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Ya Muqallibal-qulub dua

Ya Muqallibal-qulub dua: a dua that the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) repeated often, for the heart to remain firm in faith and on the right path.

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Arabic

يَا مُقَلِّبَ الْقُلُوبِ ثَبِّتْ قَلْبِي عَلَىٰ دِينِكَ

Transliteration
Ya Muqallibal-qulub, thabbit qalbi ala dinik.
Meaning
O Turner of hearts, make my heart firm upon Your religion.

When it is recited

It is recited at times of wavering faith, hesitation, and doubt, for the stability of one's faith.

Virtue

The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) would repeat this dua often and would explain that hearts are in Allah's hand.

Sources

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

  • It is reported in Jami at-Tirmidhi as a dua for the stability of the heart (sahih).

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Frequently asked questions

Common questions about this dua.

  • Why is the Ya Muqallibal-qulub dua recited?

    It is recited for the heart to remain firm in faith and on the right path, and to be protected from hesitation and doubt.
  • Ya Muqallibal-qulub dua: what are its Arabic, transliteration, and meaning?

    “Ya Muqallibal-qulub, thabbit qalbi ala dinik” means “O Turner of hearts, make my heart firm upon Your religion”; it is found in Jami at-Tirmidhi.