اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ الثَّبَاتَ فِي الأَمْرِ، وَالعَزِيمَةَ عَلَى الرُّشْدِ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ شُكْرَ نِعْمَتِكَ، وَحُسْنَ عِبَادَتِكَ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ قَلْبًا سَلِيمًا، وَلِسَانًا صَادِقًا، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا تَعْلَمُ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ مِنْ خَيْرِ مَا تَعْلَمُ، وَأَسْتَغْفِرُكَ مِمَّا تَعْلَمُ، إِنَّكَ أَنْتَ عَلَّامُ الغُيُوبِ
O Allah, I ask You for steadfastness in all matters, and firmness in pursuing righteousness. I ask You to enable me to be grateful for Your favors and to worship You in the best way. 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. I seek Your forgiveness for what You know. Indeed, You are the Knower of the unseen.
Allahumma inni as'alukath-thabata fil-amri, wal-'azeemata 'alar-rushdi, wa as'aluka shukra ni'matika, wa husna 'ibadatika, wa as'aluka qalban saleeman, wa lisaanan saadiqan, wa a'udhu bika min sharri ma ta'lamu, wa as'aluka min khairi ma ta'lamu, wa astaghfiruka mimma ta'lamu, innaka anta 'allamul-ghuyoob.
When to Read
This dua is incredibly vital when you find yourself at a crossroads, facing a decision where right and wrong are blurred, or when you feel tempted to stray from the path of goodness. Recite it before making a crucial choice, when facing prolonged trials, or even daily to fortify your resolve against life's moral challenges.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a humble heart. Raise your hands in supplication as you begin, focusing on the meaning of each word. Imagine Allah (SWT) listening to your plea. Ensure you are in a state of purity if possible. Repeat it regularly, especially during moments of doubt or temptation.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive supplication asks Allah for the core elements needed to navigate life's difficulties with faith: steadfastness (thabat) in one's affairs, determination (azimah) to follow the right path, gratitude for blessings, excellent worship, a pure heart, and a truthful tongue. It also seeks protection from hidden evils and asks for all good, acknowledging Allah's complete knowledge of the unseen, which is crucial when facing dilemmas where the consequences are not fully apparent.
Source & Authentication
Al-Hasan Al-Basri (may Allah have mercy on him) said: "We were with the Messenger of Allah ﷺ when a man said: 'O Messenger of Allah! What is salvation?' He said: 'Fear Allah, O man, and be steadfast. And do not be a man who plays with his religion, for he does not know when he will be tested.' Then the Messenger of Allah ﷺ taught them this dua: 'Allahumma inni as'alukath-thabata fil-amri, wal-'azeemata 'alar-rushdi, wa as'aluka shukra ni'matika, wa husna 'ibadatika, wa as'aluka qalban saleeman, wa lisaanan saadiqan, wa a'udhu bika min sharri ma ta'lamu, wa as'aluka min khairi ma ta'lamu, wa astaghfiruka mimma ta'lamu, innaka anta 'allamul-ghuyoob.' (O Allah, I ask You for steadfastness in all matters, and firmness in pursuing righteousness. I ask You to enable me to be grateful for Your favors and to worship You in the best way. 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. I seek Your forgiveness for what You know. Indeed, You are the Knower of the unseen.)