رَبَّنَا لَا تُزِغْ قُلُوبَنَا بَعْدَ إِذْ هَدَيْتَنَا وَهَبْ لَنَا مِنْ لَدُنْكَ رَحْمَةً ۚ إِنَّكَ أَنْتَ الْوَهَّابُ
Our Lord, do not let our hearts deviate after You have guided them, and grant us from Yourself mercy. 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 is a profound supplication, especially important during times of confusion, temptation, or when feeling a spiritual drift. It's a constant reminder for every Muslim to seek Allah's help in maintaining steadfastness on the Straight Path, no matter how strong their faith may feel at any given moment. Recite it regularly, particularly after prayers and during the quiet hours of the night, asking Allah to keep your heart firm.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a deep sense of reliance on Allah. Understand the meaning of each word: 'Our Lord,' acknowledging His dominion and our dependence; 'do not let our hearts deviate,' a plea against straying from the truth; 'after You have guided them,' recognizing that guidance is a gift from Him; and 'grant us from Yourself mercy,' asking for His continuous compassion. Contemplate the attribute 'Al-Wahhab' (The Bestower) as you ask for His unending gifts of mercy and steadfastness.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates a core aspiration for every believer: to remain firm on Islam. By seeking protection against deviation, we acknowledge our human weakness and Allah's power to preserve our faith. It highlights that true guidance and steadfastness are blessings that come only from Allah, and we must continuously seek His mercy to maintain them. This supplication teaches us humility and constant dependence on our Creator for our spiritual well-being.