اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي عَبْدُكَ، ابْنُ عَبْدِكَ، ابْنُ أَمَتِكَ، نَاصِيَتِي بِيَدِكَ، مَاضٍ فِيَّ حُكْمُكَ، عَدْلٌ فِيَّ قَضَاؤُكَ، أَسْأَلُكَ بِكُلِّ اسْمٍ هُوَ لَكَ، سَمَّيْتَ بِهِ نَفْسَكَ، أَوْ عَلَّمْتَهُ أَحَدًا مِنْ خَلْقِكَ، أَوْ أَنْزَلْتَهُ فِي كِتَابِكَ، أَوْ اسْتَأْثَرْتَ بِهِ فِي عِلْمِ الغَيْبِ عِنْدَكَ، أَنْ تَجْعَلَ القُرْآنَ رَبِيعَ قَلْبِي، وَنُورَ صَدْرِي، وَجَلَاءَ حُزْنِي، وَذَهَابَ هَمِّي.
O Allah, I am Your servant, son of Your servant, son of Your female servant. My forelock is in Your hand. Your command over me is effective. Your decree concerning me is just. I ask You by every name that You have called Yourself, or revealed to anyone from Your creation, or sent down in Your Book, or preserved in the knowledge of the unseen with You, that You make the Qur'an the springtime of my heart, and the light of my chest, the banisher of my sadness, and the reliever of my distress.
Allahumma inni 'abduka, ibnu 'abdika, ibnu amatika, nasiyatii biyadika, madin fiyya hukmuka, 'adlun fiyya qada'uka, as'aluka bikulli ismin huwa laka, sammayta bihi nafsaka, aw 'allamtahu ahadan min khalqika, aw anzaltahu fi kitabika, aw ista'tharta bihi fi 'ilm al-ghaybi 'indaka, an taj'ala al-Qur'ana rabi'a qalbi, wa nura sadri, wa jala'a huzni, wa dhahaba hammi.
When to Read
This comprehensive dua is a powerful tool to turn to whenever feelings of sadness, disappointment, or distress overwhelm you, especially when your sincere efforts seem unappreciated or met with ingratitude. Recite it during times of emotional struggle, after offering your obligatory prayers, or at any moment you feel the need to reconnect with Allah and seek His solace.
How to Read
Begin by ensuring you are in a state of wudu if possible. Face the Qiblah. Raise your hands to shoulder level, palms facing upwards. Recite the dua with sincerity and focus, understanding the profound meaning of each word. Reflect on Allah's attributes as mentioned in the dua, recognizing His absolute power and sovereignty. Believe in the power of the Qur'an as a source of healing and peace. Conclude by making personal supplications (dua) for your specific needs, asking Allah to ease your burden and grant you strength.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is known for its profound ability to alleviate sadness and worry. By invoking Allah with His most beautiful names and acknowledging His complete dominion, it strengthens one's reliance on Him. Making the Qur'an the 'springtime of the heart' brings life and joy, while making it the 'light of the chest' illuminates understanding and dispels darkness. It is a direct request for Allah to remove grief and anxiety, offering immense psychological and spiritual relief.
Source & Authentication
Ahmad narrated in his Musnad (3712) from Abdullah bin Mas'ud (may Allah be pleased with him) who said: The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: 'There is no servant (of Allah) who is afflicted with distress and says: Allahumma inni 'abduka, ibnu 'abdika, ibnu amatika, nasiyatii biyadika, madin fiyya hukmuka, 'adlun fiyya qada'uka, as'aluka bikulli ismin huwa laka, sammayta bihi nafsaka, aw 'allamtahu ahadan min khalqika, aw anzaltahu fi kitabika, aw ista'tharta bihi fi 'ilm al-ghaybi 'indaka, an taj'ala al-Qur'ana rabi'a qalbi, wa nura sadri, wa jala'a huzni, wa dhahaba hammi. (except that) Allah will remove his distress and replace his sadness with joy.' It was said: 'O Messenger of Allah, should we not learn these words?' He said: 'Yes, it is incumbent upon everyone who hears them to learn them.'