اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ الثَّبَاتَ فِي الأَمْرِ، وَالعَزِيمَةَ عَلَى الرُّشْدِ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ شُكْرَ نِعْمَتِكَ، وَحُسْنَ عِبَادَتِكَ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ قَلْبًا سَلِيمًا، وَلِسَانًا صَادِقًا، وَأَسْأَلُكَ مِنْ خَيْرِ مَا تَعْلَمُ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا تَعْلَمُ، وَأَسْتَغْفِرُكَ لِمَا تَعْلَمُ، إِنَّكَ أَنْتَ عَلَّامُ الغُيُوبِ.
O Allah, I ask You for steadfastness in all affairs, and resolve in following the right path. I ask You to grant me the grace to be thankful for Your blessings and to worship You in the best manner. I ask You for a sound heart and a truthful tongue. I ask You for all the good You know, and I seek refuge in You from all the evil You know. I seek Your forgiveness for what You know, for indeed, You are the Knower of all unseen.
Allahumma inni as'alukal-thabat fil-amr, wal-'azeemata 'alar-rushd, wa as'aluka shukra ni'matik, wa husna 'ibadatik, wa as'aluka qalban saleeman, wa lisaanan saadiqan, wa as'aluka min khairi ma ta'lam, wa a'udhu bika min sharri ma ta'lam, wa astaghfiruka lima ta'lam, innaka anta 'allamul-ghuyoob.
When to Read
This comprehensive dua is incredibly beneficial after experiencing betrayal, as it asks Allah for the strength to remain firm in faith and purpose, the wisdom to discern the right path, gratitude for His continued blessings despite hardship, and a pure heart capable of forgiveness and healing. It's particularly useful during times of immense emotional distress, when clarity and inner peace feel distant.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and deep contemplation. Ensure you have performed Wudu. Raise your hands in supplication as you ask Allah. Speak from the heart, reflecting on each request. Repeat it consistently, especially after Salah or during quiet moments of reflection, seeking Allah's divine assistance to navigate the pain and emerge stronger.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to the Companion Abu Bakr (may Allah be pleased with him), is profound. It encompasses seeking Allah's help for: 1. **Steadfastness (Thabat):** Essential when faced with tests, ensuring one doesn't waver in their faith or resolve. Betrayal can shake one's foundations, making this plea for firmness crucial. 2. **Resolve in Guidance (Azeemat 'alar-rushd):** The strength to choose the correct, righteous path even when emotions are turbulent or when tempted by anger or despair. 3. **Gratitude (Shukr):** Acknowledging Allah's blessings helps shift focus from the hurt to the good, fostering a positive outlook and preventing bitterness. 4. **Excellent Worship (Husn 'ibadah):** Asking to worship Allah in the best way, which includes handling trials with patience and trust. 5. **A Sound Heart (Qalban saleem):** Crucial for healing after betrayal, a sound heart is free from malice and ready to forgive. 6. **Truthful Tongue (Lisaanan saadiqan):** Speaking truth, even when it's difficult, and avoiding gossip or slander that can arise from hurt feelings. 7. **Seeking Good and Avoiding Evil:** A comprehensive request for Allah's protection and guidance, encompassing all aspects of life.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abu Bakr (may Allah be pleased with him): I said to the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him), "Teach me a supplication that I may recite in my prayer." He said: "O Abu Bakr, say: O Allah, I have wronged myself greatly, and no one forgives sins except You. So forgive me with Your forgiveness, and have mercy upon me. Indeed, You are the Forgiving, the Merciful." (Allahumma inni zalamtu nafsi zulman katheeran, wala yaghfiru adh-dhunooba illa anta, faghfir li maghfiratan min 'indika warhamni innaka antal-Ghafoorur-Raheem). Then he said: "O Allah, I ask You for steadfastness in all affairs, and resolve in following the right path. I ask You to grant me the grace to be thankful for Your blessings and to worship You in the best manner. I ask You for a sound heart and a truthful tongue. I ask You for all the good You know, and I seek refuge in You from all the evil You know. I seek Your forgiveness for what You know, for indeed, You are the Knower of all unseen." (Allahumma inni as'alukal-thabat fil-amr, wal-'azeemata 'alar-rushd, wa as'aluka shukra ni'matik, wa husna 'ibadatik, wa as'aluka qalban saleeman, wa lisaanan saadiqan, wa as'aluka min khairi ma ta'lam, wa a'udhu bika min sharri ma ta'lam, wa astaghfiruka lima ta'lam, innaka anta 'allamul-ghuyoob.)