اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْهَمِّ وَالْحَزَنِ، وَالْعَجْزِ وَالْكَسَلِ، وَالْبُخْلِ وَالْجُبْنِ، وَضَلَعِ الدَّيْنِ وَغَلَبَةِ الرِّجَالِ
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from anxiety and sorrow, from inability and laziness, from stinginess and cowardice, and from the burden of debt and from being overpowered by men.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-hammi wal-hazan, wal-'ajzi wal-kasal, wal-bukhli wal-jubn, wa dala'id-dayni wa ghalabatir-rijal.
When to Read
When the feeling of solitude weighs heavily on your heart, or when you find yourself physically alone and yearn for companionship, this dua offers profound comfort. It's particularly fitting when you're experiencing **anxiety (hamm)** or **sorrow (hazan)**, which often accompany feelings of isolation. Make it a part of your daily morning and evening remembrance, or recite it whenever these feelings arise, seeking Allah's refuge and solace.
How to Read
Approach this dua with a heart full of sincerity and **tawakkul** (reliance on Allah). While reciting, truly reflect on each segment, especially how 'anxiety and sorrow' resonate with your feelings of loneliness. Understand that you are seeking direct refuge in Allah from these states. Don't just utter the words; feel them. Picture yourself turning to Allah, the All-Sufficient, the source of all comfort and companionship, asking Him to lift these burdens from you.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this powerful dua, which the Prophet ﷺ himself used to make, brings immense solace and strength. The core benefit for someone experiencing loneliness is seeking direct refuge in Allah from **'hamm' (anxiety)** and **'hazan' (sorrow)**. These are often the spiritual and emotional byproducts of feeling isolated. By making this dua, you are: * **Acknowledging your human weakness:** You admit your need for Allah's help against negative emotions. * **Seeking Divine companionship:** Reminding yourself that you are never truly alone, as Allah is always with you. * **Cultivating resilience:** The dua protects against related negative traits like inability and laziness, which can be amplified by loneliness. * **Following the Sunnah:** Emulating the beloved Prophet ﷺ in seeking comfort and strength from Allah.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Anas bin Malik (may Allah be pleased with him): The Prophet (ﷺ) used to say, "O Allah, I seek refuge in You from anxiety and sorrow, from inability and laziness, from stinginess and cowardice, and from the burden of debt and from being overpowered by men."