اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ خَيْرَهَا وَخَيْرَ أَهْلِهَا وَخَيْرَ مَا جَبَلْتَ عَلَيْهِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّهَا وَشَرِّ أَهْلِهَا وَشَرِّ مَا جَبَلْتَ عَلَيْهِ
O Allah, I ask You for its good, and the good of what it contains, and the good of what You have predisposed it to. And I seek refuge in You from its evil, and the evil of what it contains, and the evil of what You have predisposed it to.
Allahumma inni as'aluka khayraha wa khayra ahliha wa khayra ma jabalta 'alayhi, wa a'udhu bika min sharriha wa sharri ahliha wa sharri ma jabalta 'alayhi.
When to Read
This dua is excellent to recite when embarking on any new venture that involves acquiring something new, whether it's a house, a car, or in this case, starting a new business. Recite it before you officially launch, sign major contracts, or begin operations. It's about seeking Allah's blessings and protection from the outset.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction. Picture the new business venture in your mind as you ask Allah for its goodness and protection from its potential harms. Make it a habit to seek Allah's guidance and support in all your endeavors, big or small.
Virtues & Benefits
Seeking Allah's 'khayr' (good) and refuge from 'sharr' (evil) is a fundamental principle in Islam. When starting a business, this means asking Allah to bless the enterprise, grant success, ensure fair dealings, and protect you from financial loss, disputes, dishonest partners, and anything that could lead to sin. It’s acknowledging that true success and protection come only from Him, fostering reliance and trust (tawakkul).
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: When any of you goes to an animal which he has ridden, or a house which he has taken, may he say: (Allahumma inni as'aluka khayraha wa khayra ahliha wa khayra ma jabalta 'alayhi, wa a'udhu bika min sharriha wa sharri ahliha wa sharri ma jabalta 'alayhi). And when he enters a house, may he say: (Allahumma inni as'aluka khayra al-mawliji wa khayra al-makhraji, warahmatullahi wa barakatihi, Allahumma inni as'aluka rizqan tayyiban, wa 'amalan mutaqabbalan). And when he goes to sleep, may he say: (Allahumma inni as'aluka al-wa'y wa al-mubashshirat min Rabbika, wa a'udhu bika min sharri ma fi al-layli wa ma ba'dahu, wa a'udhu bika min an-nar wa an-nar, wa an-nar). Sahih Muslim 2089.