اللَّهُمَّ أَحْسَنْتَ خَلْقِي فَأَحْسِنْ خُلُقِي
O Allah, You have made my form good, so make my character good.
Allahumma ahsanta khalqi fa ahsin khuluqi
When to Read
This beautiful supplication is recited when looking at one's own reflection, particularly in a mirror. It's a moment to pause and connect with Allah, acknowledging His creation and asking for inner beauty to match outer appearance.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely with the intention of gratitude for Allah's creation and a desire for self-improvement. Focus on the meaning of the words as you look at your reflection. It's a personal moment of reflection and supplication.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encourages gratitude for Allah's blessings in creating us. It also highlights the Islamic emphasis on inner beauty – good character – being as important, if not more so, than outward appearance. It's a proactive way to seek Allah's help in perfecting our manners and conduct.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Hurayrah: The Messenger of Allah ﷺ used to say: 'O Allah, You have made my form good, so make my character good.' (Musnad Ahmad 21756. Graded Hasan by some scholars due to corroborating narrations).