اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَجْعَلُكَ فِي نُحُورِهِمْ وَنَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شُرُورِهِمْ
O Allah, we place You at their throats (i.e., we rely on You against them) and we seek refuge in You from their evils.
Allahumma inna naj'aluka fi nuhurihim wa na'udhu bika min shururihim
When to Read
This powerful dua is specifically recommended when finding yourself in a situation where you are surrounded by a group of people who are acting unjustly, oppressively, or with harmful intent. It's for times when you feel threatened or vulnerable due to the actions or presence of such a group, and you need to invoke Allah's protection.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely, with firm belief in Allah's power to protect you. It is ideally recited when you first perceive the threat or presence of such a gathering. Focus your heart on Allah as you say it, acknowledging His strength and your reliance on Him. The phrasing 'naj'aluka fi nuhurihim' implies confronting them with Allah's might, while 'na'udhu bika min shururihim' is a direct plea for refuge from their harm.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua provides immense spiritual fortification. It reminds us that no matter how powerful or numerous oppressors may seem, Allah's might is supreme. It instills a sense of security and peace by placing our trust in the Almighty, seeking His direct intervention to ward off harm and injustice. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua as a means of protection from those who intend harm.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught his companions, when they feared a group of people, to say: 'Allahumma inna naj'aluka fi nuhurihim wa na'udhu bika min shururihim.' (O Allah, we place You at their throats and we seek refuge in You from their evils.)