اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَجْعَلُكَ فِي نُحُورِهِمْ وَنَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شُرُورِهِمْ
O Allah, we make You their shield and we seek refuge in You from their evil.
Allahumma inna naj'aluka fi nuhurihim wa na'udhu bika min shururihim
When to Read
This powerful dua is best recited during the evening, especially if you feel a sense of unease or fear regarding potential enemies or adversaries. It's a way to shield yourself spiritually as you prepare for rest, asking Allah to be your ultimate protector against any harm that might arise during the night.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity, imagining Allah's protection encompassing you. Raise your hands slightly, as if presenting your plea directly to Him. Understand that 'nuhurihim' refers to confronting them, signifying that Allah faces them on your behalf, neutralizing their threat. Believe in His power to ward off any evil intentions or actions directed towards you.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication offers immense psychological comfort and spiritual fortification. By invoking Allah's name and seeking His protection, one is entrusting their safety to the Most Powerful. It reminds us that true security comes only from Him, and He is capable of shielding us from all harm, seen and unseen. Reciting this can alleviate fear and anxiety, promoting a peaceful night's sleep under Allah's watchful care. The hadith describes how the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used this dua when facing a difficult situation with enemies, demonstrating its effectiveness and practical application.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abu Musa (may Allah be pleased with him): When the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ feared a people, he would supplicate: 'Allahumma inna naj'aluka fi nuhurihim wa na'udhu bika min shururihim' (O Allah, we make You their shield and we seek refuge in You from their evil.) — Sunan Abi Dawud 1537. This hadith is classified as Hasan by scholars like Al-Albani.