Why is the dua for forgiveness and firmness recited?

It is recited for the forgiveness of sins, for one's feet (resolve) to remain firm, and for victory in difficulty.

Dua for forgiveness and firmness: what are its Arabic, transliteration, and meaning?

“Rabbanaghfir lana dhunubana...” means “Forgive us our sins, make our feet firm”; it is found in Surah Ali Imran.

Dua for forgiveness and firmness: a dua in the Quran, recited at a time of difficulty, asking for forgiveness, steadfastness, and victory.

Arabic

رَبَّنَا اغْفِرْ لَنَا ذُنُوبَنَا وَإِسْرَافَنَا فِي أَمْرِنَا وَثَبِّتْ أَقْدَامَنَا وَانْصُرْنَا عَلَى الْقَوْمِ الْكَافِرِينَ

Transliteration: Rabbanaghfir lana dhunubana wa israfana fi amrina wa thabbit aqdamana wansurna alal-qawmil-kafirin.
Meaning: Our Lord, forgive us our sins and our excesses in our affairs, make our feet firm, and grant us victory over the disbelieving people.

It is recited when asking for steadfastness at a time of difficulty, testing, and struggle.

This dua is based on the Quran and hadith sources below.

QuranSurah Ali Imran, 147
It appears in the Quran as the dua of steadfast believers.

Common questions about this dua.

Why is the dua for forgiveness and firmness recited?
It is recited for the forgiveness of sins, for one's feet (resolve) to remain firm, and for victory in difficulty.
Dua for forgiveness and firmness: what are its Arabic, transliteration, and meaning?
“Rabbanaghfir lana dhunubana...” means “Forgive us our sins, make our feet firm”; it is found in Surah Ali Imran.