Dua & Sunnah

Dua When Hearing Scary News or Reports

Fear
Sahih HadithSahih Muslim 1737

اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَجْعَلُكَ فِي نُحُورِهِمْ وَنَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شُرُورِهِمْ

O Allah, we place You before them and we seek refuge in You from their evil.

Allahumma inna naj'aluka fi nuhurihim wa na'udhu bika min shururihim

When to Read

This powerful dua is recited when facing a formidable enemy, or when hearing news that causes fear, worry, or apprehension about potential harm from individuals or groups. It’s about seeking divine protection against any threat that might confront us, whether directly or through distressing reports.

How to Read

Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, directing your plea to Allah alone. It is particularly potent when facing an imminent threat or when a situation escalates, causing fear for yourself, your family, or the wider community. Visualize Allah's protection surrounding you as you utter these words.

Virtues & Benefits

This dua is a direct appeal to Allah for protection when confronted with overwhelming threats. It acknowledges our human limitations and places our ultimate trust in the Almighty. By seeking refuge in Allah, we are essentially placing ourselves under His divine guardianship, trusting that He will shield us from harm and turn back any malicious intent directed our way.

Source & Authentication

Narrated Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him): When the Prophet (peace be upon him) feared a people, he would say: "Allahumma inna naj'aluka fi nuhurihim wa na'udhu bika min shururihim." (O Allah, we place You before them and we seek refuge in You from their evil.)
Sahih HadithSahih Muslim 1737
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