You are our Protector, so Forgive us and have Mercy on us; You are the Best of Forgivers.

A heartfelt supplication from Sūrah al-Aʿrāf where believers acknowledge Allah as their protector and seek His forgiveness and mercy.

أَنْتَ وَلِيُّنَا فَاغْفِرْ لَنَا وَارْحَمْنَا وَأَنْتَ خَيْرُ الْغَافِرِينَ

You are our protector, so forgive us and have mercy on us; You are the best of forgivers.

Anta walīyunā faghfir lanā warḥamnā wa anta khayrul-ghāfirīn.

Context

This Duʿā can be recited when seeking Allah's protection, forgiveness, and mercy, especially during moments of reflection on one's deeds. To acknowledge Allah as the ultimate protector and to seek His forgiveness and mercy, recognizing His attribute as the best of forgivers.

Benefits

This duʿā emphasizes the believer's trust in Allah as their protector and their plea for His forgiveness and mercy. It acknowledges Allah's supreme attribute as the best of forgivers.

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