اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ الْهَمِّ وَالْحَزَنِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ الْعَجْزِ وَالْكَسَلِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ الْجُبْنِ وَالْبُخْلِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ غَلَبَةِ الدَّيْنِ وَقَهْرِ الرِّجَالِ.
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from distress and sorrow, and I seek refuge in You from helplessness and laziness, and 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-bukhl, wa a'udhu bika min ghalabatid-dayni wa qahrir-rijal.
When to Read
Recite this dua when you feel your mind racing with worries, when restlessness settles in, or when you're overwhelmed by anxiety. It's a comprehensive plea for relief from various burdens, both internal and external.
How to Read
This is a powerful supplication taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Say it with sincerity and conviction, understanding the meaning of each phrase you utter. Raise your hands if possible, as is customary in supplication, and reflect on Allah's ability to remove any hardship.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua offers immense spiritual and psychological relief. By seeking refuge in Allah from distress, sorrow, helplessness, laziness, cowardice, stinginess, debt, and oppression, you are actively engaging with a powerful tool to combat overthinking and restlessness. It reminds us that ultimate peace and strength come from our Creator, and that acknowledging our need for Him is the first step towards overcoming our struggles.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to supplicate: 'Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-hammi wal-hazani, wa a'udhu bika minal-'ajzi wal-kasali, wa a'udhu bika minal-jubni wal-bukhl, wa a'udhu bika min ghalabatid-dayni wa qahrir-rijal.' (O Allah, I seek refuge in You from distress and sorrow, and I seek refuge in You from helplessness and laziness, and 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.)