اللَّهُمَّ مَتِّعْنِي بِسَمْعِي وَبَصَرِي وَاجْعَلْهُمَا الْوَارِثَ مِنِّي وَانْصُرْنِي عَلَى مَنْ ظَلَمَنِي وَأَرِنِي مِنْهُ ثَأْرِي
O Allah! Grant me enjoyment of my hearing and my sight, and make them my heirs. Grant me victory over him who has wronged me, and show me my revenge.
Allahumma matti'ni bi-sam'i wa basari waj'al humal-waritha minni wansurni 'ala man zalamani wa arini minhu tha'ri
When to Read
This dua is recited when applying kohl (surma) or any form of eye care. It's a beautiful way to start an act that benefits our sight by asking Allah to preserve this blessing and grant us strength against any injustice.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely before or while applying kohl. Focus on the meaning, asking Allah to protect your eyes and grant you justice if you are ever wronged. It’s a personal supplication, so recite it with humility and earnestness.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication is a comprehensive request for the preservation of two vital senses: hearing and sight. It also asks for protection and victory against oppressors. By reciting this, we acknowledge that these blessings are from Allah and seek His help in maintaining them and in dealing with injustice. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us this prayer, showing its importance in seeking Allah's protection for our well-being and justice.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abdullah ibn Amr: The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: "When the Messenger of Allah ﷺ used to be worried about a matter, he would say: 'O Allah! Grant me enjoyment of my hearing and my sight, and make them my heirs. O Allah! Grant me victory over him who has wronged me, and show me my revenge.'" (Sunan At-Tirmidhi 3537. The hadith is classified as Hasan by Al-Albani).