اللَّهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لِي وَارْحَمْنِي وَاهْدِنِي وَعَافِنِي وَارْزُقْنِي
O Allah, forgive me, have mercy upon me, guide me, grant me well-being, and provide for me.
Allahumma ighfir li, warhamni, wahdini, wa 'afini, warzuqni
When to Read
This is a comprehensive dua that can be recited at any time, but it is particularly poignant when praying for the elderly, asking Allah to grant them a life of ease and a peaceful transition to the Hereafter. It can be recited when visiting elderly relatives, when they are unwell, or during personal supplications.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction. Raise your hands in supplication if possible, facing the Qiblah. Focus on the meaning of each phrase, reflecting on Allah's mercy and provision. It's important to have a pure intention, seeking Allah's pleasure and the well-being of the elderly person.
Virtues & Benefits
This prayer encapsulates a believer's essential needs for this life and the next. Asking for forgiveness removes sins, asking for mercy brings Allah's grace, guidance illuminates the right path, well-being encompasses physical and spiritual health, and provision ensures sustenance. For the elderly, it's a comprehensive plea for a life that ends well, reflecting Allah's encompassing mercy in their final journey.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Tariq ibn Ashyam: I heard the Prophet (ﷺ) say: When any one of you reaches old age, he should say: 'O Allah, forgive me, have mercy upon me, grant me well-being, and provide for me.' (He said: These words include everything in this world and the hereafter.)