Life Decisions Dua #24

Dua for Guidance (Salatul Istikhara)

When making an important decision — marriage, job, moving, studying, business

اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْتَخِيرُكَ بِعِلْمِكَ وَأَسْتَقْدِرُكَ بِقُدْرَتِكَ وَأَسْأَلُكَ مِنْ فَضْلِكَ الْعَظِيمِ

— Allahumma inni astakheeruka bi'ilmika wa astaqdiruka bi-qudratika wa as'aluka min fadhlikal 'adheem

"O Allah, I seek Your guidance through Your knowledge and I seek Your power through Your ability, and I ask You from Your great bounty."

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Reference

Sahih al-Bukhari 6382

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Occasion

When making an important decision — marriage, job, moving, studying, business

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Benefit & Virtue

Allah guides you to the best outcome. The Prophet said: "None who seeks guidance from their Creator and consults the believers will regret." You will feel peace about your decision.

How to Practice This Dua

Istikhara means seeking the best from Allah. Pray 2 rakats of voluntary prayer and then recite this dua. Trust Allah's choice for you — if the matter becomes easy, it is good for you. If it becomes difficult, Allah has protected you from harm.

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