يَا مُقَلِّبَ الْقُلُوبِ ثَبِّتْ قَلْبِي عَلَى دِينِكَ
O Turner of the hearts, keep my heart firm upon Your religion.
Ya muqallib al-qulub, thabbit qalbi 'ala deenik
When to Read
This dua is incredibly powerful when you find yourself drowning in feelings of guilt, or any time you feel your faith wavering. It's especially relevant when past mistakes weigh heavily on your mind, making it hard to focus on Allah's mercy and move forward. Recite it when you feel anxious, regretful, or when doubt creeps in.
How to Read
This is a concise yet profound supplication. Recite it with sincere intention and conviction, focusing on the meaning of 'Turner of the hearts.' Visualize Allah (Glory be to Him) holding your heart and ask Him to secure it upon His deen, His way of life. Repeating it frequently can help reinforce your resolve and keep your focus directed towards Allah.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua directly addresses the core of our being – the heart. By asking Allah, the One who controls all hearts, to keep us steadfast, we are seeking the strongest form of stability. When guilt overwhelms us, it can lead to despair, making us feel like we've strayed too far. This supplication reminds us that Allah's religion is the anchor, and the ability to remain on its path is a gift from Him. It helps shift our focus from our own failings to Allah's power to guide and sustain us, fostering hope and perseverance.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by an-Nuwas bin Sam'an: I asked the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) about righteousness and sin. He said: "Righteousness is good character, and sin is that which is disturbing within your chest and you dislike that the people know of it." And I asked him about the turning of the hearts, and he said: "It is the heart of a human being which is between the fingers of Ar-Rahman (the Most Gracious), He turns it however He wills." (Sunan At-Tirmidhi 2140). The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) also used to say: 'O Allah, Reformer of the hearts, make my heart firm on Your religion.'