The Prophet (ﷺ) said to him: “Should I not direct you to the chief of supplications for forgiveness? ‘O Allah, You are my Lord, there is none worthy of worship except You, You created me and I am Your slave. I am adhering to Your covenant and Your promise as much as I am able to, I seek refuge in You from the evil of what I have done. I admit to You your blessings upon me, and I admit to my sins. So forgive me, for there is none who can forgive sins except You (Allāhumma anta rabbī lā ilāha illā anta, khalaqtanī wa ana `abduka, wa ana `alā `ahdika wa wa`dika ma-staṭa`tu. A`ūdhu bika min sharri ma ṣana`tu, wa abū'u ilayka bini`matika `alayya wa a`tarifu bidhunūbī faghfirlī dhunūbī innahu lā yaghfirudh-dhunūba illā ant).’ None of you says it when he reaches the evening, and a decree comes upon him before he reaches morning, except that Paradise becomes obligatory upon him. And none says it when he reaches the morning, and a decree comes upon him before he reaches evening, except that Paradise becomes obligatory for him.”
Narrated by Shaddad bin Aws narrated that:
Context
In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) teaches Shaddad bin Aws about the best supplication for seeking forgiveness. He emphasizes the importance of acknowledging Allah's greatness, one's servitude, and the need for repentance. The hadith highlights that reciting this supplication at specific times can lead to the promise of Paradise, illustrating the significance of sincere repentance and reliance on Allah's mercy.
Modern Application
In today's fast-paced world, making time for sincere supplication can be a powerful way to seek forgiveness and reflect on one's actions. By incorporating this practice into our daily lives, especially during the evening or morning, we can cultivate a deeper connection with Allah and find peace in our hearts.
Topics
This hadith is tagged with Supplication and Forgiveness because it emphasizes the importance of seeking forgiveness through a specific supplication and acknowledges Allah's exclusive ability to forgive sins.
So be patient, [O Muhammad]. Indeed, the promise of Allah is truth. And ask forgiveness for your sin and exalt [Allah] with praise of your Lord in the evening and the morning.
This hadith is #3477 from Jami` at-Tirmidhi, in the Book of Chapters on Supplication. It is graded Da'if and narrated by Shaddad bin Aws narrated that:.
