Among the duas from the Quran, this verse from Surat Aal 'Imran teaches the believer to ask Allah to keep the heart steady on guidance rather than assume that steadfastness is guaranteed once faith is attained.
Rabbana la tuzigh quloobana ba'da idh hadaytana wahab lana min ladunka rahmah, innaka antal-Wahhab.
📖 Virtue (Arabic source text)
دعاء الراسخين في العلم لطلب الثبات على الهداية.
سورة آل عمران - آية 8
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Meaning
Our Lord, let not our hearts deviate after You have guided us, and grant us mercy from Yourself. Indeed, You are the Bestower. This is the supplication of those firmly grounded in knowledge mentioned in Surat Aal 'Imran, who ask Allah for steadfastness on the guidance they have been given rather than relying on their own strength of faith.
When to recite
It is recommended at any time, especially when feeling weakness in faith or seeking steadfastness of the heart on obedience, and also after the prayers and at times when supplication is more likely to be answered.
About this dhikr
This dhikr is part of Duas from the Quran 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 the dua 'Rabbana la tuzigh quloobana' mean?
It means asking Allah not to let the heart deviate from the truth after He has guided it, and asking for His mercy and steadfastness.
Who says this dua in the Quran?
It is spoken by those firmly grounded in knowledge in Surat Aal 'Imran, describing believers whose faith is steady and secure.