اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ الثَّبَاتَ فِي الأَمْرِ، وَالْعَزِيمَةَ عَلَى الرُّشْدِ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ شُكْرَ نِعْمَتِكَ، وَحُسْنَ عِبَادَتِكَ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ قَلْبًا سَلِيمًا، وَلِسَانًا صَادِقًا، وَأَسْأَلُكَ مِنْ خَيْرِ مَا تَعْلَمُ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا أَعْلَمُ، وَأَسْتَغْفِرُكَ لِمَا تَعْلَمُ، إِنَّكَ أَنْتَ عَلَّامُ الْغُيُوبِ.
O Allah, I ask You for steadfastness in all matters, and the resolve to follow guidance. I ask You to enable me to be grateful for Your favors and to worship You well. I ask You for a sound heart and a truthful tongue. I ask You for the good You know, and I seek refuge in You from the evil I know. I seek Your forgiveness for what You know, for You are the Knower of hidden things.
Allahumma inni as'alukath-thabata fil-amr, wal-'azeemata 'alar-rushd, wa as'aluka shukra ni'matik, wa husna 'ibadatik, wa as'aluka qalban saleeman, wa lisaanan sadaqan, wa as'aluka min khairi ma ta'lam, wa a'udhu bika min sharri ma a'lam, wa astaghfiruka lima ta'lam, innaka anta 'allamul-ghuyub.
When to Read
This dua is particularly beneficial to recite when embarking on the journey of repentance. The process of turning back to Allah can be challenging, often accompanied by struggles against old habits or feelings of remorse. Reciting this dua can bring a sense of calm, strengthen your resolve, and remind you of Allah's knowledge and mercy as you seek His forgiveness.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a humble heart. Visualize yourself seeking Allah's help to remain firm on the path of repentance and to worship Him correctly. Believe that Allah hears your plea and will grant you what is best, whether it's inner strength, clarity, or forgiveness. It's recommended to say it after each obligatory prayer or at any time you feel the need for guidance and peace.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua equips a believer with requests for essential qualities needed during repentance: steadfastness (Thabat) to stick to the path, resolve (Azeemah) to do what is right, gratitude (Shukr) for Allah’s blessings, and excellence in worship (Husn 'Ibadah). It also asks for a pure heart and truthful speech, crucial for genuine repentance. Seeking refuge from known and unknown evils, and asking for forgiveness for what Allah knows, shows humility and complete reliance on Him.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abdullah bin Masud: The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to supplicate: 'Allahumma inni as'alukath-thabata fil-amr, wal-'azeemata 'alar-rushd, wa as'aluka shukra ni'matik, wa husna 'ibadatik, wa as'aluka qalbans saleeman, wa lisaanan sadaqan, wa as'aluka min khairi ma ta'lam, wa a'udhu bika min sharri ma a'lam, wa astaghfiruka lima ta'lam, innaka anta 'allamul-ghuyub.' (O Allah, I ask You for steadfastness in all matters, and the resolve to follow guidance. I ask You to enable me to be grateful for Your favors and to worship You well. I ask You for a sound heart and a truthful tongue. I ask You for the good You know, and I seek refuge in You from the evil I know. I seek Your forgiveness for what You know, for You are the Knower of hidden things.) Imam Tirmidhi said: This is a Hasan Gharib hadith. We do not know it except from this chain.