اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ مِنْ خَيْرِهَا وَخَيْرِ مَا جُبِلَتْ عَلَيْهِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّهَا وَشَرِّ مَا جُبِلَتْ عَلَيْهِ
O Allah, I ask You for its (the garment's) goodness and the goodness of what it was made for, and I seek refuge in You from its evil and the evil of what it was made for.
Allahumma inni as'aluka min khayriha wa khayri ma jubilat 'alayhi, wa a'udhu bika min sharriha wa sharri ma jubilat 'alayhi
When to Read
This dua is recited when wearing a new garment. The cold weather context arises because the Prophet ﷺ taught this dua upon wearing any new clothing, and new clothes often provide a sense of warmth and comfort, especially in cooler seasons. It's a way of seeking the good that comes with the garment and protecting ourselves from any potential harm or ill-intent associated with it, including the physical comfort it provides against the elements.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely with the intention of seeking Allah's protection and blessings. It is recommended to recite it as you put on the new garment, internalizing the meaning of seeking the good and taking refuge from the evil. While not strictly required, raising your hands slightly and turning your right side towards the garment can be done as a gesture of respect, similar to how the Prophet ﷺ would address new garments.
Virtues & Benefits
Wearing a new garment is a blessing from Allah. By reciting this dua, you acknowledge this blessing and seek Allah's assistance to gain its benefits while warding off any potential harm. This practice cultivates gratitude and reliance on Allah for even the seemingly simple things in life, like comfortable clothing against the cold. It reminds us that everything, even the fabric we wear, comes from Allah and is subject to His will. This dua is part of a larger Sunnah of seeking good and protection in all aspects of life.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Sa'id Al-Khudri: When the Prophet ﷺ wore a new garment, he would mention its name, be it a shirt or a turban, and then say: 'Allahumma inni as'aluka min khayrihi wa khayri ma jumi'a lahu, wa a'udhu bika min sharrihi wa sharri ma jumi'a lahu' (O Allah, I ask You for its goodness and the goodness of what it was made for, and I seek refuge in You from its evil and the evil of what it was made for).