اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي عَبْدُكَ، ابْنُ عَبْدِكَ، ابْنُ أَمَتِكَ، نَاصِيَتِي بِيَدِكَ، مَاضٍ فِيَّ حُكْمُكَ، عَدْلٌ فِيَّ قَضَاؤُكَ، أَسْأَلُكَ بِكُلِّ اسْمٍ هُوَ لَكَ، سَمَّيْتَ بِهِ نَفْسَكَ، أَوْ أَنْزَلْتَهُ فِي كِتَابِكَ، أَوْ عَلَّمْتَهُ أَحَدًا مِنْ خَلْقِكَ، أَوْ اسْتَأْثَرْتَ بِهِ فِي عِلْمِ الغَيْبِ عِنْدَكَ، أَنْ تَجْعَلَ القُرْآنَ رَبِيعَ قَلْبِي، وَنُورَ صَدْرِي، وَجِلَاءَ حُزْنِي، وَذَهَابَ هَمِّي.
O Allah, indeed I am Your servant, son of Your servant, son of Your female servant. My forelock is in Your hand. Your command over me is forever established. Your justice over me is certain. I ask You by every name that You have called Yourself, or revealed in Your Book, or taught to any one of Your creation, or kept hidden for Yourself in the knowledge of the unseen that is with You, that You make the Qur'an the spring of my heart, and the light of my chest, the banisher of my grief, and the reliever of my distress.
Allahumma inni 'abdak, ibnu 'abdik, ibnu amatik, nasiyati biyadika, madin fiyya hukmuka, 'adlun fiyya qada'uk, as'aluka bikulli ismin huwa lak, sammayta bihi nafsak, aw anzaltahu fi kitâbik, aw 'allamtahu ahadan min khalqik, aw ista'tharta bihi fi 'ilm al-ghaybi 'indak, an taj'ala al-Qur'ana rabi'a qalbi, wa nura sadri, wa jila'a huzni, wa dhahaba hammi.
When to Read
This powerful dua is for moments when you feel overwhelmed by past mistakes, the weight of addiction, or the struggle to change. Recite it during the quiet of the night, after prayers, or whenever you feel a deep yearning for Allah's help and a sincere desire to turn over a new leaf.
How to Read
Begin by acknowledging your servitude to Allah (swt). Utter the dua with a sincere heart, recognizing His complete control over your life and destiny. Feel the earnestness in your supplication as you implore Him using the most beautiful names and attributes. Understand that seeking refuge in the Qur'an as a source of peace and guidance is key to overcoming any struggle.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to a man who felt distressed, is a comprehensive plea for relief and transformation. By asking Allah (swt) to make the Qur'an the 'spring of the heart,' it signifies the life-giving and refreshing power of Allah's words. It offers light to overcome darkness, removes sorrow, and alleviates worry, which are crucial for breaking free from the grip of addiction and finding true repentance.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua to a man who came to him and said: 'O Messenger of Allah, I have been afflicted by a tribulation and my enemies have taken me prisoner.' He (the Prophet ﷺ) told him: 'Shall I not teach you words which, if you say them, Allah will grant you relief?': Allahumma inni 'abdak, ibnu 'abdik, ibnu amatik, nasiyati biyadika, madin fiyya hukmuka, 'adlun fiyya qada'uk, as'aluka bikulli ismin huwa lak, sammayta bihi nafsak, aw anzaltahu fi kitâbik, aw 'allamtahu ahadan min khalqik, aw ista'tharta bihi fi 'ilm al-ghaybi 'indak, an taj'ala al-Qur'ana rabi'a qalbi, wa nura sadri, wa jila'a huzni, wa dhahaba hammi. (O Allah, indeed I am Your servant, son of Your servant, son of Your female servant. My forelock is in Your hand. Your command over me is forever established. Your justice over me is certain. I ask You by every name that You have called Yourself, or revealed in Your Book, or taught to any one of Your creation, or kept hidden for Yourself in the knowledge of the unseen that is with You, that You make the Qur'an the spring of my heart, and the light of my chest, the banisher of my grief, and the reliever of my distress). The man said: 'I recited them, and Allah the Almighty removed my affliction and granted me relief.' — Reported by Ahmad and others, authenticated by Al-Albani.