اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ عَذَابِ الْقَبْرِ، وَمِنْ عَذَابِ النَّارِ، وَمِنْ فِتْنَةِ الْحَيَاةِ وَالْمَمَاتِ، وَمِنْ شَرِّ فِتْنَةِ الْمَسِيحِ الدَّجَّالِ
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the torment of the grave, and from the torment of the Hellfire, and from the trials of life and death, and from the evil of the trial of the False Messiah (Dajjal).
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min 'adhab al-qabr, wa min 'adhab an-nar, wa min fitnat al-hayaati wal-mamat, wa min sharri fitnat al-masih ad-dajjal
When to Read
This is a profoundly important dua to recite regularly, especially after the Tashahhud in the prayer, before the tasleem (salutation). The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this supplication to his companions, emphasizing its significance for protection in this life and the hereafter. Making it a habit during your daily prayers ensures you are consistently seeking Allah's refuge from severe trials.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, understanding the immense gravity of what you are asking protection from. Focus your heart on Allah as you utter the words. It is recommended to raise your hands slightly when making this dua within the prayer, as is the practice for seeking refuge.
Virtues & Benefits
Seeking refuge in Allah from the torment of the grave is a critical aspect of protecting oneself in the unseen realm. The grave is a place of immense testing, and the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, despite being the most righteous of creation, made this supplication diligently. Reciting this dua is a practical way to follow his Sunnah and seek Allah's mercy and protection against a trial that awaits everyone. The hadith mentioning this supplication highlights its inclusion within the prayer, signifying its importance as a habit of the believers.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 'When any one of you performs his Salat (prayer), he should seek refuge with Allah from four things; he should say: O Allah, I seek refuge with You from the punishment of Hell, from the punishment in the grave, from the afflictions of the Dajjal and from the afflictions of life and death.' Then he said: 'Then whatever is left after this is for the person to say.' (Sahih Muslim 589, also mentioned in Sahih al-Bukhari 6306 and 833)