Seeking the right path is one of the most important needs of a believer. Muslims ask Allah for guidance repeatedly in every prayer.
اهْدِنَا الصِّرَاطَ الْمُسْتَقِيمَ
Ihdinas-siratal-mustaqim.
Guide us to the Straight Path.
Quran — Quran — Surah Al-Baqarah 2:201
Authenticity: Quran
Meaning and Explanation
The supplication asks Allah for guidance toward the path of truth and righteousness.
When to Recite
Recite it in salah and whenever asking Allah to keep you upon the right path.
How to Recite
Recite it sincerely while reflecting on the meaning of guidance.
Important Notes
This is Quran 1:6 and is part of Surah Al-Fatihah.
Benefits
It reinforces the believer's dependence on Allah for spiritual direction.
Additional Duas
رَبَّنَا لَا تُزِغْ قُلُوبَنَا بَعْدَ إِذْ هَدَيْتَنَا
Rabbana la tuzigh qulubana ba'da idh hadaytana
Our Lord, let not our hearts swerve after You have guided us.
اللَّهُمَّ اهْدِنِي وَسَدِّدْنِي
Allahumma-hdini wa saddidni
O Allah, guide me and direct me to the right path.
Content type: Quran
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right path dua
sirat al mustaqim
guidance dua
hidayah
Quran 1:6