اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ فِعْلَ الْخَيْرَاتِ، وَتَرْكَ الْمُنْكَرَاتِ، وَحُبَّ الْمَسَاكِينِ، وَإِذَا أَرَدْتَ فِي خَلْقِكَ فِتْنَةً فَتَوَفَّنِي إِلَيْهَا غَيْرَ مَفْتُونٍ، أَسْأَلُكَ حُبَّكَ، وَحُبَّ مَنْ يُحِبُّكَ، وَحُبَّ عَمَلٍ يُقَرِّبُنِي إِلَى حُبِّكَ
O Allah, I ask You to enable me to do good deeds and to abandon evil deeds, and to love the poor. And I ask You to protect me from the trials that You may decree for Your creation, by taking my soul (in a state of goodness) before it. I ask You for Your love, and the love of those who love You, and the love of deeds which bring me closer to Your love.
Allahumma inni as'aluka fi'l-khairat, wa tarkal-munkarat, wa hubbal-masakin, wa idha aradta fi khalqika fitnatan fa tawaffani ilayha ghaira maftun. As'aluka hubbak, wa hubba man yuhibbuk, wa hubba 'amalin yuqarribuni ila hubbik.
When to Read
This powerful dua is particularly relevant as Ramadan concludes. We can recite it regularly, especially after completing acts of worship, reflecting on our shortcomings, and seeking Allah's continued guidance. It's a comprehensive supplication for spiritual well-being and closeness to our Creator.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a heartfelt desire for Allah's pleasure. Raising your hands is customary when making dua. Picture yourself acting upon good, refraining from bad, and embracing compassion. Believe that Allah hears your supplication and will respond in the best way.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates a complete spiritual framework. It asks for the ability to perform good deeds (like those we've strived for in Ramadan), the strength to avoid sins, and a compassionate heart. It also seeks protection from future trials and asks for the love of Allah, which is the ultimate goal. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this to Abu Dharr (may Allah be pleased with him), highlighting its immense value for spiritual growth.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said to Abu Dharr (may Allah be pleased with him): 'O Abu Dharr, shall I not teach you two phrases that are light on the tongue, but heavy on the Scale (of deeds), and are beloved to the Most Merciful? He said: 'Yes, O Messenger of Allah, teach me.' He said: 'Say: 'Subhan Allahil-'Adhim wa bihamdihi' (Glory be to Allah the Almighty, and praise be to Him).' And when you wake up, say: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka 'ilman nafi'an, wa rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan' (O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, good provision, and accepted deeds).' And when you go to bed, say: 'Allahumma aslimtu wajhi ilayk, wa fawwadtu amri ilayk, wa alja'tu zhahri ilayk, raghbatan wa rahbatan ilayk. La malja'a wa la manja minka illa ilayk. Allahumma amantu bikitabikalladhi anzalt, wa bi nabiyyikalladhi arsalt' (O Allah, I have submitted myself to You, entrusted my affairs to You, and turned my face towards You for protection, seeking reward and fearing punishment. There is no refuge or sanctuary from You except with You. O Allah, I believe in Your Book which You revealed and in Your Prophet whom You sent).' And when you lie down to sleep, say: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka fi'l-khairat, wa tarkal-munkarat, wa hubbal-masakin, wa idha aradta fi khalqika fitnatan fa tawaffani ilayha ghaira maftun. As'aluka hubbak, wa hubba man yuhibbuk, wa hubba 'amalin yuqarribuni ila hubbik.' (O Allah, I ask You to enable me to do good deeds and to abandon evil deeds, and to love the poor. And I ask You to protect me from the trials that You may decree for Your creation, by taking my soul (in a state of goodness) before it. I ask You for Your love, and the love of those who love You, and the love of deeds which bring me closer to Your love.)' So he taught him four phrases, two for the morning, and two for the evening. Abu Dharr said: 'So I remembered them, and I kept them very well.' (Sunan At-Tirmidhi 1909)