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Istikhara Dua Guide
Use this guide to read the dua of Istikhara and remember the basic steps before making an important decision.
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Istikhara Dua Guide
Read the dua of Salat al-Istikhara with simple steps and English meaning.
Simple steps
Pray two voluntary rakahs, then recite the dua of Istikhara and ask Allah for guidance in the matter.
Transliteration
Allahumma inni astakhiruka bi ilmika, wa astaqdiruka bi qudratika, wa asaluka min fadlikal-azim...
Meaning
O Allah, I seek Your guidance through Your knowledge and seek ability through Your power, and I ask You from Your great bounty.
Source commonly cited from the hadith of Jabir ibn Abdullah in Sahih al-Bukhari. Consult a trusted scholar for detailed wording and rulings.
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