اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ زَوَالِ نِعْمَتِكَ، وَتَحَوُّلِ عَافِيَتِكَ، وَفَجْأَةِ نِقْمَتِكَ، وَجَمِيعِ سَخَطِكَ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ فِتْنَةِ الْقَبْرِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ فِتْنَةِ الْغِنَى، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ فِتْنَةِ الْفَقْرِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ فِتْنَةِ الدَّجَّالِ، اللَّهُمَّ اغْسِلْ عَنِّي خَطَايَايَ بِمَاءِ الثَّلْجِ وَالْبَرَدِ، وَنَقِّ قَلْبِي مِنْ الْخَطَايَا كَمَا نَقَّيْتَ الثَّوْبَ الأَبْيَضَ مِنَ الدَّنَسِ، وَبَاعِدْ بَيْنِي وَبَيْنَ خَطَايَايَ كَمَا بَاعَدْتَ بَيْنَ الْمَشْرِقِ وَالْمَغْرِبِ، اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ الْهُدَى، وَالتُّقَى، وَالْعَفَافَ، وَالْغِنَى، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ عِلْمٍ لاَ يَنْفَعُ، وَمِنْ قَلْبٍ لاَ يَخْشَعُ، وَمِنْ نَفْسٍ لاَ تَشْبَعُ، وَمِنْ دَعْوَةٍ لاَ يُسْتَجَابُ لَهَا.
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the demolition of Your blessings, and the changing of Your good health, and the suddenness of Your wrath, and all of Your displeasure. And I seek refuge in You from the trials of the grave, and I seek refuge in You from the trials of wealth, and I seek refuge in You from the trials of poverty, and I seek refuge in You from the trials of the Dajjal. O Allah, wash away my sins with the water of snow and hail. And purify my heart from sins, just as a white garment is purified from dirt. And keep me far from my sins, just as You have kept the East far from the West. O Allah, I ask You for guidance, piety, chastity, and contentment. And I seek refuge in You from knowledge that does not benefit, and from a heart that does not humble itself, and from a soul that is not satisfied, and from a supplication that is not answered.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min zawali ni'matika, wa tahawwuli 'afiyatika, wa faja'ati niqmatika, wa jami'i sakhatika, wa a'udhu bika min fitnatil-qabri, wa a'udhu bika min fitnatil-ghina, wa a'udhu bika min fitnatil-faqr, wa a'udhu bika min fitnatid-Dajjal. Allahumma ghsil 'anni khatayaya bi ma'ith-thalji wal-barad, wa naqqi qalbi minal-khataya kama naqqayta ath-thawbal-abyada minad-danas, wa ba'id bayni wa bayna khatayaya kama ba'adta baynal-mashriqi wal-maghrib. Allahumma inni as'alukal-huda, wat-tuqa, wal-'afafa, wal-ghina, wa a'udhu bika min 'ilmin la yanfa', wa min qalbin la yakhsha', wa min nafsin la tashba', wa min da'watin la yustajabu laha.
When to Read
This comprehensive dua is perfect for recitation during your daily prayers, especially after the obligatory prayers. It's also excellent to make anytime you feel the need for Allah's protection, particularly as one ages and may experience increased vulnerability. Reflecting on its meaning as you say it will enhance its impact.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, visualizing Allah's protection encompassing you. Raise your hands as you do for other supplications. Believe that Allah hears your call and will answer in the best way for you. The emphasis is on seeking refuge, so imbue your heart with the need for Allah's safeguarding.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a shield against many forms of hardship, both worldly and otherworldly. It seeks protection from the loss of blessings, sudden calamities, and Allah's anger, which are dire consequences. It also specifically asks for refuge from the severe trials of the grave and the Dajjal, preparing us for the unseen. Furthermore, it addresses internal struggles, seeking spiritual cleanliness, contentment, and guidance, which are vital for a peaceful life, especially as we grow older and may face physical and emotional challenges.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used to teach this supplication to his companions as a means of seeking protection from various ills, emphasizing its importance in their lives and for future generations. The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: "When one of you finishes his prayer, let him seek refuge in Allah from four things, by saying: 'Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min 'adhab jahannam, wa 'adhab al-qabr, wa fitnat al-mahya wal-ma'at, wa fitnat al-masih ad-dajjal.' (O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the punishment of Hell, and the punishment of the grave, and the trials of life and death, and the evil of the trial of the Masih ad-Dajjal.)" This specific dua, though longer, contains similar themes of seeking refuge and purification, reflecting the comprehensive nature of the Prophet's teachings on seeking Allah's protection against all forms of difficulty, including those that may befall in old age.