Dua for Seeking Refuge in Allah's Pleasure and Pardon
Source: Sahih Muslim 486
((اللَّهُمَّإِنِّيأَعُوذُبِرِضَاكَمِنْسَخَطِكَ،وَبِمُعَافَاتِكَمِنْعُقوبَتِكَ،وَأَعُوذُبِكَمِنْكَ،لاَأُحْصِيثَنَاءًعَلَيْكَ،أَنْتَكَمَاأَثْنَيْتَعَلَىنَفْسِكَ)).
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Transliteration
Allahumma innee a'udhu biridaka min sakhatika, wa bimu'afatikka min 'uqubatika, wa a'udhu bikka minka, la uhsi thana'an 'alayka, anta kama athnayta 'ala nafsik.
Translation
O Allah, I seek refuge in Your pleasure from Your displeasure, and in Your forgiveness from Your punishment. I seek refuge in You from You. I cannot count Your praises; You are as You have praised Yourself.
Context
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this profound supplication to his companions, encouraging its recitation during prostration (sujood) in prayer. It's a way to humble oneself before Allah, acknowledging His supreme power and mercy.
Benefit
This dua helps a believer acknowledge Allah's absolute sovereignty and seek protection through His attributes of pleasure, forgiveness, and mercy, fostering a deeper sense of reliance and awe.
When to Recite
During prostration (sujood) in voluntary or obligatory prayers.