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 blessings, and from the change of Your protection, and from the sudden punishment, and from all Your displeasure.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min zawali ni'matik, wa tahawwuli 'afiyatik, wa fuja'ati niqmatik, wa jami'i sakhatik
When to Read
This is a comprehensive dua that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us to recite. It's especially relevant when we feel any sense of anxiety about losing any blessing, including our hearing, which is a precious gift from Allah. Reciting it in the morning and evening, as is the practice for many of the Prophet's duas, would be a beautiful way to seek continuous protection. You can also turn to this dua whenever you feel a specific worry about losing this sense.
How to Read
This dua should be recited with sincerity and full conviction, acknowledging that ultimate protection and control of all blessings rests with Allah alone. Raise your hands slightly as you make the dua, and then wipe them over your face once you finish, as was the practice of the Prophet ﷺ in some instances. Understand the meaning of each phrase you utter, connecting your heart to Allah's power and mercy.
Virtues & Benefits
By reciting this dua, you are actively seeking Allah's refuge from the loss of any favor He has bestowed upon you. Hearing is a vital sense, and its loss can be profoundly distressing. This dua encompasses seeking protection from more than just hearing loss; it's a plea against the reversal of any good fortune and against falling into Allah's anger. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, who was the most guided, taught this, showing its immense importance in safeguarding oneself from calamities and divine displeasure.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Messenger of Allah ﷺ used to say: 'Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min zawali ni'matik, wa tahawwuli 'afiyatik, wa fuja'ati niqmatik, wa jami'i sakhatik.' (O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the passing away of Your blessings, and from the change of Your protection, and from the sudden punishment, and from all Your displeasure.) — Sahih Muslim 2739