Istighfar - Seeking Forgiveness
Reference: Sunan Abu Dawud 1517
أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللَّهَ الْعَظِيمَ الَّذِي لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا هُوَ الْحَيُّ الْقَيُّومُ وَأَتُوبُ إِلَيْهِ
Transliteration
Astaghfirullaha al-adheem alladhi la ilaha illa huwal-hayyul-qayyum wa atubu ilayh.
English meaning
I seek the forgiveness of Allah the Mighty, whom there is none worthy of worship except Him, the Living, the Sustainer, and I repent to Him.
When to recite
Recite frequently throughout the day
Benefits & virtues
Allah will forgive the person even if they deserted the army in battle.