اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْهَمِّ وَالْحَزَنِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْعَجْزِ وَالْكَسَلِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْجُبْنِ وَالْبُخْلِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ غَلَبَةِ الدَّيْنِ وَقَهْرِ الرِّجَالِ
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from distress and sorrow, I seek refuge in You from helplessness and laziness, I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from being overwhelmed by debt and from being overcome by 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-bukhli, wa a'udhu bika min ghalabatid-dayni wa qahrir-rijali.
When to Read
Recite this dua when you feel the weight of responsibilities pressing down on you. It’s perfect for those moments when tasks seem insurmountable, deadlines loom, and the sheer volume of duties leaves you feeling drained and anxious. Say it in the morning to set a tone of seeking Allah's protection for the day, or at night when reflecting on the day's challenges and preparing for the next.
How to Read
Raise your hands slightly as you would in supplication. Say this dua with sincerity and conviction, truly feeling your reliance on Allah (SWT). Picture His strength and mercy enveloping you as you seek refuge. It’s beneficial to understand the meaning of each phrase as you utter it, connecting your heart to the words. Repeating it can also help reinforce the feeling of seeking divine assistance.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful dua, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to his companion Abu Bakr (may Allah be pleased with him), offers comprehensive protection against various forms of inner turmoil and external pressures. It directly addresses the feelings of distress and sorrow that often accompany overwhelming responsibilities. By seeking refuge from helplessness and laziness, we ask Allah to grant us the strength and motivation to face our duties. Protection from cowardice and stinginess helps us act with courage and generosity, while seeking refuge from debt and the tyranny of men shields us from significant worldly anxieties. It's a holistic prayer for mental, emotional, and practical well-being.
Source & Authentication
‘Aishah (may Allah be pleased with her) reported that the Prophet (ﷺ) used to teach them this supplication, just as he used to teach them a Surah from the Qur'an: "O Allah, I seek refuge in You from loss of health, from loss of security, from sudden calamities and from all evil things with which Satan may afflict me." He added, "When you go to bed, say: 'O Allah, Lord of the seven heavens and all that they cast their shadow upon, Lord of the earth and all that it holds firm, Lord of the devils and all whom you lead astray, be my protection from the evil of all the creatures of our Lord, and grant me honour, and protect me from the distress of which none can protect from Him.'" And he used to forbid us to take our places in this way: the way of sitting in a circle. 'Uthman (may Allah be pleased with him) used to say: 'Amr b. al-'As reported that the Prophet (ﷺ) said: 'O Allah, forgive me my sins, my errors and my ignorance. O Allah, guide me to the best of conduct, for none guides to the best of it but You. And turn me from the bad conduct, for none turns bad conduct from me but You.' He also used to say: 'O Allah, I do my best to protect myself from whatever You have forbidden me, and I am indeed seeking refuge in You from the evil of the sins which You have not made me acquainted with, and from the evil of all evil things.' He added: 'And when you go to bed, say: Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-hammi wal-hazani, wa a'udhu bika minal-'ajzi wal-kasali, wa a'udhu bika minal-jubni wal-bukhli, wa a'udhu bika min ghalabatid-dayni wa qahrir-rijali. (O Allah, I seek refuge in You from distress and sorrow, helplessness and laziness, cowardice and stinginess, and the burden of debt and being overcome by men.)