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, I seek refuge in You from incapacity and laziness, I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from the overwhelming of debt and the domination of men.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min al-hammi wal-hazan, wa a'udhu bika min al-'ajzi wal-kasal, wa a'udhu bika min al-jubni wal-buhl, wa a'udhu bika min ghalabatid-dayni wa qahrir-rijal.
When to Read
Recite this dua when the constant stream of news feels heavy, when you find yourself anxious about world events, or when you feel a sense of helplessness and burden. It's particularly relevant when the news cycle focuses on conflict, hardship, or issues that weigh on your heart and mind.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, picturing yourself handing over your worries to Allah. It's best recited after prayers or at any time you feel the weight of the news. Focus on the meaning of each phrase, asking Allah for protection from these specific anxieties and burdens that the news can amplify. Imagine the relief as you entrust your concerns to the One who has power over all affairs.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua offers protection from mental and emotional burdens that can arise from overwhelming situations, including the anxieties stirred by negative news. Seeking refuge in Allah from distress (hamm) and sorrow (hazan) helps calm the heart. Asking for protection from incapacity ('ajz) and laziness (kasal) empowers you to act constructively rather than be paralyzed by worry. Shielding yourself from cowardice (jubn) and stinginess (buhl) fosters inner strength and generosity, enabling a more positive outlook. Finally, seeking refuge from overwhelming debt (ghalabatid-dayn) and the domination of men (qahrir-rijal) addresses external pressures, reminding us that Allah is the ultimate controller and protector.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Huraira: The Prophet (ﷺ) used to invoke: 'O Allah! I seek refuge in You from distress and sorrow, incapacity and laziness, cowardice and stinginess, and the burden of debt and the overpowering of men.' He added, 'I have seen the people of Israel suffering from these things.'