اللَّهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لِي، وَارْحَمْنِي، وَاهْدِنِي، وَعَافِنِي، وَارْزُقْنِي
O Allah, forgive me, have mercy on me, guide me, grant me well-being, and provide for me.
Allahumma-ghfirli, wa-rhamni, wa-hdini, wa-'afini, wa-rzukni
When to Read
This beautiful and comprehensive dua is perfect for moments when you feel the weight of past mistakes and are seeking a genuine fresh start after sincere repentance. It's ideal to recite during the night, after salah, during the last third of the night, or anytime you feel a deep need for Allah's comprehensive support and renewal in your life. Think of it as a prayer for spiritual cleansing and a recommitment to a better path.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a humble heart, acknowledging your reliance on Allah. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this comprehensive supplication, which covers all aspects of well-being: forgiveness for past sins, mercy to ease your burdens, guidance to stay on the right path, well-being in your physical and spiritual health, and provision to sustain you. It’s a holistic request that reflects a desire for a complete renewal.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates the core needs of a believer seeking Allah's favor and a fresh start. By asking for forgiveness, mercy, guidance, well-being, and provision, you are essentially requesting Allah's comprehensive care for your present and future. It affirms your trust in Him for all matters, especially after turning back to Him through repentance, signifying a desire for His acceptance and continued blessings.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Tariq bin Ashyam: I heard the Prophet (ﷺ) saying, 'No servant says: 'Allahumma-ghfirli, wa-rhamni, wa-hdini, wa-'afini, wa-rzukni' (O Allah, forgive me, have mercy on me, guide me, grant me well-being, and provide for me) but that the heaven would close upon him and the angels would say: 'Let these words be recorded and let the one who uttered them ascend.' And this happens seven times. When the seventh time comes, an angel says: 'This is the seal of your Lord; so you have been granted what you asked for and what you hoped for.' In another narration: 'And whoever is granted these words...'