اللَّهُمَّ أَهِلَّهُ عَلَيْنَا بِالْأَمْنِ وَالْإِيمَانِ، وَالسَّلَامَةِ وَالْإِسْلَامِ، وَالتَّوْفِيقِ لِمَا تُحِبُّ وَتَرْضَى، رَبِّي وَرَبُّكَ اللَّهُ
O Allah, bring it upon us with security and faith, with safety and Islam, and with success in what You love and what You decree. My Lord and your Lord is Allah.
Allahumma ahillahu 'alayna bil-amni wal-imani, was-salamati wal-islami, wat-tawfeeqi lima tuhibbu wa tardha, Rabbi wa Rabbuk-Allah.
When to Read
This dua is recited upon sighting the new moon of Ramadan, signaling the beginning of the blessed month. It's a beautiful practice to welcome Ramadan with supplication, asking Allah for the best of what this month holds.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a hopeful heart. It's traditionally recited facing the new moon, raising one's hands slightly. The emphasis is on the earnest request to Allah for spiritual blessings and protection throughout the month.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication encapsulates profound requests for Ramadan: security (al-amnu) from fear and distress, faith (al-imani) to strengthen our connection with Allah, safety (as-salamah) from harm, adherence to Islam (al-islami) in its purest form, and the guidance and ability (at-tawfeeqi) to perform deeds that are pleasing to Allah. It’s a comprehensive way to ask for the best of this sacred time.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to say when the new moon appeared: 'Allahumma ahillahu 'alayna bil-amni wal-imani, was-salamati wal-islami, wat-tawfeeqi lima tuhibbu wa tardha, Rabbi wa Rabbuk-Allah.' (O Allah, bring it upon us with security and faith, with safety and Islam, and with success in what You love and what You decree. My Lord and your Lord is Allah.) [Reported by Tirmidhi and authenticated by Al-Albani as Hasan Ghareeb]. This narration highlights the Prophet's ﷺ personal practice and his beautiful way of seeking Allah's blessings for the new month.