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Tuesday - 20 October, 2026 7-Jumada Al Awwal-1448
Duas for Character and Morals

Dua for Generosity and Open-Handedness

A Quranic prayer asking Allah to grant the ability to be truly grateful for His favors, fostering a openhearted and generous spirit.

Generosity (Karam) is a noble virtue deeply rooted in Islamic character, while miserliness and stinginess (Bukhl) are spiritually destructive. True generosity extends beyond wealth to sharing time, knowledge, and compassion. By turning to Allah in supplication and seeking protection from greed, believers cultivate an open heart that delights in giving for the sake of Allah.

Meaning and Explanation

This Quranic prayer from Surah An-Naml asks Allah for the inner inspiration and capability to express genuine gratitude. Realizing that all blessings come from Allah inspires a person to share those blessings generously through charity, kindness, and service to others.

When to Recite

Recite during daily prayers, when receiving blessings or success, before giving Sadaqah, or during morning and evening supplications.

How to Recite

Recite with a humble heart, reflecting on Allah's endless gifts upon you, and accompany your prayer with practical acts of giving to those in need.

Important Notes

This supplication is from Quran 27:19. While there is no single dua explicitly named 'The Generosity Dua', the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ frequently sought refuge in Allah from stinginess and greed.

Benefits

Protects the heart from greed and stinginess, increases barakah (blessings) in wealth and time, fosters deep gratitude, and draws the believer closer to Allah through acts of charity.

Additional Duas

اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْبُخْلِ وَالْجُبْنِ

Allahumma innī a'ūdhu bika min al-bukhli wal-jubn.

O Allah, I seek refuge in You from stinginess and cowardice.

Source

Quran — The Holy Quran — Surah An-Naml 27:19

Authenticity: Authentic — Quranic verse

Quranic prayer asking Allah to enable the believer to be grateful and perform righteous deeds.

Hadith — Sahih al-Bukhari — Sahih al-Bukhari 2822

Authenticity: Sahih (Authentic)

Prophetic supplication seeking refuge in Allah from stinginess and cowardice.

Content type: Hadith
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

A great Quranic dua for gratitude and righteous action is Surah An-Naml (27:19): 'Rabbi awzi'ni an ashkura ni'matakal-lati an'amta 'alayya...'. Additionally, you can recite the Prophetic supplication seeking refuge from stinginess: 'Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min al-bukhli wal-jubn' (Sahih al-Bukhari).

Gratitude (Shukr) helps a believer realize that all wealth and blessings come from Allah. Understanding that we are trustees of Allah's gifts makes it easier to share wealth, time, and assistance with others generously.