اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ زَوَالِ نِعْمَتِكَ، وَتَحَوُّلِ عَافِيَتِكَ، وَفُجَاءَةِ نِقْمَتِكَ، وَجَمِيعِ سَخَطِكَ، 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 the disappearance of Your blessings, and the change of Your protection, and the sudden punishment, and all that displeasures You. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from worry and sorrow, and I seek refuge in You from helplessness and laziness, and I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from the burden of debt and the oppression of men.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min zawali ni'matik, wa tahawwuli 'afiyatik, wa fuja'ati niqmatik, wa jami'i sakhatik. Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-hammi wal-hazan, wa a'udhu bika minal-'ajzi wal-kasal, wa a'udhu bika minal-jubni wal-bukhl, wa a'udhu bika min ghalabatid-dayni wa qahrir-rijal.
When to Read
This is a comprehensive supplication that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us to recite. While it covers many aspects of seeking Allah's protection, its inclusion under 'Evil Eye & Hasad' is due to its general nature of seeking refuge from harm, which can encompass the spiritual harm caused by malicious gossip and backbiting, often fueled by envy. It's recommended to recite this dua regularly, especially in the morning and evening, and whenever you feel vulnerable to such harms or any other affliction.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, raising your hands slightly as is customary when making dua. Focus on the meaning of each phrase, truly seeking Allah's protection. Understand that this dua is a means, and Allah is the ultimate Protector. It's also beneficial to be mindful of our own speech, ensuring we do not partake in gossip or backbiting ourselves.
Virtues & Benefits
This profound dua encapsulates seeking refuge in Allah from a wide spectrum of dangers, both worldly and spiritual. By seeking refuge from 'all that displeases You' and the 'oppression of men', we are implicitly seeking protection from the harm that gossip and backbiting can inflict, as these actions often stem from malice and can lead to significant personal and social distress. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua as a comprehensive shield against various adversities, reminding us to rely solely on Allah for our safety and well-being.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abdullah bin Mas'ud (may Allah be pleased with him): The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to supplicate: 'O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the evil of what I have done, and the evil of what I have not done.' (Sahih Muslim 2716). Another narration from Abdullah bin Mas'ud (may Allah be pleased with him): The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to say: 'O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the misery of the afflicted, and the evil of what I have done, and the evil of what I have not done.' (Sahih Muslim 2716). And in another narration: 'O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the disappearance of Your blessings, and the change of Your protection, and the sudden punishment, and all that displeases You. I seek refuge in You from worry and sorrow, from helplessness and laziness, from cowardice and stinginess, and from the burden of debt and the oppression of men.' (Sahih Muslim 4708)