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 anxiety 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 burden of debt and the oppression of 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 ghalabad-dayni wa qahrir-rijali.
When to Read
This powerful dua is particularly relevant when you feel the heavy weight of loneliness and isolation pressing down on you. Recite it when you're feeling anxious about your situation, sad about being alone, or overwhelmed by feelings of helplessness. It's a comprehensive supplication that addresses the underlying emotional and practical burdens that can exacerbate feelings of isolation.
How to Read
Make this dua with sincerity and a firm belief in Allah's power to alleviate your distress. Raise your hands in supplication, facing the Qiblah if possible. Utter the words clearly, focusing on their meaning and seeking Allah's refuge from these specific afflictions. It's best recited after Salah or during the times when dua is more readily accepted, like the last third of the night or between the Adhan and Iqamah.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua directly addresses the mental and emotional turmoil associated with isolation. Seeking refuge from 'anxiety and sorrow' (al-hammi wal-hazani) helps combat the psychological distress of loneliness. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ also sought refuge from 'incapacity and laziness' ('ajzi wal-kasali), acknowledging that sometimes a lack of ability or motivation can contribute to feelings of being disconnected. By asking for protection from 'cowardice and stinginess' (al-jubni wal-bukhli), we seek inner strength and generosity, qualities that can help us reach out to others. The mention of 'burden of debt and oppression of men' (ghalabad-dayni wa qahrir-rijali) highlights seeking relief from external pressures that can deepen feelings of despair and isolation. Reciting this dua helps purify the heart, strengthen resolve, and remind us that Allah is our ultimate protector and source of comfort.
Source & Authentication
Anas (may Allah be pleased with him) reported: The Prophet (ﷺ) used to say, "O Allah, I seek refuge in You from worry and grief, 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 subjugation of men."