اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَجْعَلُكَ فِي نُحُورِهِمْ وَنَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شُرُورِهِمْ
O Allah, we ask You to protect us from them and seek refuge in You from their evil.
Allahumma inna naj'aluka fi nuhurihim wa na'udhu bika min shururihim
When to Read
Recite this dua when you feel overwhelmed by the opinions or potential judgment of others. It's particularly helpful when facing social anxiety, before important meetings, or when you need courage to speak truth or stand firm in your convictions, despite the fear of criticism.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity, focusing on the meaning and directing your plea to Allah alone. It is best recited with the intention of seeking Allah's protection and strength, understanding that He is the ultimate protector and disposer of affairs. You can raise your hands slightly in supplication as you recite it.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful dua, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, is a direct request to Allah for protection and sufficiency against those whose words or actions cause us fear or distress. It shifts our reliance from people to our Creator, reminding us that true safety and peace come only from Him. By reciting it, we acknowledge Allah's power to shield us from harm and to nullify the ill intentions of others, thereby freeing ourselves from the crippling weight of worrying about their judgment.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Musa: When the Prophet ﷺ feared some people, he would supplicate: 'Allahumma inna naj'aluka fi nuhurihim wa na'udhu bika min shururihim' (O Allah, we ask You to protect us from them and seek refuge in You from their evil). — Sunan Abu Dawood 1537. (Sahih according to Al-Albani).