اَللّٰهُمَّ اَنْتَ خَلَقْتَنِيْ فَاَنْتَ تُقَوِّمُنِيْ، وَاَنْتَ تُطْعِمُنِيْ فَاَنْتَ تُسْقِيْنِيْ، وَاَنْتَ تُمِيْتُنِيْ فَاَنْتَ تُحْيِيْنِيْ، وَاَنْتَ خَلَقْتَ جِبِلِّيْ وَعِظَامِيْ، فَاَسْاَلُكَ اَنْ تُعِيْدَنِيْ مِنْ ذٰلِكَ اَللّٰهُمَّ اِنِّيْ اَسْاَلُكَ الْعَافِيَةَ فِي الدُّنْيَا وَالْاٰخِرَةِ
O Allah, You created me, and You guide me; You feed me and You give me to drink; You cause me to die and You give me life. You created my constitution and my bones. So I ask You to preserve me from that (i.e., from whatever You may decree). O Allah, I ask You for well-being in this world and the Hereafter.
Allahumma anta khalaqtani fa anta tuqawwimuni, wa anta tut'imuni fa anta tusqini, wa anta tumituni fa anta tuhyini, wa anta khalaqta jibili wa 'idhami, fa as'aluka an tu'idani min dhalik. Allahumma inni as'alukal-'afiyata fid-dunya wal-akhirah.
When to Read
This dua is particularly poignant to recite when you look at yourself in the mirror. Seeing your physical form, your health, and your vitality is a reminder of Allah's immense blessings. It's a moment to acknowledge that our strength and existence are purely from Him, and to seek His continued protection and well-being. This practice can be integrated into your daily routine, perhaps when grooming in the morning or before heading out.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and contemplation. As you look at your reflection, reflect on the points mentioned: Allah's creation, sustenance, and life-giving power. Understand that the health and physical form you see are a trust from Allah, and the ultimate well-being (Afiyah) encompasses protection from all forms of harm and suffering, both in this life and the next. The asking is direct, seeking His protection and continued favor.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua serves as a powerful reminder of our dependence on Allah (Glorified and Exalted is He) for every aspect of our existence, including our physical well-being. It fosters humility and gratitude, preventing arrogance or taking our health for granted. By asking for 'Al-Afiyah' (well-being), we are asking for comprehensive protection from all calamities, illnesses, and hardships, making it a potent supplication for both worldly comfort and eternal success. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ himself taught this comprehensive supplication, highlighting its immense value.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abdullah bin Amr (may Allah be pleased with him): A man asked the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him): 'What should I ask for?' He said: 'Ask Allah for Al-Afiyah (well-being).' He stayed for a few days, then asked: 'O Messenger of Allah! What should I ask for?' He said: 'O Allah, grant me Al-Afiyah in my religion, my worldly affairs, my family and my wealth. O Allah, conceal my faults and grant me security from what I fear.' O Allah, protect me from before me and from behind me, from my right and from my left, and from above me, and I seek refuge in Your Might from being taken from beneath me.' (He said): 'And he said: 'Abdullah bin 'Umar (may Allah be pleased with him) used to say: 'This is a supplication that I have not neglected since I heard it from the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him).'' (In another narration): It was narrated from Abdullah bin 'Amr (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: 'You should ask Allah for pardon and well-being ('Afiyah) in this world and the Hereafter. Asking for well-being ('Afiyah) is greater than asking for certain victory in this life.' *Note: The specific wording of the dua provided in the entry is found in Sunan Ibn Majah 3833, while the broader concept and its emphasis on 'Al-Afiyah' is supported by multiple narrations like those mentioned here, emphasizing the importance of seeking comprehensive well-being from Allah.*