اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ الثَّبَاتَ فِي الأَمْرِ، وَالعَزِيمَةَ 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 الغُيُوبِ
O Allah, I ask You for steadfastness in all matters, and determination in pursuing guidance. I ask You to enable me to be grateful for Your blessings and to worship You in the best way. I ask You for a sound heart and a truthful tongue. I seek refuge in You from the evil of whatever You know. And I ask You for the good of whatever You know, and I seek Your forgiveness for what You know. Indeed, You are the Knower of all unseen matters.
Allahumma inni as'alukal-thabat fil-amr, wal-'azeemata 'alar-rushd, wa as'aluka shukra ni'matika, wa husna 'ibadatika, 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 dua is profoundly relevant in times of confusion, when faced with differing opinions, or when the lines between right and wrong seem blurred. It's a prayer for clarity and strength of conviction, essential for navigating personal choices and contributing to the ummah's uprightness. Recite it especially when seeking guidance on important decisions, before engaging in discussions where truth might be challenged, or as a regular practice to fortify your faith.
How to Read
Make this supplication with sincerity and a sincere intention. Raise your hands in supplication as the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us for many duas. Face the Qiblah if possible, and begin with praising Allah and sending salutations upon the Prophet ﷺ. Utter the words with a thoughtful heart, reflecting on each phrase and its meaning, and believe in Allah's ability to grant your request.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua encapsulates a believer's plea for spiritual resilience. Asking for 'steadfastness in all matters' and 'determination in pursuing guidance' is a direct request for the strength to stay on the Sirat al-Mustaqim (the Straight Path), even when faced with temptations or difficulties. The request for 'gratitude for Your blessings' and 'to worship You in the best way' ensures that our actions are aligned with divine pleasure. A 'sound heart' and 'truthful tongue' are cornerstones of Islamic character, protecting us from hypocrisy and deceit. Seeking refuge from evil and asking for good, coupled with seeking forgiveness, covers all aspects of seeking Allah's protection and mercy. It is a prayer that equips one to stand firm against falsehood and advocate for truth, benefiting both oneself and the wider community.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abdullah ibn Mas'ud (may Allah be pleased with him): The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) used to supplicate: 'Allahumma inni as'alukal-thabat fil-amr, wal-'azeemata 'alar-rushd, wa as'aluka shukra ni'matika, wa husna 'ibadatika, 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.' (O Allah, I ask You for steadfastness in all matters, and determination in pursuing guidance. I ask You to enable me to be grateful for Your blessings and to worship You in the best way. I ask You for a sound heart and a truthful tongue. I seek refuge in You from the evil of whatever You know. And I ask You for the good of whatever You know, and I seek Your forgiveness for what You know. Indeed, You are the Knower of all unseen matters.)