اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ زَوَالِ نِعْمَتِكَ، وَتَحَوُّلِ عَافِيَتِكَ، وَفُجَاءَةِ نِقْمَتِكَ، وَجَمِيعِ سَخَطِكَ.
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the demise of Your favors, the turning of Your well-being, the suddenness of Your retribution, and all of Your displeasure.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min zawali ni'matik, wa tahawwuli 'afiyatik, wa faja'ati niqmatik, wa jami'i sakhatik.
When to Read
When an angry person confronts you, especially if they are making accusations, this dua is perfect for invoking Allah's protection against losing your composure and facing His displeasure. It's a way to remind yourself that true strength comes from seeking refuge in the Almighty before reacting to external anger.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and focus, picturing yourself enveloped by Allah's protection. Understand that seeking refuge is not just a verbal act but a state of the heart. Take a deep breath before reciting, and as you say the words, let them settle into your spirit, asking Allah to grant you inner peace and the strength to respond with patience.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful dua, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, helps in situations where one might feel attacked or overwhelmed. By seeking refuge in Allah from the 'demise of His favors' and 'turning of His well-being,' we acknowledge that our ability to remain calm and patient is a blessing from Him. It also seeks protection from His wrath, reminding us that losing control can lead to displeasing Him. This helps shift our focus from the accuser's anger to seeking Allah's strength, fostering patience and a measured response.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) used to say: 'Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min zawali ni'matik, wa tahawwuli 'afiyatik, wa faja'ati niqmatik, wa jami'i sakhatik.' (O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the demise of Your favors, the turning of Your well-being, the suddenness of Your retribution, and all of Your displeasure.)