اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ خَيْرَهَا وَخَيْرَ أَهْلِهَا وَخَيْرَ مَا فِيهَا، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّهَا وَشَرِّ أَهْلِهَا وَشَرِّ مَا فِيهَا
O Allah, I ask You for its (the place) goodness, the goodness of its people, and the goodness of whatever is in it. And I seek refuge in You from its evil, the evil of its people, and the evil of whatever is in it.
Allahumma inni as'aluka khayraha wa khayra ahliha wa khayra ma fiha, wa a'udhu bika min sharriha wa sharri ahliha wa sharri ma fiha.
When to Read
This dua is perfect for when you arrive in a new city or country, especially if you're feeling a sense of unease or disorientation due to unfamiliar customs, language, or social norms. It's a prayer to ask Allah for protection and for the good aspects of the new environment, while seeking refuge from its potential difficulties.
How to Read
Recite this dua upon entering a new town or settling into a new place. It's best to say it with sincerity, focusing on the meaning of the words. You can say it once as you arrive or even daily for the first few days as you adjust. Raising your hands slightly while making dua is a recommended practice when asking Allah for something.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is comprehensive, asking Allah for protection from the negative and for blessings from the positive aspects of a new place and its people. It acknowledges that every place has its challenges and good points. By reciting this, you are entrusting your well-being and your experience to Allah, seeking His guidance to navigate the unfamiliar terrain smoothly and to benefit from the good it offers.
Source & Authentication
Narrated 'Abdullah bin 'Amr (may Allah be pleased with them both): The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: 'When any one of you travels and stays in a place, he should say: Allahumma inni as'aluka khayraha wa khayra ahliha wa khayra ma fiha, wa a'udhu bika min sharriha wa sharri ahliha wa sharri ma fiha.' (O Allah, I ask You for its goodness, the goodness of its people, and the goodness of whatever is in it. And I seek refuge in You from its evil, the evil of its people, and the evil of whatever is in it.)