رَبَّنَا لَا تُزِغْ قُلُوبَنَا بَعْدَ إِذْ هَدَيْتَنَا وَهَبْ لَنَا مِن لَّدُنكَ رَحْمَةً ۚ إِنَّكَ أَنتَ الْوَهَّابُ
Our Lord, do not cause our hearts to stray after You have guided us, and grant us mercy from Yourself. Indeed, You are the Bestower.
Rabbana la tuzigh qulubana ba'da idh hadaytana wa hab lana min ladunka rahmatan innaka antal-Wahhab.
When to Read
This powerful dua is a constant reminder of our reliance on Allah for guidance and steadfastness. It's particularly poignant to recite when: * Feeling any wavering in faith or practice. * Witnessing trials or temptations that could lead one astray. * After receiving guidance or a blessing, to ask for it to be maintained. * As part of your daily supplications, especially during the quiet hours of the night or after prayers.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a deep understanding of its meaning. Place your hands on your chest, over your heart, as the dua is specifically for the heart. Focus on the plea to Allah, acknowledging His power to guide and His mercy to sustain you. Understand that 'straying' can mean deviating from the path of Islam, falling into sin, or losing conviction. This plea is for protection against all forms of deviation.
Virtues & Benefits
This verse is part of Surah Al 'Imran, which contains profound lessons and reminders. By reciting this dua, we are: * Acknowledging Allah's absolute sovereignty over our hearts and our ability to remain guided. The heart is the king of the body; if it is sound, the body is sound. (Sahih al-Bukhari 6953) * Seeking protection from the trials and temptations that can lead us away from the Deen. * Humbling ourselves and recognizing our constant need for Allah's grace and mercy. The attribute 'Al-Wahhab' (The Bestower) emphasizes His generosity in granting favors. * Cultivating a state of perpetual dependence on Allah, which is a sign of true faith.