قُلْ يَا عِبَادِيَ الَّذِينَ أَسْرَفُوا عَلَىٰ أَنفُسِهِمْ لَا تَقْنَطُوا مِن رَّحْمَةِ اللَّهِ ۚ إِنَّ اللَّهَ يَغْفِرُ الذُّنُوبَ جَمِيعًا ۚ إِنَّهُ هُوَ الْغَفُورُ الرَّحِيمُ
Say, 'O My servants who have transgressed against themselves [by sinning], do not despair of the mercy of Allah. Indeed, Allah forgives all sins. Indeed, it is He who is the Forgiving, the Merciful.'
Qul ya 'ibadiyal-ladheena asrafu 'ala anfusihim la taqnatwoo min rahmatillah, innallaha yaghfirudh-dhunooba jamee'an, innahu huwal-Ghafoorur-Raheem.
When to Read
This ayah is a powerful reminder for anyone feeling crushed by the weight of their past mistakes. Recite it when you feel despair creeping in, when your sins seem too numerous or too grave to be forgiven. It's a lifeline, a direct address from Allah (SWT) to you, offering hope and a path back.
How to Read
Reflect deeply on each word. Understand that Allah (SWT) is speaking directly to you, His creation. Visualize His mercy encompassing all your shortcomings. Recite it with sincere conviction, believing in the forgiveness promised. It can be recited individually or as part of your daily supplications.
Virtues & Benefits
This ayah is the ultimate antidote to despair. It assures us that no sin is beyond Allah's (SWT) forgiveness, as long as we turn to Him sincerely. It dismantles the whispers of Shaytan that tell us we are too far gone. The repetition of 'Indeed' (inna) emphasizes the certainty of this promise. It's a foundational belief that fuels our repentance and strengthens our connection with our Creator.