اللَّهُمَّ اجْعَلْ خَيْرَ عُمْرِي آخِرَهُ، وَخَيْرَ عَمَلِي خَوَاتِمَهُ، وَاجْعَلْ خَيْرَ أَيَّامِي يَوْمَ أَلْقَاكَ.
O Allah, make the best of my life its end, and the best of my deeds their conclusions, and make the best of my days the day I meet You.
Allahumma ij'al khayra 'umri akhirahu, wa khayra 'amali khawatimahu, waj'al khayra ayyami yawma alqak.
When to Read
This is a profound supplication that can be made at any time, but it is particularly poignant as one approaches old age or enters retirement. It's a way to continuously ask Allah for a blessed end to one's life, ensuring that the final years are filled with righteous deeds and a positive state of being, leading to a good reception on the Day of Judgment. You can make it a part of your daily supplications, especially after prayers.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and heartfelt conviction, reflecting on its meaning. Raise your hands in supplication as you do so, facing the Qiblah if possible, and begin with praising Allah and sending Salawat upon the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Ensure you are in a state of purity (Wudu). The focus should be on the earnest request from your heart, seeking Allah’s grace for a noble end.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates a desire for a life lived well, culminating in a state pleasing to Allah. It highlights the importance of the 'conclusion' of our lives and deeds, suggesting that even in old age, one can strive for excellence and righteous endings. By asking for the best of days to be the day we meet Allah, it instills a constant awareness of the hereafter and encourages us to live each day in preparation for it. It reflects a mature understanding of life's purpose, seeking not just comfort, but divine acceptance.
Source & Authentication
Ibn 'Umar (may Allah be pleased with them both) said: The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said: 'Allahumma ij'al khayra 'umri akhirahu, wa khayra 'amali khawatimahu, waj'al khayra ayyami yawma alqak.' (O Allah, make the best of my life its end, and the best of my deeds their conclusions, and make the best of my days the day I meet You.)