اللَّهُمَّ اعْطِنِي خَلَاقِي حَسَنًا، وَاعْطِنِي خَلْقَ مِثْلَهُ
O Allah, make my disposition good, and grant me a good creation, and make my outward appearance similar to my inward disposition.
Allahumma a'tini khalqi hasanan, wa a'tini khalqa mithlahu
When to Read
This dua is particularly relevant when one is looking in the mirror and reflecting on their physical appearance. It's an opportune moment to seek Allah's help in ensuring that outer beauty does not lead to inner arrogance or vanity.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity, focusing on the meaning of asking Allah to perfect both your inner character and outward form, and to keep your heart free from the disease of vanity. It can be recited once upon seeing yourself in the mirror, or kept as a general supplication.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication is a profound way to acknowledge that all good qualities, both physical and moral, are from Allah. By asking for a good disposition and a corresponding good outward appearance, one seeks to align their inner self with their outer self, preventing vanity. It's a proactive measure against the subtle trap of pride that can arise from appreciating one's blessings, including physical attributes.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used to supplicate: 'O Allah, make my disposition good, and grant me a good creation, and make my outward appearance similar to my inward disposition.' (Musnad Ahmad 22766. This narration is considered Hasan by many scholars due to its supporting narrations, though some classify it as Da'if based on specific chains.) This supplication highlights the importance of inner character being reflected externally. It also shows the Prophet's (peace be upon him) own reliance on Allah for the perfection of his form and character, setting a beautiful example for us.