اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ عَذَابِ الْقَبْرِ، وَمِنْ عَذَابِ النَّارِ، وَمِنْ فِتْنَةِ الْحَيَاةِ وَالْمَمَاتِ، وَمِنْ شَرِّ فِتْنَةِ الْمَسِيحِ الدَّجَّالِ
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the punishment of the grave, and from the punishment of the Fire, and from the trials of life and death, and from the evil of the trial of the Dajjal.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min 'adhabil-qabri, wa min 'adhabin-nari, wa min fitnatil-hayati wal-mamati, wa min sharri fitnatil-masihid-dajjal
When to Read
This supplication is a vital part of the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ prayers, particularly recommended to be recited after the Tashahhud (final sitting) in the prayer, before the Salam. It's a constant plea for protection, and reciting it on Friday, a blessed day, carries extra significance as we seek Allah's mercy and protection throughout the week and beyond.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and heartfelt conviction. It is best recited in Arabic as taught by the Prophet ﷺ. Focus on the meaning of each phrase as you utter it, contemplating the gravity of the grave's torment and the ultimate accountability we will face. The Prophet ﷺ would often pause after reciting it, as if giving special emphasis.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses seeking refuge from four grave dangers: the punishment of the grave, the punishment of the Hellfire, the afflictions of this life and the hereafter, and the specific tribulation of the Antichrist (Dajjal). By making this supplication, we align ourselves with the Prophet's ﷺ own practice, seeking comprehensive divine protection against the unseen trials that await us. It highlights the importance of the grave as a waiting place for the Day of Judgment and reminds us to prepare for our final destination.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him): The Prophet ﷺ used to invoke Allah for protection in prayer saying: 'Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min 'adhab al-Qabr, wa a'udhu bika min 'adhab an-Nar, wa a'udhu bika min fitnat ad-dajjal, wa a'udhu bika min fitnat al-maht (i.e., the trials of life and death).' (Sahih al-Bukhari 1377, Sahih Muslim 589)