Allahumma Ati Nafsi Taqwaha

Meaning

O Allah, grant my soul its piety, and purify it, You are the best to purify it; You are its Guardian and Protector. This dua asks Allah to instill mindfulness of Him in the heart and to purify the soul from sin and heedlessness, acknowledging that only Allah truly purifies a soul.

When to recite

It may be recited at any time to ask for purification and piety of the soul, and is best said regularly, given its acknowledgment of Allah's sole authority in purifying and guarding the soul.

About this dhikr

This dhikr is part of General Duas as documented in Hisnul Muslim (Fortress of the Muslim), and is recited 1 time.

How many times should this dhikr be recited?

This dhikr is recited 1 time, as narrated in Hisnul Muslim. Use the smart counter on this page to track your repetitions.

What does 'O Allah, grant my soul its piety and purify it' mean?

It means asking Allah to grant a Muslim's soul piety and to cleanse it of sin and flaws, while acknowledging that Allah alone is the best purifier of souls.

Who narrated this dua from the Prophet ﷺ?

It was narrated by Imam Muslim in his Sahih from the Prophet's ﷺ supplication.

Why does the dua mention that Allah is the soul's Guardian and Protector?

To affirm that Allah alone governs, purifies, and protects the soul, with no true purification or guardianship except through Him.