اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ الْهَمِّ وَالْحَزَنِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ الْعَجْزِ وَالْكَسَلِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ الْجُبْنِ وَالْبُخْلِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ غَلَبَةِ الدَّيْنِ وَقَهْرِ الرِّجَالِ
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from distress and sorrow, I seek refuge in You from helplessness and laziness, I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from the burden of debt and from being overpowered by 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 ghalabatid-dayni wa qahrir-rijali.
When to Read
This powerful dua is ideal to recite during your Salah, especially during Sujood (prostration) when you are closest to your Lord. You can also recite it anytime you feel the weight of laziness pressing down, or during the times when Duas are more likely to be accepted, such as between the Adhan and Iqamah, or during the last third of the night.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a true desire for Allah's help. Focus on the meaning of each phrase, understanding that you are turning to the One who can truly change your state. Imagine the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ himself seeking refuge in Allah from these very afflictions. When reciting during Salah, ensure it's done thoughtfully, perhaps after the Tashahhud or during Sujood, without disrupting the prayer of others.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ himself, directly addresses the spiritual and practical hindrances to our worship. Laziness in prayer ('kasal') is a spiritual illness that distances us from Allah. By seeking refuge in Allah from it, we acknowledge our weakness and His power to help us. The Prophet ﷺ used to constantly make this dua, showing its immense importance. Overcoming laziness in prayer leads to a more consistent and meaningful connection with Allah, bringing peace and satisfaction to the heart.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Huraira: The Prophet (ﷺ) used to invoke Allah saying, "O Allah! I seek refuge in You from distress and sorrow. I seek refuge in You from helplessness and laziness. I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess. I seek refuge in You from overwhelming debt and from being overpowered by men." (He used to invoke this) on Fridays. Sahih al-Bukhari 5400.