أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللهَ، اللَّهُمَّ أَصْلِحْ لِي دِينِي الَّذِي هُوَ عِصْمَةُ أَمْرِي، وَأَصْلِحْ لِي دُنْيَايَ الَّتِي فِيهَا مَعَاشِي، وَأَصْلِحْ لِي آخِرَتِي الَّتِي فِيهَا مَعَادِي، وَاجْعَلِ الحَيَاةَ زِيَادَةً لِي فِي كُلِّ خَيْرٍ، وَاجْعَلِ المَوْتَ رَاحَةً لِي مِنْ كُلِّ شَرٍّ.
I seek forgiveness from Allah. O Allah, set right for me my religion which is the safeguard of my affairs; set right for me my worldly affairs in which is my livelihood; and set right for me my Hereafter in which is my return. Make life an increase for me in every good, and make death a rest for me from every evil.
Astaghfirullah. Allahumma aslih li dini alladhi huwa 'ismatu amri, wa aslih li dunyaya allati fiha ma'ashi, wa aslih li akhirati allati fiha ma'adi, waj'alil hayata ziyadatan li fi kulli khayrin, waj'alil mawta rahatan li min kulli sharrin.
When to Read
This powerful supplication is recommended to be recited immediately after exiting the bathroom. It's a crucial moment for spiritual recalibration, asking Allah to mend our religious and worldly matters, thereby helping us maintain righteousness and control over our desires throughout the day.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a humble heart after you have finished your ablutions and are ready to step out of the bathroom. Focus on the meaning of each phrase, consciously seeking Allah's guidance and protection. The act of seeking forgiveness at the start sets a tone of humility and reliance on Him.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses comprehensive requests for well-being in this life and the next. By asking Allah to 'set right our religion,' we are seeking His help to remain steadfast on the straight path, which directly combats succumbing to uncontrolled desires. The inclusion of worldly and eternal affairs further solidifies our reliance on Him for all aspects of our lives, fostering a sense of accountability and awareness of Allah's presence. This holistic approach is vital for maintaining purity of heart and body.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Abu Hurayrah (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used to say when he finished from his privy: 'Astaghfirullah. Allahumma aslih li dini alladhi huwa 'ismatu amri, wa aslih li dunyaya allati fiha ma'ashi, wa aslih li akhirati allati fiha ma'adi, waj'alil hayata ziyadatan li fi kulli khayrin, waj'alil mawta rahatan li min kulli sharrin.' (I seek forgiveness from Allah. O Allah, set right for me my religion which is the safeguard of my affairs; set right for me my worldly affairs in which is my livelihood; and set right for me my Hereafter in which is my return. Make life an increase for me in every good, and make death a rest for me from every evil.)