Grant me six things

 

بِسْمِ اللّهِ الرَّحْمـَنِ الرَّحِيمِ

Abusa'id Abolkhayr or Abū-Sa'īd Abul-Khayr (ابوسعید ابوالخیر) has one of his quatrains (Ruba'i) which is used in my home town as a supplication after prayers, especially in the morning: 

 

ای بارِ خُدا! به‌حَقِّ هَستی،

O Lord, by the truth of existence itself,

شِش چیز مرا مَدَد فِرِستی:

Grant me six blessings to aid my life:

ایمان و أمان و تَن‌دُرُستی،

Faith unwavering and peace unbroken, Health of body and spirit renewed,

فَتح و فَرَج و فَراخ‌ دَستی.

Victory in trials and release from burdens,
And abundance in generosity and provision.

 

This poetic prayer is a heartfelt supplication to God, invoking the ultimate truth and reality of existence ("the truth of existence itself") as the basis for the plea. It asks for six essential blessings:

1. Faith (ایمان): A steadfast belief in God, which provides spiritual strength and guidance through life's challenges.


2. Peace (امان): Both external safety and internal tranquility, ensuring a life free from fear and turmoil.


3. Health (تن درستی): Physical well-being and vitality, essential for fulfilling one's duties and enjoying life.


4. Victory (فتح): Success and triumph over obstacles, symbolizing progress and achievement in personal and communal endeavors.


5. Relief (فرج): The removal of difficulties, providing hope and solace during times of hardship.


6. Abundance (فراخ دستی): Generosity and financial well-being, signifying both material prosperity and the ability to share with others.