اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ نَفْسًا بِكَ مُطْمَئِنَّةً، تُؤْمِنُ بِلِقَائِكَ، وَتَرْضَى بِقَضَائِكَ، وَتَقْنَعُ بِعَطَائِكَ.
O Allah, I ask You for a soul at rest, which believes in meeting You, is pleased with Your decree, and content with Your gift.
Allahumma inni as'aluka nafsan bika mutma'innah, tu'minu biliqa'ika, wa tardha bi qada'ika, wa taqna'u bi 'ata'ika.
When to Read
Recite this dua when you feel your trust has been deeply shaken, whether by a betrayal from someone close, a sudden loss that feels unfair, or any situation that leaves you feeling unsettled and questioning. It's especially powerful during moments of quiet reflection, perhaps after salah, or when you find yourself overwhelmed by the emotional fallout of broken trust.
How to Read
Begin with sincere intention and a humbled heart. Raise your hands, as is customary for supplication. Utter the words with conviction, truly seeking Allah's assistance in achieving inner peace. Focus on the meaning of each phrase: asking for a tranquil soul, firm belief in encountering Allah (which implies acceptance of His plan), satisfaction with His judgments (even when they seem difficult), and contentment with whatever He bestows upon you. It is recommended to repeat this dua, allowing its essence to permeate your heart.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua, though brief, encapsulates a profound spiritual state. By asking for a 'soul at rest' (nafsan mutma'innah), we are seeking the opposite of the turmoil that arises from broken trust. The belief in meeting Allah (tu'minu biliqa'ika) grounds us in the ultimate reality, reminding us that this life is temporary and our true destination is with our Creator. Pleasing with His decree (wa tardha bi qada'ika) is the cornerstone of patience (sabr), enabling us to accept His will, even when it brings hardship. Lastly, contentment with His gift (wa taqna'u bi 'ata'ika) helps us appreciate what we have, rather than dwelling on what we've lost or been denied. This holistic request fosters resilience, reduces anxiety, and cultivates gratitude amidst trials.
Source & Authentication
Al-Hasan narrated from 'Utbah ibn 'Abdullah al-Sulami, who narrated from the Prophet ﷺ: He said, 'Do not count any need as small, nor any enemy as strong, and ask Allah for everything, even the strap of your sandal, for if it does not come easily, it will not come easily.' (Then he mentioned a similar narration to what Al-Walid said, about the Prophet ﷺ saying: 'O Allah, I ask You for a soul at rest, which believes in meeting You, is pleased with Your decree, and content with Your gift.')