اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ فِعْلَ الْخَيْرَاتِ، وَتَرَكَ الْمُنْكَرَاتِ، وَحُبَّ الْمَسَاكِينِ، وَأَنْ تَغْفِرَ لِي، وَتَرْحَمَنِي، وَإِذَا أَرَدْتَ فِي خَلْقِكَ فِتْنَةً فَتَوَفَّنِي إِلَيْهَا غَيْرَ مُفْتُونٍ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ حُبَّكَ، وَحُبَّ مَنْ يُحِبُّكَ، وَحُبَّ عَمَلٍ يُقَرِّبُنِي إِلَى حُبِّكَ
O Allah, I ask You to enable me to do good deeds and abandon evil deeds, and to love the poor. And I ask You to forgive me and have mercy upon me. And if You intend to try people with a trial, take me to Yourself without being tried by it. And I ask You for Your love, and the love of those who love You, and the love of deeds which bring me closer to Your love.
Allahumma inni as'aluka fi'l al-khayrat, wa tark al-munkarat, wa hubb al-masakin, wa an taghfir li, wa tarhamani, wa idha aradta fi khalqika fitnatan fa tawaffani ilayha ghayra maftun. Wa as'aluka hubbaka, wa hubba man yuhibbuka, wa hubba 'amalin yuqarribuni ila hubbika.
When to Read
This profound dua is perfect for recitation during the blessed hours of the night, especially during Tahajjud (night worship). The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ recited it frequently, and its comprehensive nature makes it suitable for seeking Allah's pleasure, forgiveness, mercy, and guidance towards actions that draw us closer to Him, ultimately hoping for His immense reward and companionship in Jannah with our loved ones.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a sincere heart, contemplating its meaning. It is best recited during the stillness of the night, preferably after completing your Tahajjud prayer. Raise your hands as you supplicate, and believe in Allah's ability to answer your prayers. Consistency is key; make it a regular part of your night worship.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates a powerful request for Allah's help in performing good deeds and abstaining from evil, a deep love for the less fortunate, and a plea for forgiveness and mercy. It also seeks protection from trials and asks for the love of Allah, the love of those who love Him, and the love of deeds that bring one closer to Allah's affection. Such earnest supplication during Tahajjud is a means to draw nearer to Allah and earn His pleasure, paving the way for the ultimate reunion with our families in the eternal abode of Jannah.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to say: 'O Allah, I ask You to enable me to do good deeds and abandon evil deeds, and to love the poor. And I ask You to forgive me and have mercy upon me. And if You intend to try people with a trial, take me to Yourself without being tried by it. And I ask You for Your love, and the love of those who love You, and the love of deeds which bring me closer to Your love.' The Prophet ﷺ also said: 'The prayer of a person during the night and leaving the bed is a testament against him. If he wished, he would be grateful, and if he wished, he would be ungrateful.' (Sunan At-Tirmidhi 1905)