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 الْغَيْبِ عِنْدَكَ، أَنْ تَجْعَلَ الْقُرْآنَ رَبِيعَ قَلْبِي، وَنُورَ صَدْرِي، وَجَلَاءَ حُزْنِي، وَذَهَابَ هَمِّي.
O Allah, I am Your servant, son of Your servant, son of Your maidservant. My forelock is in Your hand. Your command over me is inevitable. Your judgment upon me is just. I ask You by every name You have called Yourself, or revealed in Your Book, or taught to any of Your creation, or kept to Yourself in the knowledge of the unseen which You possess, that You make the Qur'an the springtime of my heart, the light of my chest, the banisher of my sorrow, and the reliever of my worries.
Allahumma inni 'abduk, ibnu 'abdik, ibnu amatik, nasiyati biyadika, madin fiyya hukmuk, 'adlun fiyya qada'uk, as'aluka bikulli ismin huwa laka sammayta bihi nafsak, aw anzaltahu fi kitabik, aw 'allamtahu ahadan min khalqik, aw ista'tharta bihi fi 'ilmil-ghaybi 'indak, an taj'alal-Qur'ana rabi'a qalbi, wa nura sadri, wa jala'a huzni, wa dhahaba hammi.
When to Read
This profound dua is especially relevant when one feels overwhelmed by past sins, particularly those committed during periods of unawareness, ignorance, or unconsciousness (like sleep, intoxication, or even moments of heedlessness). It is suitable to recite at any time, particularly during the quiet hours of the night or after prayers, when seeking direct communion with Allah. Its essence lies in acknowledging our complete dependence on Allah and seeking His mercy and guidance to cleanse our hearts and minds.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity, humility, and a heartfelt desire for Allah's forgiveness. Understand that you are approaching the Almighty, the One who knows all your circumstances. Focus on the meaning of each phrase, acknowledging your servitude and Allah's absolute power and justice. Raising your hands slightly while making this dua is a sign of supplication and dependence. It is best recited in a state of wudu (ablution), though it is permissible to recite without it when seeking refuge from overwhelming worry.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a comprehensive plea that seeks Allah's help in making the Qur'an a source of life and solace for the believer. It addresses the deep-seated issues of the heart and mind: making the Qur'an the 'springtime' of the heart signifies spiritual renewal and growth; the 'light' for the chest brings clarity and peace; and its ability to 'banish sorrow and relieve worries' offers profound emotional and mental healing. By invoking Allah through His most beautiful names, this dua seeks His comprehensive mercy to rectify past mistakes and guide us towards a better future, even for sins we may not fully recall or understand.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Ibn Mas'ud that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to supplicate: 'Allahumma inni 'abduk, ibnu 'abdik, ibnu amatik, nasiyati biyadika, madin fiyya hukmuk, 'adlun fiyya qada'uk, as'aluka bikulli ismin huwa laka sammayta bihi nafsak, aw anzaltahu fi kitabik, aw 'allamtahu ahadan min khalqik, aw ista'tharta bihi fi 'ilmil-ghaybi 'indak, an taj'alal-Qur'ana rabi'a qalbi, wa nura sadri, wa jala'a huzni, wa dhahaba hammi.' (Allahumma, I am Your servant, son of Your servant, son of Your maidservant. My forelock is in Your hand. Your command over me is inevitable. Your judgment upon me is just. I ask You by every name You have called Yourself, or revealed in Your Book, or taught to any of Your creation, or kept to Yourself in the knowledge of the unseen which You possess, that You make the Qur'an the springtime of my heart, the light of my chest, the banisher of my sorrow, and the reliever of my worries.)