اللَّهُمَّ أحْسَنْتَ خَلْقِي فَحَسِّنْ خُلُقِي وَحَرِّمْ عَلَى النَّارِ وَجْهِي
O Allah, You have made my form beautiful, so make my character beautiful and forbid the Fire from my face.
Allahumma ahsanta khalqi fahassin khuluqi wa harim 'alan-nari wajhi
When to Read
This is a beautiful dua to recite when looking at your reflection in a mirror, especially upon waking or dressing. It serves as a powerful reminder that our outward appearance is a gift from Allah, and it prompts us to focus on cultivating inner beauty and righteousness, ensuring our deeds are pleasing to Him and lead us away from the Hellfire.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely, reflecting on its meaning. Visualize your form as Allah's creation and consciously strive to align your character with His commands. The intention is key: to seek Allah's help in beautifying not just our outward selves, but more importantly, our inner selves, our character and actions, so that we are protected from the Fire.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua beautifully encapsulates the Islamic emphasis on the balance between outward appearance and inner character. It acknowledges Allah's creation of our physical form while prioritizing the refinement of our manners and deeds. By asking Allah to 'forbid the Fire from my face' (a representation of the entire self), we are seeking His protection and guidance towards a life that earns His pleasure and averts His punishment. It's a proactive way to remember our accountability and the ultimate goal of pleasing Allah.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) used to say when he looked at himself in the mirror: 'O Allah, You have made my form beautiful, so make my character beautiful and forbid the Fire from my face.'