اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي عَبْدُكَ، ابْنُ عَبْدِكَ، ابْنُ أَمَتِكَ، نَاصِيَتِي بِيَدِكَ، مَاضٍ فِيَّ حُكْمُكَ، عَدْلٌ فِيَّ قَضَاؤُكَ، أَسْأَلُكَ بِكُلِّ اسْمٍ هُوَ لَكَ سَمَّيْتَ بِهِ نَفْسَكَ، أَوْ عَلَّمْتَهُ أَحَدًا مِنْ خَلْقِكَ، أَوْ أَنْزَلْتَهُ فِي كِتَابِكَ، أَوْ اسْتَأْثَرْتَ بِهِ فِي عِلْمِ الْغَيْبِ عِنْدَكَ، أَنْ تَجْعَلَ الْقُرْآنَ رَبِيعَ قَلْبِي، وَنُورَ صَدْرِي، وَجِلَاءَ حُزْنِي، وَذَهَابَ هَمِّي.
O Allah, I am Your servant, son of Your servant, son of Your maidservant. My forelock is in Your hand. Your command over me is ever effective. Your decree concerning me is just. I ask You by every name that You have called Yourself, that You have taught to any one of Your creation, that You have revealed in Your Book, or that You have preserved in the knowledge of the unseen with You, that You make the Qur'an the delight of my heart, and the light of my breast, and a banisher of my sadness and a reliever of my anxiety.
Allahumma inni 'abdika, ibnu 'abdika, ibnu amatika, nasiyatii biyadika, madin fiyya hukmuka, 'adlun fiyya qada'uka, as'aluka bikulli ismin huwa laka sammaita bihi nafsaka, aw 'allamtahu ahadan min khalqika, aw anzaltahu fi kitabiika, aw ista'tharta bihi fi 'ilmil ghaibi 'indaka, an taj'ala al-Qur'ana rabii'a qalbii, wa nuura sadrii, wa jalaa'a huznii, wa dhahaaba hammii.
When to Read
This profound dua is excellent for a spouse to recite when facing financial difficulties. It's not just for times of intense hardship, but also for ongoing financial strain. Recite it regularly, especially after prayers, or during moments of personal reflection when you feel the weight of financial worries. It's particularly beneficial when you want to strengthen your own patience and that of your spouse, and to remind yourselves of Allah's power and wisdom.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a clear heart, focusing on each word and its meaning. Imagine yourself addressing Allah directly, acknowledging His complete control and wisdom. It's best recited when you are in a state of ritual purity, but sincerity is the primary requirement. You can also say this dua together with your spouse for added strength and unity in facing challenges.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a comprehensive plea to Allah that seeks spiritual solace and practical relief. By asking Allah to make the Qur'an the 'delight of the heart,' 'light of the breast,' 'banisher of sadness,' and 'reliever of anxiety,' it directly addresses the emotional and mental toll of financial strain. It reminds us that true peace comes from our connection with Allah and His Book, which can provide perspective and strength. This supplication also acknowledges Allah's absolute knowledge and power, fostering reliance and trust in Him.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: 'No person suffers any anxiety or grief, and then says: O Allah, I am Your servant, son of Your servant, son of Your maidservant. My forelock is in Your hand. Your command over me is ever effective. Your decree concerning me is just. I ask You by every name that You have called Yourself, that You have taught to any one of Your creation, that You have revealed in Your Book, or that You have preserved in the knowledge of the unseen with You, that You make the Qur'an the delight of my heart, and the light of my breast, and a banisher of my sadness and a reliever of my anxiety, except that Allah will take away his anxiety and grief and replace them for him with relief.' It was said to the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him): 'Should we not learn these words?' He replied: 'Yes, indeed! It is not permissible for anyone who has heard them, at a time when he is in such a state, to not learn them.' (Ahmad bin Hanbal)