471. Islamic Dua for Forgiveness
When the sneezer (Yarhamukallah) said, he replied -
Dua for Forgiveness in Arabic
يَهْدِيْكُمُ اللَّهُ وَيُصْلِحُ بَالَكُمْ
Dua for Forgiveness English Transliteration
Yahdeekum-ullaahu wa yuslihu baalakum
Dua for Forgiveness English Translation
May Allah guide you and set your affairs in order.
Special instructions have been given in the hadith to answer the sneeze dua like answering the salutation. These Sunnahs are neglected in our society.
Hadith about the Dua
Arabic Text
حَدَّثَنَا مَحْمُودُ بْنُ غَيْلاَنَ، حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو دَاوُدَ، أَخْبَرَنَا شُعْبَةُ، أَخْبَرَنِي ابْنُ أَبِي لَيْلَى، عَنْ أَخِيهِ، عِيسَى بْنِ عَبْدِ الرَّحْمَنِ عَنْ عَبْدِ الرَّحْمَنِ بْنِ أَبِي لَيْلَى، عَنْ أَبِي أَيُّوبَ، أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ " إِذَا عَطَسَ أَحَدُكُمْ فَلْيَقُلِ الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ عَلَى كُلِّ حَالٍ وَلْيَقُلِ الَّذِي يَرُدُّ عَلَيْهِ يَرْحَمُكَ اللَّهُ وَلْيَقُلْ هُوَ يَهْدِيكُمُ اللَّهُ وَيُصْلِحُ بَالَكُمْ " .
Narrated Abu Ayyub: that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: "When one of you sneezes let him say: 'Al-Hamdulillahi 'Ala Kulli Hal (All praise is due to Allah in every circumstance).' And let the one replying to him say: "Yarhamukallah (May Allah have mercy upon you).' And let him say to him: 'Yahdikumullah Wa Yuslihu Balakum (May Allah guide you and rectify your affairs).'" [Sahih (Albani). Tirmidhi: 2741]
Benefits of Protection Dua from Enemy (Surah As-Saffat)
This surah for protection from jinn and enemy helps Muslims trust Allah’s power, keeping them safe from harm and giving hope for victory when facing any evil or danger in life.
- Surah as saffat gives muslims strong dua for protection from enemy and harm.
- Dua against enemy from surah al saffat helps Allah make enemies weak and low.
- Surah for protection from jinn keeps a muslim safe from evil plans and danger.
- Dua for victory in this surah saffat brings hope and Allah’s help in hard times.
- Using this islamic dua helps muslims ask Allah for protection from harm always.
When to Recite Yahdikumullah
The yahdikumullah dua for forgiveness is a gentle way to ask Allah for hidayah and maghfirat, wishing Barakah and peace for others, and keeping your Amal and Iman clean in daily life.
- After someone replies yarhamukallah to your sneeze, say yahdikumullah as the next reply.
- When you want to ask Allah for forgiveness for others, use yahdikumullah in your dua.
- During family talks, if someone needs guidance, make this dua for forgiveness and hidayah.
- After salah, include yahdikumullah in your zikr allah for maghfirat and Barakah.
- If you see a friend struggling, quietly say this islamic dua for forgiveness for their ease.
How to perform Yahdikumullah Dua
The yahdikumullah dua is a beautiful Islamic dua for forgiveness and guidance, often said after someone sneezes. It brings hidayah and helps keep hearts clean, making every gathering full of Barakah and good Amal.
- After someone replies yarhamukallah to your sneeze, say yahdikumullah wa yuslihu baalakum.
- When you want to ask Allah for forgiveness, use this islamic dua for forgiveness with Iman.
- Teach your family to say yahdikumullah as a dua for guidance and maghfirat ki dua.
- In gatherings, remind others to use this masnoon dua to spread kindness and hidayah.
- Use this muslim prayer daily to keep your heart soft and affairs in order by Allah’s will.
Summary
The yahdikumullah dua is a special Islamic dua for forgiveness and guidance, asking Allah to guide you and fix your matters. This masnoon dua is found in Tirmidhi 2741 and is often said after the reply of alhamdulillah. It brings Barakah and helps keep Iman strong in the heart.
When Muslims say yahdikumullah, they ask Allah for hidayah and maghfirat for others. This simple amal is a way to show care and ask Allah to forgive and help. It is a good habit in daily life and brings reward from Allah for every Muslim.