رَبِّ اغْفِرْ لِي وَهَبْ لِي مُلْكًا لَّا يَنبَغِي لِأَحَدٍ مِّن بَعْدِي ۖ إِنَّكَ أَنتَ الْوَهَّابُ
My Lord, forgive me and grant me a kingdom such as will not suit anyone after me. Indeed, You, only You, are the Bestower.
Rabbi ighfir li wa hab li mulkan la yanbaghi li ahadin min ba'di, innaka antal-Wahhab.
When to Read
This dua is particularly relevant when facing the responsibility of leadership, judgment, or any situation where establishing justice and fairness is paramount. It's a humble supplication to Allah for the ability to govern justly and to be granted the right means to do so, acknowledging that ultimate authority and bestowal come from Him alone. Recite it before undertaking any significant task involving decision-making that affects others, or during times when you feel the weight of responsibility for upholding truth and equity.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and deep reflection on the meaning. Begin with Istighfar (seeking forgiveness) as exemplified by the first part of the verse. Recognize that true authority and the ability to establish justice are gifts from Allah. Raise your hands in supplication, facing the Qiblah if possible, and implore Allah with humility and certainty in His response. Understand that 'kingdom' here refers not just to worldly power, but to the ability to implement righteous principles and bring about positive change according to Allah's will.
Virtues & Benefits
This verse, recited by Prophet Sulayman (peace be upon him) after being tested, encapsulates a profound plea for forgiveness and the divine enablement to rule justly. By asking for a 'kingdom' that 'will not suit anyone after me,' he was not seeking personal glory, but a unique ability to implement divine law and justice in a way that would serve as a lasting example. Reciting this dua helps in seeking Allah's guidance for leadership, sound judgment, and the capacity to enact fairness, acknowledging that all power and success are from Him.