اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ زَوَالِ نِعْمَتِكَ، وَتَحَوُّلِ عَافِيَتِكَ، وَفُجَاءَةِ نِقْمَتِكَ، وَجَمِيعِ سَخَطِكَ، اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ هَمِّ الْحَزَنِ، وَالْعَجْزِ، وَالْكَسَلِ، وَالْجُبْنِ، وَالْبُخْلِ، وَضَلَعِ الدَّيْنِ، وَغَلَبَةِ الرِّجَالِ.
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the decline of Your blessings, the change of Your protection, the suddenness of Your vengeance, and all that You are displeased with. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from anxiety and sorrow, from helplessness and laziness, from cowardice and stinginess, from the burden of debt and the oppression of men.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min zawali ni'matik, wa tahawwuli 'afiyatik, wa faja'ati niqmatik, wa jami'i sakhatik. Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min al-hammi wal-hazani, wal-'ajzi wal-kasali, wal-jubni wal-bukhli, wa dala'id-dayni wa ghalabatir-rijal.
When to Read
This profound dua is a shield against the inner turmoil that can shake our spiritual foundations. Recite it when you feel the weight of anxiety pressing down, when your connection to faith seems distant, or when worries about your well-being and responsibilities cloud your mind. It's particularly beneficial during times of stress, uncertainty, or when facing challenges that make you feel overwhelmed and disconnected.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a focused heart, preferably after your obligatory prayers or at any time you feel the need for Allah's protection and strength. Raise your hands in supplication as you do for other duas, and let your voice convey the earnestness of your plea. Imagine seeking refuge with the Almighty from all these afflictions, trusting that He is the only one who can truly provide solace and security.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive supplication covers a wide spectrum of trials, both spiritual and worldly. By seeking refuge in Allah from the loss of blessings, the change in well-being, and His displeasure, we acknowledge our utter dependence on Him. The plea against anxiety, sorrow, helplessness, laziness, cowardice, stinginess, debt, and the dominance of others is a recognition of our human weaknesses and a request for divine strength to overcome them. It cultivates reliance on Allah (tawakkul) and fosters a sense of peace by entrusting our worries to Him, strengthening our resolve and connection to faith even in times of distress.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Huraira: The Prophet (ﷺ) used to seek refuge in Allah from the punishment of the grave and the punishment of the Fire, and from the trials of life and death, and from the evil of the trial of the False Messiah. And the companions used to do the same with him. Narrated Abu Huraira: The Prophet (ﷺ) used to invoke Allah saying: "O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the punishment of the grave, and from the punishment of Hell-fire, and from the trials of life and death, and from the evil of the Dajjal." He used to say: "O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the decline of Your blessings, the change of Your protection, the suddenness of Your vengeance, and all that You are displeased with." Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min 'adhabi jahannama, wa min 'adhibal-qabri, wa min fitnatil-mahya wal-mamati, wa min sharri fitnatil-masihid-dajjal. Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min zawali ni'matik, wa tahawwuli 'afiyatik, wa faja'ati niqmatik, wa jami'i sakhatik.