اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ سَمْعِي، وَمِنْ شَرِّ بَصَرِي، وَمِنْ شَرِّ لِسَانِي، وَمِنْ شَرِّ قَلْبِي، وَمِنْ شَرِّ مَنِيِّي.
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the evil of my hearing, and from the evil of my sight, and from the evil of my tongue, and from the evil of my heart, and from the evil of my sperm/passion.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min sharri sam'i, wa min sharri basari, wa min sharri lisani, wa min sharri qalbi, wa min sharri maniyyi.
When to Read
This dua is profoundly relevant when reflecting on the actions of a deceased relative that may cause you distress or anger. It's particularly useful when memories surface, bringing forth emotions like frustration, disappointment, or even resentment. Reciting it can help purify your intentions and seek divine assistance in moving past these feelings in a way that is pleasing to Allah, preserving the sanctity of the deceased's memory and focusing on your own spiritual well-being.
How to Read
This is a comprehensive supplication for seeking refuge from various internal and external evils that can lead to negative emotions, including anger. Make this dua with sincerity, focusing on the intention of seeking Allah's protection from the harmful inclinations of your senses, tongue, and heart. Visualize yourself being shielded by Allah's mercy as you utter these words. It's best recited with a calm heart, ideally after your obligatory prayers, or at any time you feel the stirrings of anger or negativity related to the deceased's past actions. Reflect deeply on each part of the dua as you say it.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua directly addresses the roots of many negative emotions, including anger, by seeking refuge in Allah from their potential sources. By asking Allah to protect your hearing, sight, tongue, and heart, you are essentially asking for protection from the external stimuli that might trigger anger, the words that might express it hurtfully, and the internal thoughts and desires that fuel it. Suppressing anger, especially towards a deceased person whose actions cannot be changed, is a sign of maturity and closeness to Allah. It allows for peace in your own heart and fosters a more compassionate outlook, which is encouraged in Islam. This practice aligns with the Sunnah of seeking refuge in Allah from all forms of evil.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abdullah bin Mas'ud: The Prophet (peace be upon him) used to supplicate: 'Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min sharri sam'i, wa min sharri basari, wa min sharri lisani, wa min sharri qalbi, wa min sharri maniyyi.' (O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the evil of my hearing, and from the evil of my sight, and from the evil of my tongue, and from the evil of my heart, and from the evil of my sperm/passion).