اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ الثَّبَاتَ فِي الأَمْرِ، وَالعَزِيمَةَ عَلَى الرُّشْدِ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ مُوجِبَاتِ رَحْمَتِكَ، وَحَوَازِمَ مَغْفِرَتِكَ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ شُكْرَ نِعْمَتِكَ، وَحُسْنَ عِبَادَتِكَ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ قَلْبًا سَلِيمًا، وَلِسَانًا صَادِقًا، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا تَعْلَمُ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ خَيْرَ مَا تَعْلَمُ، وَأَسْتَغْفِرُكَ مِمَّا تَعْلَمُ. اللَّهُمَّ عَلِّمْنِي الهُدَى، وَقِنِي شَرَّ نَفْسِي.
O Allah, I ask You for steadfastness in all affairs, and the resolve to follow the right path. I ask You for the things that earn Your mercy, and the means to Your forgiveness. I ask You to make me grateful for Your favors and to enable me to worship You well. I ask You for a sound heart and a truthful tongue. I seek refuge in You from the evil of what You know, and I ask You for the good of what You know, and I seek Your forgiveness for what You know. O Allah, teach me guidance and protect me from the evil of myself.
Allahumma inni as'alukath-thabata fil-amr, wal-'azeemata 'alar-rushd, wa as'aluka muujibaati rahmatik, wa hawaa'iza maghfiratik, wa as'aluka shukra ni'matik, wa husna 'ibaadatik, wa as'aluka qalban saleeman, wa lisaanan saadiqan, wa a'udhu bika min sharri ma ta'lam, wa as'aluka khaira ma ta'lam, wa astaghfiruka mimma ta'lam. Allahumma 'allimni al-huda, wa qini sharra nafsi.
When to Read
When you feel overwhelmed by a breach of trust, experiencing the sting of betrayal, or struggling to maintain your composure and faith. Recite this dua when you need inner strength to navigate difficult situations, to remain firm in your principles, and to seek Allah's help in understanding and responding with wisdom.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a sincere heart, seeking Allah's aid directly. It is best recited after obligatory prayers or during times of quiet reflection. Raise your hands slightly, as one would when making a personal supplication. Focus on the meaning of each phrase, internalizing the request for guidance, steadfastness, and protection from inner and outer evils.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful dua, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, is a comprehensive plea for inner strength and divine assistance. It directly asks Allah for 'Thabat' (steadfastness) in matters of faith and life, which is crucial when trust is broken and you feel your foundations shaking. The request for 'Azeemah 'alar-rushd' (resolve to follow the right path) helps you steer clear of impulsive reactions or seeking retribution that could displease Allah. It also encompasses asking for the means to attain Allah's mercy and forgiveness, and the ability to be grateful for His blessings even in hardship. A sound heart and truthful tongue are vital for navigating betrayal with integrity.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to supplicate: 'Allahumma inni as'alukath-thabata fil-amr, wal-'azeemata 'alar-rushd, wa as'aluka muujibaati rahmatik, wa hawaa'iza maghfiratik, wa as'aluka shukra ni'matik, wa husna 'ibaadatik, wa as'aluka qalban saleeman, wa lisaanan saadiqan, wa a'udhu bika min sharri ma ta'lam, wa as'aluka khaira ma ta'lam, wa astaghfiruka mimma ta'lam. Allahumma 'allimni al-huda, wa qini sharra nafsi.' (O Allah, I ask You for steadfastness in all affairs, and the resolve to follow the right path. I ask You for the things that earn Your mercy, and the means to Your forgiveness. I ask You to make me grateful for Your favors and to enable me to worship You well. I ask You for a sound heart and a truthful tongue. I seek refuge in You from the evil of what You know, and I ask You for the good of what You know, and I seek Your forgiveness for what You know. O Allah, teach me guidance and protect me from the evil of myself.)