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، وَجِلَاءَ حُزْنِي، وَذَهَابَ هَمِّي.
O Allah, indeed I am Your servant, son of Your servant, son of Your maidservant. My forelock is in Your hand. Your judgment upon me is enacted. Your decision concerning me is just. I ask You by every name belonging to You, which You have bestowed upon Yourself, or revealed in Your Book, or taught to any of Your creation, or kept secret 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, and a remover of my sadness, and a banisher of my worries.
Allahumma inni 'abdika, ibnu 'abdika, ibnu amatik, nasiyati biyadika, madin fiyya h--ukmuka, 'adlun fiyya qada'uka, as'aluka bikulli ismin huwa laka, sammayta bihi nafsaka, aw anzaltahu fi kitabika, aw 'allamtahu ahadan min khalqika, aw ista'tharta bihi fi 'ilm-il-ghaybi 'indaka, an taj'ala al-Qur'ana rabi'a qalbi, wa nura sadri, wa jila'a huzni, wa dhahaba hammi.
When to Read
This dua is profoundly suited for moments when you feel overwhelmed by sadness, particularly when your prayers seem to linger unanswered. Recite it when you're grappling with disappointment, feeling the weight of unanswered supplications, or when a general sense of sorrow descends upon your heart. It's a comprehensive plea for solace, turning to Allah's names and the Divine Word for relief.
How to Read
Begin with sincere reflection on your state and your absolute reliance on Allah. Utter the dua with a humble heart, acknowledging Allah's sovereignty and His perfect knowledge. It's recommended to raise your hands slightly while making this dua. Focus on the meaning of each phrase, allowing the words to connect with your feelings of sadness and your hope for Allah's response. You can say it privately, or even in a gathering of those who understand your plight.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful dua directly addresses the root of sadness and worry by seeking refuge in Allah's names and the Qur'an. By asking Allah to make the Qur'an the 'springtime of the heart,' it signifies bringing life, growth, and renewal to a heart that feels barren or dry from disappointment. As the 'light of the chest,' it dispels the darkness of sorrow and confusion. It's a direct request for the removal of grief and anxieties, offering a spiritual antidote to the pain of unanswered prayers. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ himself used to recite this dua when he was distressed, as recorded in Sahih Muslim 2706, showing its efficacy during difficult times.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to seek refuge with these words when he felt distressed: (Arabic text, transliteration, and translation as above). This narration highlights that the Prophet ﷺ himself turned to this specific supplication when facing hardship, which is a testament to its power and comprehensiveness in seeking relief from distress and worry.