لَا يُكَلِّفُ ٱللَّهُ نَفْسًا إِلَّا وُسْعَهَا ۚ لَهَا مَا كَسَبَتْ وَعَلَيْهَا مَا ٱكْتَسَبَتْ ۗ رَبَّنَا لَا تُؤَاخِذْنَآ إِن نَّسِينَآ أَوْ أَخْطَأْنَا ۚ رَبَّنَا وَلَا تَحْمِلْ عَلَيْنَآ إِصْرًا كَمَا حَمَلْتَهُۥ عَلَى ٱلَّذِينَ مِن قَبْلِنَا ۚ رَبَّنَا وَلَا تُحَمِّلْنَا مَا لَا طَاقَةَ لَنَا بِهِۦ ۖ وَٱعْفُ عَنَّا وَٱغْفِرْ لَنَا وَٱرْحَمْنَآ ۚ أَنتَ مَوْلَىٰنَا فَٱنصُرْنَا عَلَى ٱلْقَوْمِ ٱلْكَٰفِرِينَ
Allah does not burden a soul beyond that which it can bear. It will have what it earned, and it will suffer what it earned. Our Lord, do not impose blame upon us if we have forgotten or erred. Our Lord, and lay not upon us a burden like that which You laid upon those before us. Our Lord, and do not make us bear that which we have no ability to bear. And pardon us; and forgive us; and have mercy upon us. You are our Protector, so give us victory over the disbelieving people.
Lā yukallifullāhu nafsan illā wus'ahā ۚ lahā mā kasabat wa 'alayhā mak-tasabat ۗ Rabbanā lā tu'ākhidhnā in nasīnā aw akhṭa'nā ۚ Rabbanā wa lā taḥmil 'alaynā iṣran kamā ḥamaltahū 'alal-ladhīna min qablinā ۚ Rabbanā wa lā tuḥammilnā mā lā ṭāqata lanā bihī ۖ Wa'fu 'annā wagfir lanā warḥamnā ۚ Anta mawlānā fanṣurnā 'alal-qawmil-kāfirīn.
When to Read
This powerful segment from Surah Al-Baqarah's concluding verses is a comprehensive plea we can turn to in many moments. It’s particularly recommended for daily recitation, especially in the evenings, as part of your *adhkar* (remembrances) for protection and sufficiency throughout the night. You might find yourself turning to it when you feel overwhelmed by life's challenges, when seeking Allah's ease in difficult matters, or when reflecting on the fragility of our faith and seeking its steadfastness. It’s a shield against burdens and a beacon for mercy and forgiveness.
How to Read
When you recite this beautiful dua, approach it with sincerity and an unwavering certainty in Allah's response. Understand the profound meanings behind each phrase: acknowledging Allah's justice, seeking forgiveness for our human errors, asking for ease and relief from heavy burdens, and ultimately affirming His protection and assistance. Recite it with humility, contemplating your own need for Allah's mercy and support, and knowing that He listens to every sincere supplication. It's not just words; it's a conversation with your Creator.
Virtues & Benefits
The immense benefits of reciting the last two verses of Surah Al-Baqarah, which include this powerful dua, are well-documented in the Sunnah. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: "Whoever recites the two verses from the end of Surah Al-Baqarah at night, they will be sufficient for him." (Sahih al-Bukhari 5009, Sahih Muslim 807). What does 'sufficient for him' mean? Scholars have interpreted this in various ways: 1. **Sufficiency against evil**: Protection from evil jinn, people, and calamities. 2. **Sufficiency for the night's worship**: It's as if he prayed the whole night. 3. **Sufficiency for troubles**: It prevents harm or worries. 4. **Sufficiency for his faith**: It strengthens belief and safeguards it from deviation. This dua also reminds us of Allah's immense mercy, His promise not to burden us beyond our capacity, and His role as our ultimate Protector. Reciting it strengthens our *tawakkul* (reliance on Allah) and reinforces our faith in His power and wisdom.