اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ زَوَالِ نِعْمَتِكَ، وَتَحَوُّلِ عَافِيَتِكَ، وَفُجَاءَةِ نِقْمَتِكَ، وَجَمِيعِ سَخَطِكَ
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the perishing of Your blessings, the turning of Your well-being, the suddenness of Your vengeance, and all of 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 powerful supplication is comprehensive for seeking protection against many evils, including the fear of unjust imprisonment. Recite it in the morning and evening, as the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to do. It's especially relevant when you feel a sense of dread or worry about potential harm, injustice, or the loss of one's freedom and well-being.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a firm belief in Allah's power to protect. It is recommended to raise your hands slightly while making this supplication, as was the practice of the Prophet ﷺ in seeking refuge. Utter the words clearly and contemplate their meaning, acknowledging that all protection comes solely from Allah.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses seeking refuge from various forms of divine punishment and displeasure. While not explicitly mentioning 'imprisonment,' the 'turning of Your well-being' (tahawwuli 'afiyatik) and 'all of Your displeasure' (jami'i sakhatik) broadly cover calamities and hardships that could lead to such a dire situation. By seeking refuge from these, we are essentially asking Allah to shield us from the causes and the state of unjust suffering and restriction.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) that he said: 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 perishing of Your blessings, the turning of Your well-being, the suddenness of Your vengeance, and all of Your displeasure.)