Dua & Sunnah

Dua for Remembering the Prophet's Humility and Modesty When Looking in the Mirror

Looking in Mirror
Hasan HadithMusnad Ahmad 24961

ุงู„ู„ู‘ูŽู‡ูู…ู‘ูŽ ูƒูŽู…ูŽุง ุฃูŽุญู’ุณูŽู†ู’ุชูŽ ุฎูŽู„ู’ู‚ููŠ ููŽุฃูŽุญู’ุณูู†ู’ ุฎูู„ูู‚ููŠ

โœฆ

O Allah, just as You have made my form beautiful, so make my character beautiful.

Allahumma kama ahsanta khalqi, fa ahsin khuluqi

When to Read

This dua is recommended to be recited when looking in the mirror. It serves as a moment to reflect not just on one's physical appearance, but more importantly, on the inner self, seeking Allah's help to beautify one's character in emulation of the Prophet Muhammad ๏ทบ.

How to Read

Recite this dua with sincerity and contemplation. As you look at your reflection, let the words remind you of the outward beauty Allah has bestowed and the inward beauty you should strive for. Focus on the humility and modesty that the Prophet ๏ทบ exemplified, understanding that true beauty lies in good character and devotion to Allah.

Virtues & Benefits

Reciting this dua when looking in the mirror helps to cultivate a balanced perspective on self-image. It shifts focus from vanity towards self-improvement of character, a core Islamic value. It encourages us to embody the excellent manners and modesty of the Prophet Muhammad ๏ทบ, seeking Allah's assistance in achieving spiritual and moral excellence alongside physical well-being.

Source & Authentication

It was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah ๏ทบ used to say when he looked in the mirror: 'Allahumma kama ahsanta khalqi, fa ahsin khuluqi' (O Allah, just as You have made my form beautiful, so make my character beautiful).
Hasan HadithMusnad Ahmad 24961
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