اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ فِعْلَ الْخَيْرَاتِ، وَتَرْكَ الْمُنْكَرَاتِ، وَحُبَّ الْمَسَاكِينِ، وَأَنْ تَغْفِرَ لِي وَتَرْحَمَنِي، وَإِذَا أَرَدْتَ فِتْنَةَ قَوْمٍ فَتَوَفَّنِي غَيْرَ مَفْتُونٍ، أَسْأَلُكَ حُبَّكَ، وَحُبَّ مَنْ يُحِبُّكَ، وَحُبَّ عَمَلٍ يُقَرِّبُنِي إِلَى حُبِّكَ.
O Allah, I ask You for the ability to do good deeds, and to abandon evil deeds, and to love the poor. I ask You to forgive me and have mercy on me. And if You intend to try a people, then take me [to Yourself] without being tried by them. I ask You for Your love, and the love of those who love You, and the love of the deeds which will bring me closer to Your love.
Allahumma inni as'aluka fi'l al-khayrat, wa tark al-munkarat, wa hubb al-masakin, wa an taghfira li wa tarhamani, wa idha aradta fitnata qawmin fa tawaffani ghayra maftun. As'aluka hubbaka, wa hubba man yuhibbuka, wa hubba 'amalin yuqarribuni ila hubbik.
When to Read
This powerful supplication is particularly fitting when you feel a pull to return to Allah after a period of spiritual neglect or distance. Recite it whenever you are feeling remorseful, seeking guidance, or simply want to reaffirm your commitment to Allah and His love. It’s perfect for moments of quiet reflection, after obligatory prayers, or during the blessed times like the last third of the night.
How to Read
Make this dua with sincere intention and a hopeful heart. Raise your hands, as is the Sunnah when making dua, and face the Qiblah if possible. Focus on the meaning of the words, truly asking Allah for His assistance in doing good, avoiding sin, and cultivating a love for Him and for actions that draw you closer to Him. Believe that Allah hears your supplication and will respond in the best way.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates a comprehensive request for a righteous life. It asks Allah to enable you to perform good deeds and abstain from forbidden acts, which are the cornerstones of Islamic practice. It also seeks love for the needy, fostering compassion and empathy, a quality beloved by Allah. The prayer for forgiveness and mercy is central to repentance. Importantly, it includes a plea for protection from trials and tribulations, asking Allah to take you back before falling into severe tests. Finally, it culminates in asking for Allah's love, the love of those who love Him, and the love of deeds that bring one closer to Him – the ultimate goal for a believer.
Source & Authentication
The hadith states: "Umm Salamah asked the Prophet (ﷺ) which du'a he recited most often when he was with her. He recited: 'O Allah, O Turner of the hearts, keep my heart firm on Your religion.' Umm Salamah then asked: 'O Messenger of Allah, what makes the hearts of the children of Adam turn?' He said: 'It is the heart between the fingers of the Most Merciful. He turns it as He wills.' (Sunan At-Tirmidhi 3522). The dua provided in this entry is a distinct and comprehensive supplication taught by the Prophet ﷺ, focusing on actively seeking good, avoiding evil, and cultivating divine love, which is also essential for steadfastness after periods of neglect.