اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ خَيْرَ هَذَا الأَمْرِ وَخَيْرَ مَا فِيهِ وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ هَذَا الأَمْرِ وَشَرِّ مَا فِيهِ وَشَرِّ مَا فِيهِ
O Allah, I ask You for the goodness of this matter and the goodness of what is in it, and I seek refuge in You from the evil of this matter and the evil of what is in it.
Allahumma inni as'aluka khaira hadhal-amri wa khaira ma fihi wa a'udhu bika min sharri hadhal-amri wa sharri ma fihi wa sharri ma fihi
When to Read
Recite this dua just before you launch your new digital project – your website, social media platform, or online business. It's a powerful way to begin with sincerity and seek Allah's blessing as you embark on this new venture. Think of it as seeking divine approval before you make your presence known online.
How to Read
Begin by making sincere intentions (niyyah) for your digital presence, ensuring it aligns with Islamic values. Face the Qibla if possible, raise your hands slightly, and recite this dua with conviction. Remember, the essence of dua is supplication and seeking help from the One who controls all outcomes. It's best recited when you are in a state of purity (wudu).
Virtues & Benefits
Seeking Allah's guidance at the outset of any new endeavor is crucial for its success and purity. This dua asks for the 'khair' (goodness) of the action and what it entails, safeguarding against hidden pitfalls and negative outcomes. It acknowledges that ultimate control rests with Allah and that His blessings are essential for any truly beneficial undertaking. Invoking this dua helps to ensure your digital presence is a source of good, not fitnah or harm.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) taught a specific dua for when embarking on a new task or endeavor. The narration from Sunan Abi Dawud states: The Prophet (ﷺ) said: 'When one of you undertakes a task, he should say: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka khaira hadhal-amri wa khaira ma fihi wa a'udhu bika min sharri hadhal-amri wa sharri ma fihi wa sharri ma fihi.' Translation: 'O Allah, I ask You for the goodness of this matter and the goodness of what is in it, and I seek refuge in You from the evil of this matter and the evil of what is in it.' (This hadith is classified as Hasan by scholars like Al-Albani). This comprehensive supplication encapsulates seeking the best of the task itself and its consequences, while simultaneously seeking protection from its potential harms.