اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ فِعْلَ خَيْرَاتِ، وَتَرْكَ مُنْكَرَاتِ، وَحُبَّ الْمَسَاكِينِ، وَأَنْ تَغْفِرَ لِي وَتَرْحَمَنِي، وَإِذَا أَرَدْتَ فِتْنَةً فِي قَوْمٍ فَتَوَفَّنِي إِلَيْهَا غَيْرَ مَفْتُونٍ، أَسْأَلُكَ حُبَّكَ، وَحُبَّ مَنْ يُحِبُّكَ، وَحُبَّ عَمَلٍ يُقَرِّبُنِي إِلَى حُبِّكَ
O Allah, I ask You to enable me to do good deeds, abandon evil deeds, and to love the poor. I ask You to forgive me and have mercy upon me. And when You intend to test a people, take me to Yourself without testing me. I ask You for Your love, and the love of those who love You, and the love of deeds which bring me closer to Your love.
Allahumma inni as'aluka fi'la khayrat, wa tark munakarat, wa hubb al-masakin, wa an taghfira li wa tarhamani, wa idha aradta fitnatan fi qawm fa tawaffani ilayha ghayra maftun. As'aluka hubbak, wa hubba man yuhibbuk, wa hubba 'amalin yuqarribuni ila hubbik.
When to Read
This profound dua is best recited when reflecting on the lessons of historical Islamic victories, particularly the Battle of Badr. It's ideal during times of personal struggle, when seeking guidance, or when wanting to strengthen one's connection with Allah and the righteous path, especially during the blessed days of Hajj or Umrah when spiritual reflection is heightened.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a humble heart. Face the Qiblah if possible. Raise your hands in supplication, as is the Sunnah when making dua. Focus on the meaning of each phrase, visualizing your desire to do good, avoid evil, and grow closer to Allah. Conclude by making personal supplications related to the themes of the dua.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates a comprehensive request for spiritual well-being and closeness to Allah. It seeks guidance for righteous actions, protection from wrongdoing, compassion for the less fortunate, and divine forgiveness. It also includes a powerful plea for a good end, avoiding trials and tribulations, and a request for Allah's love and the love of acts that draw one nearer to Him. Reflecting on Badr through this dua helps us understand the importance of faith, perseverance, and reliance on Allah, even when facing overwhelming odds.
Source & Authentication
The Hadith is narrated by 'Abdullah bin Mas'ud (may Allah be pleased with him) who said: The Prophet (peace be upon him) taught me a comprehensive supplication for all needs. He said: 'Say: Allahumma inni as'aluka al-huda, wat-tuqa, wal-'afafa, wal-ghina. (O Allah, I ask You for guidance, piety, chastity, and self-sufficiency). He also taught me another supplication: Allahumma inni as'aluka fi'la khayrat, wa tark munakarat, wa hubb al-masakin, wa an taghfira li wa tarhamani, wa idha aradta fitnatan fi qawm fa tawaffani ilayha ghayra maftun. As'aluka hubbak, wa hubba man yuhibbuk, wa hubba 'amalin yuqarribuni ila hubbik. (O Allah, I ask You to enable me to do good deeds, abandon evil deeds, and to love the poor. I ask You to forgive me and have mercy upon me. And when You intend to test a people, take me to Yourself without testing me. I ask You for Your love, and the love of those who love You, and the love of deeds which bring me closer to Your love.)