اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْهَمِّ وَالْحَزَنِ، وَالْعَجْزِ وَالْكَسَلِ، وَالْجُبْنِ وَالْبُخْلِ، وَضَلَعِ الدَّيْنِ وَغَلَبَةِ الرِّجَالِ.
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from grief and distress, from helplessness and laziness, from cowardice and stinginess, from the burden of debt and the subjugation of men.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-hammi wal-hazani, wal-'ajzi wal-kasali, wal-jubni wal-bukhli, wa dala'id-dayni wa ghalabatir-rijal.
When to Read
This powerful dua can be recited at any time, but it is particularly beneficial when you feel overwhelmed by anxiety, fear, or a sense of helplessness. Make it a regular part of your morning and evening remembrance (adhkar) to seek Allah’s protection against these afflictions.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely, with conviction in your heart that Allah is the only one who can remove these fears. Raise your hands as you normally would for dua, and after reciting, you can gently blow onto your hands and wipe them over your body. Reflect on the meaning of each phrase as you say it, focusing on seeking Allah’s refuge.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ himself, is comprehensive. It encompasses seeking refuge not just from external worries but also from internal struggles that can manifest as phobias and irrational fears. By seeking refuge from grief, distress, helplessness, and laziness, we address the root causes of many anxieties. Fear of people (ghalabatir-rijal) can also be a significant source of irrational fear, and this dua directly addresses it. The Prophet ﷺ himself used to frequently make this dua, highlighting its importance.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Huraira: The Prophet (ﷺ) used to invoke this invocation: "O Allah, I seek refuge in You from grief and distress, from helplessness and laziness, from cowardice and stinginess, from the burden of debt and the subjugation of men." Sahih al-Bukhari 6369