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 hasanatan wa fil-akhirati hasanatan wa qina 'adhaban-nar
When to Read
This powerful dua, often recited during Hajj and Umrah, is also perfect for bringing the spiritual momentum of these blessed journeys into your daily life. Make it a habit after your obligatory prayers, or whenever you feel the need to reconnect with the purpose and blessings of your pilgrimage. Use it especially when facing daily challenges, seeking Allah's guidance to maintain the heightened spiritual awareness that Hajj and Umrah cultivate.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a clear intention to internalize the lessons of Hajj and Umrah. Visualize yourself living according to the principles of submission, sacrifice, and community that you experienced. Raise your hands as you would in supplication, focusing on the meaning of each word. Remember that Allah loves to hear His servants ask for both worldly and otherworldly well-being, wrapped in protection from the Fire.
Virtues & Benefits
This verse from Surah Al-Baqarah encapsulates a comprehensive request for well-being in both this life and the next, while specifically seeking protection from Hellfire. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ frequently recited this dua, highlighting its immense importance and broad scope. By internalizing it, we aim to translate the profound spiritual awakening of Hajj and Umrah – the sense of renewal, community, and divine connection – into our everyday actions, turning ordinary moments into opportunities for worship and seeking Allah's pleasure. It helps us remember that the purpose of our spiritual endeavors is not limited to the sacred lands but extends to every aspect of our lives, seeking a balanced life pleasing to our Creator.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Anas: The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "Allah does not dislike anything more than He dislikes the most wicked and the most shameful wicked person. And Allah does not like anything more than He likes good deeds and piety. The supplication of the people of Hell-Fire is: 'O our Lord! Get us out of this (Fire), and if we return [to evil], then we are indeed wrong-doers.' Then what they are in, will be reduced. And the supplication of the people of Paradise is: 'O 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.'" (This hadith has been narrated through another chain of transmitters by Abu Huraira and Abu Sa'id and Anas). Sahih Muslim 2771