اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ زَوَالِ نِعْمَتِكَ، وَتَحَوُّلِ عَافِيَتِكَ، وَفَجْأَةِ نِقْمَتِكَ، وَجَمِيعِ سَخَطِكَ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ فُجَاءَةِ النِّقْمَةِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ جَهْدِ الْبَلَاءِ، وَدَرَكِ الشَّقَاءِ، وَسُوءِ الْقَضَاءِ، وَشَمَاتَةِ الْأَعْدَاءِ، اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ الثَّبَاتَ فِي الْأَمْرِ، وَالْعَزِيمَةَ عَلَى الرُّشْدِ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ شُكْرَ نِعْمَتِكَ، وَحُسْنَ عِبَادَتِكَ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ قَلْبًا سَلِيمًا، وَلِسَانًا صَادِقًا، وَأَسْأَلُكَ مِنْ خَيْرِ مَا تَعْلَمُ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا تَعْلَمُ، وَأَسْتَغْفِرُكَ لِمَا تَعْلَمُ، إِنَّكَ أَنْتَ عَلَّامُ الْغُيُوبِ.
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. And I seek refuge in You from sudden punishment. And I seek refuge in You from the hardships of affliction, and from the depths of misery, and from evil decree, and from the rejoicing of enemies. O Allah, I ask You for steadfastness in all affairs, and resolve in the right course. And I ask You for the means to be thankful for Your blessings, and to worship You in the best manner. And I ask You for a sound heart and a truthful tongue. And I ask You for the good You know, and I seek refuge in You from the evil You know, and I seek Your forgiveness for what You know. Verily, You are the Knower of the unseen.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min zawali ni'matik, wa tahawwuli 'afiyatik, wa fuj'ati niqmatik, wa jami'i sakhatik. Wa a'udhu bika min fuj'ati an-niqmah. Wa a'udhu bika min jahd al-bala', wa darak ash-shaqa', wa su' al-qada', wa shamatat al-a'da'. Allahumma inni as'alukal-thabat fil-amr, wal-'azimah 'ala ar-rushd. Wa as'aluka shukra ni'matik, wa husna 'ibadatik. Wa as'aluka qalban saliman, wa lisanan sadiqan. Wa as'aluka min khayri ma ta'lam, wa a'udhu bika min sharri ma ta'lam, wa astaghfiruka lima ta'lam. Innaka anta 'allamul-ghuyub.
When to Read
This comprehensive dua is meant to be recited regularly, especially in the morning and evening, to seek Allah's protection from all forms of trials and calamities. It's particularly relevant when experiencing anxiety about potential future hardships, including the fear of losing sight. Reciting it after Fajr and before Maghrib prayers is a sunnah practice for seeking general protection.
How to Read
Recite with sincerity and conviction, reflecting on the meaning of each phrase. It is best to raise your hands in supplication as taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Focus on the words and the request for Allah's safeguarding presence in your life. This dua is part of a larger supplication that the Prophet ﷺ used to recite.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful supplication encompasses seeking refuge from the loss of blessings, the decline of well-being, sudden afflictions, and divine displeasure. It specifically asks for protection from severe trials, misfortune, ill fate, and the taunting of enemies. Beyond seeking protection, it also asks for strength to remain firm in faith, resolve to follow the right path, gratitude for Allah's favors, and the ability to worship Him beautifully. The dua concludes with a request for a pure heart, a truthful tongue, and seeks both the good and protection from the evil that Allah knows, acknowledging His absolute knowledge.
Source & Authentication
Aishah (may Allah be pleased with her) reported: The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) used to teach them (i.e., his companions) in the manner he taught them the Qur'an, saying: 'Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min zawali ni'matik, wa tahawwuli 'afiyatik, wa fuj'ati niqmatik, wa jami'i sakhatik. Wa a'udhu bika min fuj'ati an-niqmah. Wa a'udhu bika min jahd al-bala', wa darak ash-shaqa', wa su' al-qada', wa shamatat al-a'da'. Allahumma inni as'alukal-thabat fil-amr, wal-'azimah 'ala ar-rushd. Wa as'aluka shukra ni'matik, wa husna 'ibadatik. Wa as'aluka qalban saliman, wa lisanan sadiqan. Wa as'aluka min khayri ma ta'lam, wa a'udhu bika min sharri ma ta'lam, wa astaghfiruka lima ta'lam. Innaka anta 'allamul-ghuyub.' (Allahumma, I seek refuge in You from the disappearance of Your favors, and the change of Your well-being, and the sudden retribution, and all that You are displeased with. And I seek refuge in You from sudden punishment. And I seek refuge in You from the hardship of tribulation, and from the reaching of misery, and from evil decree, and from the rejoicing of enemies. O Allah, I ask You for firmness in the affair and steadfastness in guidance, and I ask You for the means to thank You for Your blessings and to worship You well. And I ask You for a sound heart and a truthful tongue. And I ask You of the good You know, and I seek refuge in You from the evil You know, and I ask Your forgiveness for that which You know. Verily You are the Knower of the unseen.)