اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ عَذَابِ الْقَبْرِ، وَمِنْ عَذَابِ جَهَنَّمَ، وَمِنْ فِتْنَةِ الْمَحْيَا وَالْمَمَاتِ، وَمِنْ شَرِّ فِتْنَةِ الْمَسِيحِ الدَّجَّالِ
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the punishment of the grave, and from the punishment of 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 jahannam, wa min fitnat al-mahya wal-ma'at, wa min shar fitnat al-masih ad-dajjal
When to Read
This is a crucial supplication that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us to recite regularly, particularly after the Tashahhud in the final sitting of prayer. It's a reminder of the unseen realities and a plea for protection from immense trials, both in this life and the hereafter, including the questioning and torment of the grave.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and focus, especially during prayer. Understand the profound meaning behind each phrase as you utter it. Imagine seeking protection directly from Allah Almighty, the only one who can grant it. The Prophet ﷺ would often pause after reciting this, as if he had truly felt the gravity of what he was asking refuge from.
Virtues & Benefits
Seeking refuge in Allah from the torment of the grave is a profound act of faith. The grave is a place of immense trial, where the deceased are questioned by angels. Those who are heedless in this life may face severe punishment. This dua encapsulates protection from not only the grave but also Hellfire, the trials of this world, and the ultimate trial of the Dajjal. It's a comprehensive plea for safety in the face of formidable spiritual dangers. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ himself was diligent in reciting this dua, highlighting its immense importance.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Huraira: The Messenger of Allah ﷺ used to invoke Allah in the prayer saying: "O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the punishment of the grave, and from the punishment of Hellfire, and from the trials of life and death, and from the evil of the trial of the False Messiah (Dajjal)." (Sahih Muslim 589). Another narration from Aisha: The Messenger of Allah ﷺ used to supplicate: "O Allah, I seek refuge with You from the torment of the Fire, and from the torment of the grave, and from the trial of the Dajjal, and from the trial of life and death." (Sahih Muslim 588).