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 distress and sorrow, I seek refuge in You from incapacity and laziness, I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from the burden of debt and the oppression 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-rijal.
When to Read
Recite this dua when you feel the sting of betrayal, and with it comes feelings of helplessness, overwhelming sadness, and anger. It's a comprehensive supplication to seek Allah's protection from the emotional and practical burdens that can arise from such difficult situations, including the anger that stems from being wronged.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely, with full conviction in Allah's power to protect and ease your affairs. Raising your hands is permissible, and turning towards the Qiblah can enhance the focus of your supplication. Remember that dua is a conversation with your Creator, so speak to Him from your heart.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses seeking refuge from significant burdens that affect both our inner state and external circumstances. Seeking refuge from 'qahr ar-rijal' (the oppression of men/people) directly addresses the pain caused by others' actions, like betrayal, which can leave one feeling powerless and wronged. By reciting this, we ask Allah to shield us from the destructive effects of such experiences, including overwhelming anger, and to grant us patience and a way out.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Huraira: The Prophet ﷺ 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-rijal.' (O Allah, I seek refuge in You from distress and sorrow, I seek refuge in You from incapacity and laziness, I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from the burden of debt and the oppression of men.)