اللَّهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لِي خَطِيئَتِي، وَجَهْلِي، وَإِسْرَافِي فِي أَمْرِي، وَمَا أَنْتَ أَعْلَمُ بِهِ مِنِّي، اللَّهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لِي هَزْلِي وَجِدِّي، وَخَطَئِي وَعَمْدِي، وَعَزْمِي وَهَزْلِي، كُلُّ ذَلِكَ عِنْدِي.
O Allah, forgive me my errors, my ignorance, my excess in my affairs, and whatever You know better than I. O Allah, forgive me my jesting and my seriousness, my unintentional and intentional sins, and my resolve and my jesting, all of that is with me.
Allahummaghfir li khatee'ati wa jahli, wa israafi fi amri, wa ma anta a'lamu bihi minni. Allahummaghfir li hazli wa jiddi, wa khata'i wa 'amdi, wa 'azmi wa hazli, kullu dhalika 'indi.
When to Read
This comprehensive supplication is perfect for reciting at any time, especially during the quiet hours of the night, after obligatory prayers, or whenever one feels the need to consciously seek Allah's forgiveness. It's a powerful way to cleanse the heart and mind of any lingering missteps, known or unknown.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a humbled heart, reflecting on each word. It's best recited from memory or from a reliable source. Focus on the meaning and the overwhelming mercy of Allah, believing that He will forgive you. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to say this very supplication, highlighting its importance and comprehensiveness.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses forgiveness for a wide range of human frailties, including accidental sins, ignorance, overstepping boundaries, and even sins committed in jest or seriousness, whether intentional or unintentional. By reciting it, one is seeking Allah's complete pardon, acknowledging that only He has perfect knowledge of all our actions and shortcomings. It's a profound act of Tawbah (repentance) that fosters a closer connection with Allah and a clearer conscience.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 'O Allah, forgive me my errors, my ignorance, my excess in my affairs, and whatever You know better than I. O Allah, forgive me my jesting and my seriousness, my unintentional and intentional sins, and my resolve and my jesting, all of that is with me.' (Sahih al-Bukhari 5902)