اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ الْعَافِيَةَ فِي الدُّنْيَا وَالآخِرَةِ، اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ الْعَفْوَ وَالْعَافِيَةَ فِي دِينِي وَدُنْيَايَ وَأَهْلِي وَمَالِي. اللَّهُمَّ اسْتُرْ عَوْرَاتِي وَآمِنْ رَوْعَاتِي. اللَّهُمَّ احْفَظْنِي مِنْ بَيْنِ يَدَيَّ وَمِنْ خَلْفِي وَعَنْ يَمِينِي وَعَنْ شِمَالِي وَمِنْ فَوْقِي، وَأَعُوذُ بِعَظَمَتِكَ أَنْ أُغْتَالَ مِنْ تَحْتِي.
O Allah, I ask You for well-being in this world and the Hereafter. O Allah, I ask You for pardon and well-being in my religion, my worldly affairs, my family, and my property. O Allah, conceal my faults and calm my fears. O Allah, protect me from before me, from behind me, from my right, from my left, and from above me, and I seek refuge in Your Magnificence from being struck from beneath me.
Allahumma inni as'alukal 'afiyata fid-dunya wal-akhirah. Allahumma inni as'alukal 'afwa wal 'afiyata fi dini wa dunyaya wa ahli wa mali. Allahumma-stur 'awrati wa amin raw'ati. Allahumma-hfazni min bayni yadayya wa min khalfi, wa 'an yameeni wa 'an shimalee, wa min fawqi, wa a'udhu bi 'azamatika an ughdala min tahti.
When to Read
This comprehensive dua for 'Afiyah (well-being and safety) is perfect to recite regularly for yourself and your spouse. It can be particularly beneficial when you notice your spouse struggling with anxiety in social situations, or as a general supplication to strengthen their confidence and inner peace. Make it a habit to say it during the times of acceptance, like after prayers or during the last third of the night.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, visualizing your spouse becoming more comfortable and confident in their interactions. Focus on the meaning of each phrase, understanding that you are asking Allah for complete protection and ease. It's also good to encourage your spouse to make this dua for themselves.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses a profound request for Allah's 'Afiyah, which is a state of complete well-being, encompassing physical health, mental peace, and protection from all harm. By asking for 'Afiyah in religion and worldly affairs, you are seeking a balanced life where your spouse can fulfill their duties to Allah and navigate their life with ease. The protection from fears ('raw'ati') directly addresses the root of social anxiety, and the comprehensive protection from all directions seeks to build a sense of security. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ himself would often repeat this dua, highlighting its immense importance.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used to supplicate: 'Allahumma inni as'alukal 'afiyata fid-dunya wal-akhirah. Allahumma inni as'alukal 'afwa wal 'afiyata fi dini wa dunyaya wa ahli wa mali. Allahumma-stur 'awrati wa amin raw'ati. Allahumma-hfazni min bayni yadayya wa min khalfi, wa 'an yameeni wa 'an shimalee, wa min fawqi, wa a'udhu bi 'azamatika an ughdala min tahti.' (O Allah, I ask You for well-being in this world and the Hereafter. O Allah, I ask You for pardon and well-being in my religion, my worldly affairs, my family, and my property. O Allah, conceal my faults and calm my fears. O Allah, protect me from before me, from behind me, from my right, from my left, and from above me, and I seek refuge in Your Magnificence from being struck from beneath me.)