اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ الْهَمِّ وَالْحَزَنِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ الْعَجْزِ وَالْكَسَلِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ 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 helplessness and laziness, I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from the overwhelming 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-rijal.
When to Read
Recite this dua when you feel overwhelmed by a difficult situation, facing a daunting task, or experiencing anxiety about the future. It's particularly beneficial when dealing with pressures that might lead to feelings of helplessness, fear, or the weight of responsibilities.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely, with full conviction in Allah's power to alleviate your worries and grant you strength. Raise your hands if possible, and focus on the meaning of each phrase as you utter it. It can be recited at any time, but is especially potent during moments of intense worry or before embarking on a challenging endeavor.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive supplication seeks Allah's protection from a range of debilitating emotional and practical states. By asking for refuge from distress and sorrow, we seek inner peace. Protection from helplessness and laziness equips us with the motivation and ability to tackle challenges. Seeking refuge from cowardice and stinginess fosters courage and generosity, essential virtues. Finally, asking to be saved from overwhelming debt and the overpowering of men addresses significant life burdens, granting confidence and resilience.
Source & Authentication
Anas (may Allah be pleased with him) reported: The Prophet (peace be upon him) used to say: "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-rijal." (O Allah, I seek refuge in You from distress and sorrow, I seek refuge in You from helplessness and laziness, I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from the overwhelming of debt and the overpowering of men.)