اللَّهُمَّ يَسِّرْ لِي حَجَّ البَيْتِ وَعُمْرَتَهُ، وَيَسِّرْهُمَا لِي، وَعَافِنِي فِي بَدَنِي، وَيَسِّرْ لِي أَمَرِي كُلَّهُ، وَاكْفِنِي هَمَّ الدُّنْيَا وَالآخِرَةِ، رَبِّ زِدْنِي عِلْمًا.
O Allah, make the Hajj of the House and its Umrah easy for me, and make them both easy for me, and grant me well-being in my body, and make all my affairs easy for me, and suffice me from the worries of this world and the Hereafter. My Lord, increase me in knowledge.
Allahumma yassir li Hajj al-Bayti wa 'umratahu, wa yassirhuma li, wa 'afini fi badani, wa yassir li amri kullihi, wakfini hamma ad-dunya wal-akhirah, Rabbi zidni 'ilman.
When to Read
This dua is beautifully suited for recitation before embarking on the journey of Hajj or Umrah. It can also be recited during the preparation phase, as you make arrangements, pack your bags, or even during the journey itself, especially when facing any initial hurdles or feeling overwhelmed by the enormity of the undertaking. Recite it with sincere intention and a hopeful heart, asking Allah to smooth your path.
How to Read
Recite this dua with clear intention and conviction. Face the Qiblah if possible, raise your hands (as is customary for dua), and call upon Allah with humility and hope. Understand the meaning of each word and ask Allah sincerely to grant you ease in performing Hajj or Umrah, protect your health, simplify your tasks, and relieve you of worldly and hereafter anxieties. The concluding supplication, 'My Lord, increase me in knowledge,' is a general request for beneficial knowledge that can aid you in understanding and performing your rites correctly.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua encompasses multiple beneficial requests. It specifically asks Allah to make the difficult yet rewarding journey of Hajj and Umrah easy, acknowledging that true facilitation comes only from Him. It also seeks physical well-being ('afini fi badani), crucial for enduring the rigours of the pilgrimage. The request to make 'all my affairs easy' is a broad plea for divine assistance in every aspect of the journey, from travel logistics to performing the rituals correctly. Furthermore, it asks for protection from the anxieties of both this life and the next, a profound request for peace of mind. The final part, asking for increased knowledge, highlights the importance of understanding the spiritual and practical dimensions of Hajj and Umrah, enabling a more meaningful experience. The hadith itself is classified as Sahih by scholars like Al-Albani, signifying its authenticity.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abdullah ibn Umar (may Allah be pleased with them both): The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) used to supplicate: 'Allahumma yassir li Hajj al-Bayti wa 'umratahu, wa yassirhuma li, wa 'afini fi badani, wa yassir li amri kullihi, wakfini hamma ad-dunya wal-akhirah, Rabbi zidni 'ilman.' (O Allah, make the Hajj of the House and its Umrah easy for me, and make them both easy for me, and grant me well-being in my body, and make all my affairs easy for me, and suffice me from the worries of this world and the Hereafter. My Lord, increase me in knowledge.)