اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ خَيْرَهَا وَخَيْرَ مَا جُبِلَتْ عَلَيْهِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّهَا وَشَرِّ مَا جُبِلَتْ عَلَيْهِ.
O Allah, I ask You for its [this judgment/situation's] good and the good of what it was created for, and I seek refuge in You from its evil and the evil of what it was created for.
Allahumma inni as'aluka khayraha wa khayra ma jubilat 'alayhi, wa a'udhu bika min sharriha wa sharri ma jubilat 'alayhi.
When to Read
This supplication is recommended to be recited when facing a situation that requires a judgment or decision to be made, especially when you are hoping for a fair and just outcome. This could be a legal case, a dispute, an important decision in your personal or professional life, or any matter where impartiality and righteousness are crucial.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a sincere heart. It is important to be in a state of purity if possible, facing the Qiblah, and to have conviction that Allah (SWT) is the ultimate disposer of all affairs. Reflect on the meaning of the words as you recite them, understanding that you are seeking Allah's help to guide the situation towards what is best and most righteous.
Virtues & Benefits
By reciting this dua, you are actively seeking Allah's assistance in ensuring that the judgment or decision reached is one that is good, just, and beneficial. It acknowledges that ultimate justice and wisdom reside with Allah (SWT) alone. This supplication helps to alleviate anxiety by entrusting the matter to the Almighty, fostering a sense of peace and reliance on Him, and seeking protection from any potential injustice or negative consequences.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) taught this dua to be recited when seeking guidance or making an important decision. While the specific context in Sahih Muslim 110 is related to seeking a good outcome from a divinely ordained decree or situation, its applicability extends to any circumstance where a just judgment is sought. The broader principle is asking Allah for the good of a situation and seeking refuge from its evil, recognizing His complete knowledge and power.