اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ الْعَفْوَ وَالْعَافِيَةَ فِي الدُّنْيَا وَالآخِرَةِ
O Allah, I ask You for forgiveness and well-being in this world and the Hereafter.
Allahumma inni as'alukal-'afwa wal-'afiyah fid-dunya wal-akhirah.
When to Read
This comprehensive dua is a daily supplication taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to be recited every morning and evening. While it is a general plea for well-being, it is particularly fitting to recite when experiencing harsh weather conditions like extreme cold, seeking Allah's protection from its harms and His encompassing 'afiyah (well-being) which includes physical comfort and warmth.
How to Read
Recite with sincerity and full conviction in Allah's power to grant protection and comfort. Understand the profound and expansive meaning of **al-'afiyah** as comprehensive well-being, encompassing physical, mental, and spiritual health, and protection from all hardships. By internalizing its meaning, you affirm your trust in Allah's ability to provide comfort and safety against any adversity, including the elements.
Virtues & Benefits
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ consistently recited this profound dua, underscoring the immense value of **al-'afiyah** – a comprehensive state of well-being that encompasses physical health, peace of mind, and protection from all forms of hardship and adversity. By asking Allah for 'afiyah, we are asking Him to shield us from illness, poverty, fear, and discomfort, including the severe challenges posed by extreme cold. It is a plea for Allah's mercy to grant us comfort, warmth, and ease in all aspects of our lives, both in this world and the Hereafter, symbolizing a profound trust in His protection and provision.
Source & Authentication
Abdullah bin 'Umar (may Allah be pleased with him) said: 'The Messenger of Allah ﷺ never abandoned these words when he supplicated in the morning and in the evening: > **Arabic:** اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ الْعَفْوَ وَالْعَافِيَةَ فِي الدُّنْيَا وَالآخِرَةِ اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ الْعَفْوَ وَالْعَافِيَةَ فِي دِينِي وَدُنْيَاىَ وَأَهْلِي وَمَالِي اللَّهُمَّ اسْتُرْ عَوْرَاتِي وَآمِنْ رَوْعَاتِي اللَّهُمَّ احْفَظْنِي مِنْ بَيْنِ يَدَىَّ وَمِنْ خَلْفِي وَعَنْ يَمِينِي وَعَنْ شِمَالِي وَمِنْ فَوْقِي وَأَعُوذُ بِعَظَمَتِكَ أَنْ أُغْتَالَ مِنْ تَحْتِي > > **Translation:** "O Allah, I ask You for forgiveness and well-being in this world and the Hereafter. O Allah, I ask You for forgiveness and well-being in my religious commitment and my worldly affairs, and my family and my wealth. O Allah, conceal my flaws and calm my fears. O Allah, protect me from before me and from behind me, from my right and from my left, and from above me, and I seek refuge in Your greatness from being unexpectedly assaulted from below." > > **Transliteration:** *Allahumma inni as'alukal-'afwa wal-'afiyah fid-dunya wal-akhirah. Allahumma inni as'alukal-'afwa wal-'afiyah fi dini wa dunyaya wa ahli wa mali. Allahummastur 'awrati wa amin raw'ati. Allahummahfazni min baini yadayya wa min khalfi wa 'an yamini wa 'an shimali wa min fauqi, wa a'udhu bi'azamatika an ughtala min tahti.* — Sunan Ibn Majah 3849