الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ، اللَّهُمَّ كَمَا أَحْسَنْتَ خَلْقِي فَأَحْسِنْ خُلُقِي
All praise is for Allah. O Allah, just as You have made my form good, so make my character good.
Al-hamdulillah, Allahumma kama ahsanta khalqi fa ahsin khulqi
When to Read
This dua is particularly meaningful when looking in the mirror, reflecting on Allah's creation in ourselves. It's a moment to acknowledge His blessings in our physical form and to ask for refinement in our inner selves.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a reflective heart after observing your own appearance in a mirror. It's an expression of gratitude for the physical blessings and a sincere request for inner beauty and good character, mirroring the outer form.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua connects the outward appearance with inward character, emphasizing the Islamic principle that true beauty lies in good conduct and a pure heart. It serves as a constant reminder to seek Allah's help in perfecting both our external and internal states, reflecting the holistic approach of Islam to self-improvement. By acknowledging Allah's role in our creation, we foster humility and gratitude.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) used to say when he looked at himself in the mirror: 'Al-hamdulillah, Allahumma kama ahsanta khalqi fa ahsin khulqi.' (All praise is for Allah. O Allah, just as You have made my form good, so make my character good.)