for which there is gratitude, and a sin forgiven.
Allahummaj’alha hajatan mabruratan wa sa'yan mashkuran wa dhanban maghfuran
When to Read
This dua is particularly relevant upon entering Madinah, or at the beginning of your stay, as you seek blessings for your time there. It's a comprehensive prayer for the spiritual fruits of your visit, mirroring the intention of Hajj and Umrah.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a hopeful heart. Face the Qiblah if possible, and raise your hands in supplication. Reflect on the meaning of each word, asking Allah to accept your worship, acknowledge your efforts, and purify you of sins during your blessed stay.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication asks Allah for three profound outcomes: a 'hajjah mabrurah' (a pilgrimage accepted by Allah, the reward for which is Paradise), 'sa'yan mashkura' (effort that is appreciated and acknowledged), and 'dhanban maghfuran' (a sin that is forgiven). While this specific wording is often associated with the rituals of Hajj, its essence is universally applicable to seeking blessings and acceptance for any act of worship and significant spiritual journey, like visiting Madinah.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abdullah bin Umar: The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: ‘The hajj which is accepted (Hajj Mabrur) has no reward except Paradise.’ He was asked: ‘What is Hajj Mabrur?’ He said: ‘It is feeding the people (with food) and spreading (the practice of) Salam, and praying with the people (in congregation) when people pray too much (i.e. late).’ Another narration from Abdullah bin Umar (may Allah be pleased with them): The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: ‘The sign of Hajj Mabrur is that your staying (in Makkah) is better than your staying before it; you live in piety and humility; you give food (to the poor) and you keep your tongue from wicked speech.’ *Note: The dua provided in the JSON is a specific supplication taught for seeking acceptance of deeds during Hajj, and its principles are highly relevant for a blessed stay in Madinah, the city of the Prophet ﷺ. While the full hadith text above defines Hajj Mabrur, the dua itself captures the spirit of seeking acceptance for the entire spiritual sojourn.*