اللَّهُمَّ اهْدِنِي لِأَحْسَنِ الْأَخْلَاقِ لَا يَهْدِي لِأَحْسَنِهَا إِلَّا أَنْتَ، وَاصْرِفْ عَنِّي سَيِّئَهَا لَا يَصْرِفُ عَنِّي سَيِّئَهَا إِلَّا أَنْتَ
O Allah, guide me to the best of manners, for none guides to the best of them but You. And turn me away from evil conduct, for none turns away from evil conduct but You.
Allahumma ihdini li-ahsani al-akhlaqi la yahdi li-ahsaniha illa anta, wasrif 'anni sayyi'aha la yasrifu 'anni sayyi'aha illa anta
When to Read
This powerful supplication is particularly relevant when facing disagreements, disputes, or when seeking to foster harmony within the Muslim community. Recite it before engaging in difficult conversations, when trying to mediate between individuals, or when praying for unity and understanding among brothers and sisters in faith.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a heartfelt desire for positive outcomes. Focus on the meaning of the words, asking Allah (SWT) to grant you the best of character and to shield you from negative traits that can lead to conflict. Picture the ideal of brotherhood and sisterhood in Islam and ask Allah to help you embody it.
Virtues & Benefits
Seeking Allah's guidance to the best of manners (akhlaq) is fundamental to resolving disputes. Good character, such as patience, kindness, forgiveness, and humility, naturally diffuses tension and opens pathways to reconciliation. This dua directly asks for Allah's intervention in shaping our character, acknowledging that true change comes from Him alone. By praying for this, we align ourselves with the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, who was sent as a mercy and an example of excellent conduct. Such supplication can lead to peaceful resolutions, strengthen bonds within the Ummah, and earn Allah's pleasure.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah ﷺ used to say: 'Allahumma ihdini li-ahsani al-akhlaqi la yahdi li-ahsaniha illa anta, wa-srif 'anni sayyi'aha la yasrifu 'anni sayyi'aha illa anta.' (Sahih Muslim 771)