اللَّهُمَّ اكْفِنِيهِمْ بِمَا شِئْتَ
O Allah, suffice me against them however You wish.
Allahummakfinihim bima shi't
When to Read
This dua is profoundly useful when dealing with individuals whose words or actions cause you distress, anxiety, or are harmful. In a business context, this translates to customers or clients who are unreasonable, aggressive, dishonest, or simply create undue hardship. Recite it before or during an interaction, or whenever you feel overwhelmed by such situations, seeking Allah's (SWT) intervention to manage the difficulty and protect you from their harm.
How to Read
With sincere reliance on Allah (SWT), face the difficulty with a calm heart after reciting this dua. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said this powerful supplication when facing opposition, demonstrating its effectiveness in seeking divine sufficiency against adversaries. It's a prayer of dependence, asking Allah to handle the matter in the way He deems best, acknowledging His ultimate power and wisdom.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a potent weapon for the believer, offering protection and relief from oppression or difficult people. It stems from the Prophet Muhammad's (peace be upon him) own practice, indicating its divine efficacy. By reciting it, we acknowledge that Allah (SWT) is sufficient for us and that He can deal with any situation or person in a way that is ultimately beneficial and protective for us.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Huraira: When Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) was on his bed in my house, he said: 'I do not like to have (even) a little bit of gold, and I have no desire for it.' And he said: 'May Allah curse the Jews and the Christians, they have built the graves of their prophets as places of worship.' (While narrating this hadith, Ibn Juraij said: 'Abu Huraira related to me, on the authority of the Prophet (ﷺ): Allahumma-kfini-him bima shi't - O Allah, suffice me against them with what Thou wilt.' - This hadith is Hadith 3011 in Sahih Muslim. The specific wording mentioned here is in addition to the main narrative and is a direct supplication taught by the Prophet (ﷺ).