اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَجْعَلُكَ فِي نُحُورِهِمْ وَنَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شُرُورِهِمْ
O Allah, we place You before them, and we seek refuge in You from their evils.
Allahumma inna naj'aluka fi nuhurihim wa na'udhu bika min shururihim
When to Read
This powerful dua is recited when you feel overwhelmed by a situation or are about to face someone you fear might cause you harm, distress, or confrontation. It's perfect for those moments before entering a tense meeting, a difficult conversation, or any situation that causes anxiety about the people involved.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely with conviction in Allah's power. Imagine Allah's protection surrounding you as you utter these words. It's best recited just before entering the situation, with a clear intention of seeking Allah's aid and protection.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication teaches us to place our ultimate reliance on Allah (SWT) and to actively seek His refuge from any potential harm. By acknowledging Allah's supremacy ('We place You before them') and seeking His protection ('We seek refuge in You'), we transfer our worries and anxieties to Him, knowing that He is the ultimate disposer of all affairs. It instills courage and peace, reminding us that no one can harm us without Allah's permission.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Abu Musa (may Allah be pleased with him) that when the Prophet (peace be upon him) feared a people, he would say: 'Allahumma inna naj'aluka fi nuhurihim wa na'udhu bika min shururihim' (O Allah, we place You before them, and we seek refuge in You from their evils). — Sunan Abi Dawud 1537. Graded Sahih by Al-Albani.