اللَّهُمَّ عَبْدُكَ وَابْنُ أَمَتِكَ احْتَاجَ إِلَى رَحْمَتِكَ، وَأَنْتَ غَنِيٌّ عَنْ عَذَابِهِ، إِنْ كَانَ مُحْسِنًا فَزِدْ فِي حَسَنَاتِهِ، وَإِنْ كَانَ مُسِيئًا فَتَجَاوَزْ عَنْهُ.
O Allah, Your servant, son of Your female slave, is in need of Your mercy. You are not in need of his punishment. If he was good, then increase his good deeds, and if he was bad, then overlook his misdeeds.
Allahumma 'abduka wa-bn 'amati-ka ihtaja ila rahmatik, wa anta ghaniyyun 'an 'adhabi-hi, in kana muhsinan fa-zid fi hasanati-hi, wa in kana musian fa-tajawaz 'an-hu.
When to Read
This dua is profoundly comforting when facing the loss of a beloved mentor, teacher, or elder whose guidance has shaped you. Recite it with a heavy heart, acknowledging your own grief and seeking Allah's mercy for the departed.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a clear intention for the deceased. Focus on the meaning of seeking Allah's mercy for them, acknowledging their dependence on it, and asking for their sins to be forgiven. It can be recited individually or with others who are grieving.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates a beautiful understanding of Allah's boundless mercy and our own human need for it. It's a way to actively supplicate for a loved one, seeking Allah's forgiveness and reward for them, which is one of the most beneficial acts for the deceased. It also reminds us of our shared journey and dependence on Allah, fostering patience and acceptance during times of loss.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from 'Aishah (may Allah be pleased with her) that when the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) prayed over a dead person, he would say: 'Allahumma 'abduka wa-bn 'amati-ka ihtaja ila rahmatik, wa anta ghaniyyun 'an 'adhabi-hi, in kana muhsinan fa-zid fi hasanati-hi, wa in kana musian fa-tajawaz 'an-hu.' (Sahih Muslim 904)