Dua for a Guided Heart
Arabic
رَبَّنَا لَا تُزِغْ قُلُوبَنَا بَعْدَ إِذْ هَدَيْتَنَا وَهَبْ لَنَا مِن لَّدُنكَ رَحْمَةً إِنَّكَ أَنتَ الْوَهَّابُ
Transliteration
Rabbanaa laa tuzigh quloobanaa ba’da idh hadaytanaa wahab lanaa mil ladunka rahmah; innaka antal-wahhaab
Translation
Our Lord, let not our hearts deviate after You have guided us and grant us from Yourself mercy. Indeed, You are the Bestower.
Reference: Quran, Surah Al-Imran, (3:8)
Previous dua
next dua
When Should You Recite “Rabbanaa laa tuzigh quloobanaa Ba’da Idh Hadaytana”?
The powerful dua, “Rabbanaa laa tuzigh quloobanaa Ba’da Idh Hadaytana” (Our Lord, do not let our hearts deviate after You have guided us, and grant us mercy from Yourself. Indeed, You are the Bestower), is a plea for steadfastness in faith and protection from deviation. Here are moments when this dua can be especially meaningful:
After receiving guidance: When you feel that Allah has blessed you with guidance, recite this dua to ask for firmness in your faith and protection from going astray.
During times of spiritual weakness: If you’re struggling with doubts or feeling distant from Allah, this dua helps you ask for the strength to keep your heart aligned with the truth.
For maintaining righteousness: When you’re making efforts to improve yourself, this dua is a powerful request for Allah to keep your heart pure and prevent it from deviating.
When seeking divine mercy: Recite this dua when you feel the need for Allah’s mercy and grace in your life, trusting in His role as the Bestower of mercy.
In moments of temptation: Use this dua as a safeguard against falling into sinful actions and ask Allah to keep your heart steadfast.
For long-term spiritual growth: When you’re aiming for continuous improvement in your connection with Allah, reciting this dua can help you stay focused on the right path.
During trials of faith: In times of hardship or doubt, this dua is a beautiful way to ask Allah for both guidance and mercy, ensuring your heart remains on the straight path.
By incorporating this dua into your daily life, you seek Allah’s protection over your heart, asking Him to keep you firm in faith and grant you His endless mercy.
a brief overview about Rabbanaa laa tuzigh quloobanaa....
The supplication “رَبَّنَا لَا تُزِغْ قُلُوبَنَا بَعْدَ إِذْ هَدَيْتَنَا وَهَبْ لَنَا مِن لَّدُنكَ رَحْمَةً إِنَّكَ أَنتَ الْوَهَّابُ,” or “Rabbanaa laa tuzigh quloobanaa,” is a heartfelt dua asking Allah to keep our hearts steadfast after being guided and to grant us mercy from Him, the Bestower. The translation is, “Our Lord, let not our hearts deviate after You have guided us and grant us mercy from Yourself. Indeed, You are the Bestower.”
For me, this dua has always been a profound reminder of the fragility of human faith. No matter how much guidance we receive, the heart can easily be swayed, and that’s why this supplication is so vital. When reciting this dua, we are essentially pleading with Allah to protect our hearts from deviation and to shower us with His mercy to remain on the right path.
In today’s world, where distractions are abundant and faith can sometimes waver, this dua offers a sense of spiritual security. It serves as a plea to keep us grounded in our faith, no matter the challenges we face. “Rabbanaa laa tuzigh quloobanaa” is not just a request for protection but also an acknowledgment that without Allah’s mercy, staying guided can be difficult. It’s a deeply personal reminder of our dependency on Allah’s constant guidance.
Benefits of the Dua “Rabbanaa laa tuzigh quloobanaa”
Protection from Misguidance: This dua is a plea to Allah to keep our hearts firm on the path of faith, shielding us from straying.
Steadfastness in Faith: It seeks Allah’s help in maintaining our faith, especially after being guided, reminding us of the importance of consistency.
Mercy from Allah: By asking for mercy, the dua invites Allah’s compassion and grace, which helps us remain strong in times of trials.
Humility and Reliance on Allah: Reciting this dua fosters humility by reminding us of our reliance on Allah’s guidance and mercy.
Spiritual Protection: This dua acts as a safeguard against spiritual instability, ensuring our hearts remain focused on righteousness.
Acknowledgement of Allah as The Bestower: It recognizes Allah as Al-Wahhab (The Bestower), emphasizing that all mercy and guidance come from Him alone.
Encourages Reflection and Self-Accountability: Regularly reciting this dua encourages introspection and accountability in maintaining a pure and steadfast heart.
May Allah guide all of our hearts into right path, with this dua I’m concluding this post here. As always I seek refuge in Allah Almighty from all kinds of harm and pray that He makes my work easy. I also pray that He considers this effort a means of salvation for us in this world and the hereafter. Whatever is good in my writing is entirely a blessing from Allah Almighty, and any faults are due to Satan (Devil) and my own lack of knowledge. JazakAllah. (Thank you).
For more dua like this visit this page, Dua and Dhikr.
Important note
In Islam, a single dua often holds deep, multi-faceted meanings and can address various aspects of life. That’s why you might notice some repetition in my writing—it’s because many duas overlap in the guidance and mercy they bring into our lives. I believe in reinforcing these beautiful lessons as much as possible because their impact is truly profound. So, if it feels like I’m repeating myself, know that it’s with the intention of sharing these precious reminders in every way I can. Thank you for understanding and being part of this journey with me!
Fore more dua like this, you can read this post.
