اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ زَوَالِ نِعْمَتِكَ، وَتَحَوُّلِ عَافِيَتِكَ، وَفُجَاءَةِ نِقْمَتِكَ، وَجَمِيعِ سَخَطِكَ
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the passing away of Your favors, and the change of Your protection, and the suddenness of Your vengeance, and all of Your displeasure.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min zawali ni'matik, wa tahawwuli 'afiyatik, wa fuja'ati niqmatik, wa jami'i sakhitik.
When to Read
This dua is best recited in the evening, after Asr prayer or before going to sleep. It's a powerful way to reflect on the day that has passed and re-center our intentions for any acts of worship we plan to do the next day, or even if we simply aim to please Allah with our actions throughout the night.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity, raising your hands as you would for supplication. Reflect on each phrase, truly seeking Allah's protection from these significant trials. The essence is to acknowledge our reliance on Allah for His blessings and wellbeing, and to seek His pleasure.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a comprehensive plea for protection against losing the blessings Allah has bestowed upon us, the reversal of His good health, and His wrath. By seeking refuge in Allah, we acknowledge our weakness and His infinite power. Reciting it in the evening helps us transition into the night with a renewed sense of reliance on Allah, purifying our intentions for any worship or good deeds that might follow, ensuring they are for His sake alone.
Source & Authentication
Umm Salamah (may Allah be pleased with her) reported: The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) would most often say when he finished the evening prayer: 'Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min zawali ni'matik, wa tahawwuli 'afiyatik, wa fuja'ati niqmatik, wa jami'i sakhitik.' (O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the passing away of Your favors, and the change of Your protection, and the suddenness of Your vengeance, and all of Your displeasure.)