رَبَّنَا آتِنَا فِي الدُّنْيَا حَسَنَةً وَفِي الآخِرَةِ حَسَنَةً وَقِنَا عَذَابَ النَّارِ
"Our Lord, give us in this world [that which is] good and in the Hereafter [that which is] good and protect us from the punishment of the Fire."
Rabbana atina fid-dunya hasanah wa fil-akhirati hasanah wa qina 'adhaban-nar
When to Read
During Hajj and Umrah, especially when standing at Arafat, in Muzdalifah, Mina, or when performing Tawaf or Sa'i. Reflect on the immense faith and trust of Prophet Ibrahim (peace be upon him) as you perform these rites. This dua is particularly potent when seeking strength and guidance through personal trials, mirroring the challenges he faced.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a heart full of contemplation. Raise your hands as you would in supplication. Focus on the meaning of the words: seeking goodness in this life and the next, and protection from the Hellfire. Connect this request to the sacrifices and unwavering belief of Prophet Ibrahim (peace be upon him) that are commemorated during Hajj and Umrah.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua, taught by Allah Himself in the Quran, encompasses all aspects of well-being in both this world and the hereafter. By reciting it during Hajj and Umrah, we connect our personal supplications to the legacy of Prophet Ibrahim (peace be upon him), the father of prophets and a paragon of faith and submission. It's a reminder that seeking Allah’s pleasure and protection is the ultimate good, a lesson deeply embedded in the trials Ibrahim (peace be upon him) endured, from facing Nimrod’s fire to sacrificing his son.