اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْهَمِّ وَالْحَزَنِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْعَجْزِ وَالْكَسَلِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْجُبْنِ وَالْبُخْلِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ غَلَبَةِ الدَّيْنِ وَقَهْرِ الرِّجَالِ
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from worry and grief, I seek refuge in You from helplessness and laziness, I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from the burden of debt and the overpowering of men.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-hammi wal-hazani, wa a'udhu bika minal-'ajzi wal-kasali, wa a'udhu bika minal-jubni wal-bukhli, wa a'udhu bika min ghalabatid-dayni wa qahrir-rijali.
When to Read
This profound dua is recommended to be recited immediately after completing the obligatory prayers (salat). It's a perfect moment to turn to Allah, seeking His protection from the anxieties and pressures that can weigh on our hearts, especially in the quiet moments after we've communed with Him.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a humble heart. It is typically said after the tasleem (the concluding salutations) of the prayer, while still seated in the place of worship if possible. Focus on the meaning of each phrase as you utter it, truly seeking refuge in Allah from these specific afflictions.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a powerful shield against common human struggles. By seeking refuge in Allah from worry and grief, we ask Him to grant us peace of mind and contentment. Protection from helplessness and laziness helps us remain active and purposeful in our lives. Seeking refuge from cowardice and stinginess encourages bravery and generosity. Finally, asking for protection from the burden of debt and the overpowering of men addresses significant worldly and social pressures, seeking Allah's intervention and ease.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used to teach his companions to say these words in all their supplications. Anas (may Allah be pleased with him) narrated that the Prophet (peace be upon him) used to say: 'Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-hammi wal-hazani, wa a'udhu bika minal-'ajzi wal-kasali, wa a'udhu bika minal-jubni wal-bukhli, wa a'udhu bika min ghalabatid-dayni wa qahrir-rijali.' (O Allah, I seek refuge in You from worry and grief, I seek refuge in You from helplessness and laziness, I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from the burden of debt and the overpowering of men.)