Never supplicating harm upon oneself or one’s family

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Etiquette of Du'a (Supplication)

Never supplicating harm upon oneself or one's family

The Prophet (SAW) said: "Do not supplicate against yourselves, do not supplicate against your children, and do not supplicate against your wealth, lest it coincide with a moment when Allah answers supplications."

Reference: Sahih Muslim, on the authority of Jabir ibn Abdullah (RA)

Explanation

This warning cautions against careless words spoken in frustration that could, in a moment of acceptance, cause real harm.

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