Dua & Sunnah

Seeking Refuge from Hellfire's Torment in Prayer

During Prayer
Sahih HadithSahih al-Bukhari 1377

اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ عَذَابِ جَهَنَّمَ، وَمِنْ عَذَابِ الْقَبْرِ، وَمِنْ فِتْنَةِ الْمَحْيَا وَالْمَمَاتِ، وَمِنْ شَرِّ فِتْنَةِ الْمَسِيحِ الدَّجَّالِ

O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the torment of Hellfire, and from the torment of the grave, 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 'adhabi Jahannama, wa min 'adhab al-qabri, wa min fitnatil mahya wal-mamat, wa min sharri fitnatil Masihid Dajjal.

When to Read

This powerful supplication is recommended to be recited during the Tashahhud (the final sitting) of the prayer, before concluding with the tasleem (saying Salam). It's a crucial moment where our supplications are most likely to be accepted.

How to Read

Recite this dua sincerely with full conviction, contemplating the meanings of each phrase. Focus on seeking Allah's protection with a humble heart while sitting in your prayer.

Virtues & Benefits

This hadith highlights the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ diligent practice of seeking refuge from the most severe forms of torment and trials. By making this dua, we are actively asking Allah SWT to shield us from the fire of Jahannam, the punishment of the grave, and the deceptive tribulations of this world and the Hereafter. It is a comprehensive seeking of protection that encompasses spiritual, physical, and existential dangers.

Source & Authentication

The Messenger of Allah ﷺ used to teach them (the Companions) how to perform the Tashahhud and supplicate during it, saying: 'Say: Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min 'adhabi Jahannama, wa min 'adhabi al-qabri, wa min fitnatil mahya wal-mamat, wa min sharri fitnatil Masihid Dajjal.' (Say: O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the torment of Hellfire, and from the torment of the grave, and from the trials of life and death, and from the evil of the trial of the False Messiah (Dajjal)). [Sahih Muslim 588]
Sahih HadithSahih al-Bukhari 1377
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