اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ الصَّبْرَ عَلَى قَضَائِكَ، وَالْبَرْدَ بَعْدَ الْمَوْتِ، وَلَذَّةَ النَّظَرِ إِلَى وَجْهِكَ، وَالشَّوْقَ إِلَى لِقَائِكَ، أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ ضَرَّاءٍ مُضِرَّةٍ، وَضَلالَةٍ مُضِلَّةٍ، يَا رَبَّ الْعَالَمِينَ
O Allah, I ask You for patience in Your decree, and coolness of life after death, and the delight of looking at Your Face, and the longing to meet You. I seek refuge in You from harmful adversity and misleading deviation, O Lord of the worlds.
Allahumma inni as'aluk as-sabra 'ala qada'ik, wal-burda ba'da al-mawt, wa ladhdhat an-nadari ila Wajhik, wash-shawqa ila liqa'ik. A'udhu bika min darra'in mudirratin, wa dalalatin mudillatin, Ya Rabb al-'alamin.
When to Read
This profound dua is suitable to recite during times of illness, hardship, or when contemplating the transient nature of this life and the eternal hereafter. It is particularly potent when seeking Allah's grace to accept His divine plan, even when it involves suffering, and to find solace and anticipation for the ultimate reward in the next life.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a humble heart, reflecting on each phrase. It is best recited after your obligatory prayers, or at any time you feel the need for strength and perspective. Visualize the immense mercy of Allah and your desire to please Him, seeking His assistance to navigate life's challenges with unwavering faith and patience.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates a comprehensive request for spiritual fortitude and eternal well-being. By asking for patience in Allah's decree, we acknowledge His perfect wisdom and timing, finding peace even in difficult circumstances. The plea for the coolness of life after death and the delight of seeing Allah's Face highlights our ultimate aspiration as believers. Seeking refuge from harmful adversity and misleading deviation protects us from physical harm and spiritual error. It is a powerful supplication that grounds us in remembrance of Allah and prepares our hearts for the ultimate return to Him.
Source & Authentication
Narrated 'Abdullah bin Mas'ud: The Prophet (ﷺ) used to say: 'O Allah, I ask You for guidance, piety, chastity, and freedom from want.' He also used to say: 'O Allah, I ask You for patience in Your decree, and coolness of life after death, and the delight of looking at Your Face, and the longing to meet You. I seek refuge in You from harmful adversity and misleading deviation, O Lord of the worlds.'