اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ الثَّبَاتَ فِي الأَمْرِ، وَالْعَزِيمَةَ عَلَى الرُّشْدِ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ شُكْرَ نِعْمَتِكَ، وَحُسْنَ عِبَادَتِكَ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ قَلْبًا سَلِيمًا، وَلِسَانًا صَادِقًا، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا تَعْلَمُ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ مِنْ خَيْرِ مَا تَعْلَمُ، وَأَسْتَغْفِرُكَ مِمَّا تَعْلَمُ، إِنَّكَ أَنْتَ عَلَّامُ الْغُيُوبِ.
O Allah, I ask You for steadfastness in all affairs, and determination in righteousness. I ask You to enable me to be grateful for Your favors and to worship You well. I ask You for a sound heart and a truthful tongue. I seek refuge in You from the evil of what You know, and I ask You for the good of what You know. I seek Your forgiveness for what You know. Indeed, You are the Knower of the unseen.
Allahumma inni as'aluka ath-thabat fil-amr, wal-'azeemata 'ala ar-rushd, wa as'aluka shukra ni'matik, wa husna 'ibadatik, wa as'aluka qalban saleeman, wa lisaanan saadiqan, wa a'udhu bika min sharri ma ta'lam, wa as'aluka min khairi ma ta'lam, wa astaghfiruka mimma ta'lam, innaka anta 'allamul-ghuyoob.
When to Read
This powerful dua is comprehensive and can be recited at any time, especially during moments of reflection or after obligatory prayers. It is particularly relevant when you think about the vulnerable members of our community – orphans and widows. Making this dua a habit helps foster a heart that is conscious of Allah's blessings and seeks His protection for all, including those who need it most. Consider reciting it during the latter part of the night, or after Fajr or Asr prayers, times when supplications are often accepted.
How to Read
Begin with Bismillah. Raise your hands to your chest, palms facing up, and maintain a humble demeanor. Utter the Arabic words with sincerity and understanding of their meaning. Focus on the request for guidance, gratitude, and protection. Reflect on the plea for a sound heart and truthful tongue, recognizing these as pillars of a strong faith. Conclude by seeking Allah's forgiveness and acknowledging His absolute knowledge. You can repeat this dua three times for added emphasis.
Virtues & Benefits
While this specific dua doesn't directly mention orphans and widows, its comprehensive nature encompasses seeking Allah's guidance and protection for oneself and the entire Ummah. By asking for steadfastness and determination in righteousness, we are better equipped to uphold the rights of the vulnerable. Seeking gratitude for blessings helps us remember the responsibilities Allah has placed upon us, including caring for orphans and widows as emphasized throughout the Quran and Sunnah. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ stated: 'The one who looks after and spends for the widow and the needy is like the one who fights in the way of Allah or like the one who spends his days fasting and his nights praying.' (Sahih al-Bukhari 5304). This hadith highlights the immense reward for caring for these groups, making this dua a means to strengthen our commitment to them.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abdullah ibn Abi Awfa: The Prophet (ﷺ) said: 'Whoever has a need from Allah or from any of His creation, let him perform ablution well and pray two Rak'ahs, then praise Allah and send blessings upon the Prophet (ﷺ), and then say: 'La ilaha illa Allah al-Halim al-Karim, Subhan Allah Rabb al-'Arsh al-'Azim, Al-Hamdu lillahi Rabb al-'Alamin, As'aluka mujibat rahmátika, wa 'azá'ima maghfiratika, wal-ghanimata min kulli birr, was-salámata min kulli ithm. La tada' li dhanban illa ghafartahu, wa la hamman illa farrajtahu, wa la hájatan hiya laka ridan illa qadaytaha ya arhamar-rahimin.' (He said: 'Or he said: 'As'aluka bi qadri dhalika.' – meaning: 'I ask You by the measure of that')'. \[Sunan At-Tirmidhi 479]. Imam Tirmidhi then mentioned another dua which is the one provided above: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka ath-thabat fil-amr, wal-'azeemata 'ala ar-rushd...' which he graded as Hasan Gharib. This dua is attributed to the Prophet (ﷺ) asking Allah for steadfastness and a sound heart.