اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ جَهْدِ الْبَلَاءِ، وَدَرَكِ الشَّقَاءِ، وَسُوءِ الْقَضَاءِ، وَشَمَاتَةِ الْأَعْدَاءِ
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the hardship of tribulation, the attainment of misery, the evil of decree, and the rejoicing of enemies.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min jahdil-bala'i, wa darakish-shaqa'i, wa su'il-qada'i, wa shamatatil-a'da'
When to Read
This powerful supplication is crucial when you find yourself constantly worried about what others think, fearing their judgment and criticism for your choices or actions. Recite it during moments of intense self-doubt, before important decisions where you anticipate external disapproval, or simply as a daily shield against the anxiety of public opinion.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a humble heart, directing your plea solely to Allah. Focus on the meaning of each phrase, visualizing Allah's protection surrounding you. It's best recited after the obligatory prayers or during personal supplication times, with the conviction that Allah alone is the protector and the ultimate judge.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua directly addresses the core of the anxiety caused by the fear of judgment. By seeking refuge in Allah from the 'hardship of tribulation' and 'evil of decree,' we acknowledge that true difficulty lies in what displeases Allah, not necessarily what people say. The plea against 'the rejoicing of enemies' also encompasses those who would delight in seeing us fall due to our anxieties. This supplication strengthens our reliance on Allah, reminding us that His pleasure is paramount and His decree is ultimately wise, thus freeing us from the excessive concern over human opinion.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Huraira: The Prophet (ﷺ) used to invoke Allah saying: اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ جَهْدِ الْبَلَاءِ، وَدَرَكِ الشَّقَاءِ، وَسُوءِ الْقَضَاءِ، وَشَمَاتَةِ الْأَعْدَاءِ (Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min jahdil-bala'i, wa darakish-shaqa'i, wa su'il-qada'i, wa shamatatil-a'da') 'O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the hardship of tribulation, the attainment of misery, the evil of decree, and the rejoicing of enemies.' Sahih al-Bukhari 6347.