"Allāhumma thabbit qalbī 'alā dīnik" ("O Allah, keep my heart firm upon Your religion") is a short dua for staying grounded in faith when life speeds up and good habits are easy to lose. Say it whenever you notice yourself drifting from a practice you know is good for you.
Why This Dua Matters
Some moments change you, quietly, without you realising at first. A shift in your heart. A softness in how you respond. A habit of turning back… a little more often. And even as life speeds up again, that version of you is still there.
It doesn't disappear. It just needs to be chosen. Again and again. Hold onto what grounds you. Return to what centres you. Even if it's small. Even if it's brief.
Because consistency isn't about perfection: it's about returning, every time you drift.
The Dua in Arabic, Transliteration & Translation
Arabic
اللَّهُمَّ ثَبِّتْ قَلْبِي عَلَى دِينِكَ
Transliteration
Allāhumma thabbit qalbī 'alā dīnik.
“O Allah, keep my heart firm upon Your religion.”
How to Make This Dua Part of Your Week
Say it the moment you notice yourself drifting
This dua isn't for when everything is going well: it's for the in-between moments, when you feel a good habit starting to slip.
Use it as a return, not a restart
Returning to what grounds you doesn't require starting over. Even a small, brief act of turning back counts.
Protect what softened in you with your giving
The version of you that gave more, noticed more, and cared more doesn't have to be a memory. Your Friday sadaqah can be one way you keep choosing it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Allahumma thabbit qalbi ala dinik" mean?
It means "O Allah, keep my heart firm upon Your religion." It's a request for steadiness, asking Allah to protect your heart from wavering in faith and practice.
When should I say this dua?
Any time you feel your commitment to a good habit softening, or your heart pulled in a different direction than the one you know is right. It's especially fitting in the weeks after a spiritually intense period, like Ramadan.
Is this dua only for big moments of doubt?
No, it's just as relevant for the small, everyday drift: skipping dhikr, rushing a prayer, or letting a habit lapse. The dua asks for firmness in the ordinary as much as the extraordinary.
