اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْهَمِّ وَالْحَزَنِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْعَجْزِ وَالْكَسَلِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ 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 incapacity and laziness, I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from the burden of debt and the overpowering of 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 dua is a powerful supplication to recite before sleeping. It encapsulates seeking Allah's protection from various burdens that can weigh on a person's mind and ability to function, including the mental and emotional toll of unresolved tasks and responsibilities. By reciting this, you're not just asking for rest, but for the strength and capability to face your duties the next day, free from overwhelming worry or inability to act.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and focus, reflecting on each phrase. It's typically recited after completing the evening prayers (Isha) and before settling down to sleep. Place your right hand on your cheek or side as the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ instructed for seeking refuge in Allah before sleeping.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication covers a wide spectrum of human struggles. Seeking refuge from distress and sorrow helps clear the mind and heart, preparing one for restful sleep. Asking for protection against incapacity and laziness directly addresses the inability to fulfill responsibilities, ensuring you're not left feeling helpless. Protection from cowardice and stinginess helps maintain good character, which often influences how we approach our duties towards others and ourselves. Finally, seeking refuge from the burden of debt and overpowering men addresses external pressures that can prevent one from resting or acting effectively. By covering these points, this dua helps ensure a peaceful night's sleep and renewed energy to tackle life's obligations.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to say: اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْهَمِّ وَالْحَزَنِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْعَجْزِ وَالْكَسَلِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْجُبْنِ وَالْبُخْلِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ غَلَبَةِ الدَّيْنِ وَقَهْرِ الرِّجَالِ. (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.) Translation: O Allah, I seek refuge in You from distress and sorrow, I seek refuge in You from incapacity and laziness, I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from the burden of debt and the overpowering of men. (Sahih al-Bukhari 5894)