اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ زَوَالِ نِعْمَتِكَ، وَتَحَوُّلِ عَافِيَتِكَ، وَفُجَاءَةِ نِقْمَتِكَ، وَجَمِيعِ سَخَطِكَ
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the discontinuation of Your favors, the reversal of Your well-being, the suddenness of Your retribution, and all of Your displeasure.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min zawali ni'matik, wa tahawwuli 'afiyatik, wa fuja'ati niqmatik, wa jami'i sukhdik.
When to Read
This powerful dua is especially relevant on Friday, a day blessed for supplication. Recite it in the morning after Fajr prayer, and also during the blessed hour of Friday (the hour of response before Maghrib). Make it a consistent part of your remembrance, particularly when you feel vulnerable or when interacting with others, to ward off envy and the evil eye.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a firm belief in Allah's protection. Raise your hands slightly, as if making a sincere request. Focus on the meaning of the words, understanding that you are placing your trust entirely in Allah. Repeat it three times for added emphasis, as is the practice of the Prophet ﷺ.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication is a shield against the negative consequences of envy and the evil eye. By seeking refuge in Allah from the loss of blessings, the decline of health, swift punishment, and His anger, you are proactively safeguarding yourself. It reminds us that true protection comes only from Allah, and that even apparent good fortune can be disrupted by envy if we are not vigilant in seeking Allah's shelter. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua, highlighting its importance for maintaining one's well-being and blessings.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abdullah ibn Umar (may Allah be pleased with them both): The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) used to supplicate: اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ زَوَالِ نِعْمَتِكَ، وَتَحَوُّلِ عَافِيَتِكَ، وَفُجَاءَةِ نِقْمَتِكَ، وَجَمِيعِ سَخَطِكَ (O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the discontinuation of Your favors, the reversal of Your well-being, the suddenness of Your retribution, and all of Your displeasure.) — Sahih Muslim 2708