اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ خَيْرَهَا وَخَيْرَ أَهْلِهَا وَخَيْرَ مَا فِيهَا وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّهَا وَشَرِّ أَهْلِهَا وَشَرِّ مَا فِيهَا
O Allah, I ask of You the goodness of it, the goodness of its people, and the goodness of what is in it. And I seek refuge in You from its evil, its evil people, and the evil of what is in it.
Allahumma inni as'aluka khairaha wa khaira ahliha wa khaira ma fiha wa a'udhu bika min sharriha wa sharri ahliha wa sharri ma fiha.
When to Read
This dua is perfect for when you are stepping into a new phase of life, whether it's a new job, a new home, starting a new course, or embarking on a significant new project. It’s about acknowledging that every new beginning comes with its own set of unknowns and asking Allah for protection and success in navigating them.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a clear intention, focusing on the new opportunity you are about to embrace. Raise your hands as you would for other supplications, feel the hope and reliance on Allah, and ask Him to guide you to the best outcome and protect you from any potential harm.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication is a comprehensive way to approach any new situation. It asks Allah for the 'khair' (goodness) of the thing itself, its people (those involved or who will be associated with it), and what it contains. Crucially, it also seeks refuge in Allah from the 'sharr' (evil) of the situation, its people, and what it contains. This holistic approach shows our complete dependence on Allah for success and protection in all our endeavors, big or small. It cultivates mindfulness and a constant awareness of Allah's presence and power, even in moments of excitement or anticipation for something new.
Source & Authentication
When the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) would encounter something new or embark on a journey, he would say: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka khairaha wa khaira ahliha wa khaira ma fiha wa a'udhu bika min sharriha wa sharri ahliha wa sharri ma fiha.' (O Allah, I ask of You the goodness of it, the goodness of its people, and the goodness of what is in it. And I seek refuge in You from its evil, its evil people, and the evil of what is in it.)