اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْهَدْمِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ التَّرَدِّي، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْغَرَقِ، وَالْحَرَقِ، وَالْهَرَمِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ أَنْ يَتَخَبَّطَنِي الشَّيْطَانُ عِنْدَ الْمَوْتِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ أَنْ أَمُوتَ فِي سَبِيلِكَ مُدْبِرًا، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ أَنْ أَمُوتَ لَدِيغًا.
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from being demolished, I seek refuge in You from falling from a height, I seek refuge in You from drowning, burning, and old age [frailty], and I seek refuge in You from being snatched by Satan at the time of death, and I seek refuge in You from dying while retreating [from battle], and I seek refuge in You from dying from a venomous bite.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-hadmi, wa a'udhu bika minat-taraddi, wa a'udhu bika minal-gharqi, wal-haraqi, wal-harami, wa a'udhu bika an yatakhabbaṭani ash-shayṭanu 'indal-mawt, wa a'udhu bika an amuta fi sabilika mudbiran, wa a'udhu bika an amuta ladighan.
When to Read
This comprehensive supplication is particularly relevant when facing the threat of natural disasters like earthquakes and floods. It's also a wise practice to recite it regularly as a general protection against various calamities and the evils that can befall us, especially during times of intense fear or uncertainty.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a firm belief in Allah's power to protect. Face the Qiblah if possible, and raise your hands in supplication. Imagine the dangers mentioned and earnestly seek Allah's refuge, recognizing that only He can safeguard you. It is best recited in the morning and evening, as part of the Prophet's ﷺ daily remembrance.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua offers protection from specific, catastrophic events (demolition, falling, drowning, burning) that can be caused by natural disasters. It also encompasses seeking refuge from other profound evils like the influence of Satan at death, dying in a state of disgrace, or succumbing to poison. By reciting it, we acknowledge our weakness and dependency on Allah's mercy and protection against the visible and unseen dangers of this world.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abdullah bin 'Umar (may Allah be pleased with them both): The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) used to teach us in the following words to seek refuge in Allah from the evil of the following: "Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-hadmi, wa a'udhu bika minat-taraddi, wa a'udhu bika minal-gharaqi, wal-haraqi, wal-harami, wa a'udhu bika an yatakhabbaṭani ash-shayṭanu 'indal-mawt, wa a'udhu bika an amuta fi sabilika mudbiran, wa a'udhu bika an amuta ladighan." (Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-hadmi, wa a'udhu bika minat-taraddi, wa a'udhu bika minal-gharaqi, wal-haraqi, wal-harami, wa a'udhu bika an yatakhabbaṭani ash-shayṭanu 'indal-mawt, wa a'udhu bika an amuta fi sabilika mudbiran, wa a'udhu bika an amuta ladighan.) – Sahih Muslim 2719 (partially narrated), Sunan Abi Dawud 1552, Sunan An-Nasa'i 5536.