اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ زَوَالِ نِعْمَتِكَ، وَتَحَوُّلِ عَافِيَتِكَ، وَفَجْأَةِ نِقْمَتِكَ، وَجَمِيعِ سَخَطِكَ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ أَنْ أَتَخَبَّطَ إِلَى النَّاسِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ جَهْدِ الْبَأْسِ، وَسُوءِ الْقَضَاءِ، وَشَمَاتَةِ الأَعْدَاءِ، اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ الثَّبَاتَ فِي الأَمْرِ، وَالْعَزِيمَةَ عَلَى الرُّشْدِ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ شُكْرَ نِعْمَتِكَ، وَحُسْنَ عِبَادَتِكَ، وَأَسْأَلُكَ قَلْبًا سَلِيمًا، وَلِسَانًا صَادِقًا، وَأَسْأَلُكَ مِنْ خَيْرِ مَا تَعْلَمُ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا تَعْلَمُ، وَأَسْتَغْفِرُكَ لِمَا تَعْلَمُ، إِنَّكَ أَنْتَ عَلَّامُ الْغُيُوبِ
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the vanishing of Your blessings, the turning of Your protection, the suddenness of Your punishment, and all Your displeasure. And I seek refuge in You from falling into disrepute among people. And I seek refuge in You from the hardships of suffering, the evil of divine decree, and the rejoicing of enemies. O Allah, I ask You for steadfastness in all affairs, and determination to follow the right path. I ask You to enable me to be grateful for Your blessings and to worship You in the best manner. I ask You for a sound heart and a truthful tongue. I ask You for all the good You know, and I seek refuge in You from all the evil You know. I seek Your forgiveness for what You know, indeed, You are the Knower of unseen matters.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min zawali ni'matika, wa tahawwuli 'afiyatika, wa fuj'ati niqmatika, wa jami'i sakhatika, wa a'udhu bika an atakhabbata ilal-nas, wa a'udhu bika min jahdil-ba'si, wa su'il-qada'i, wa shamatatil-a'daa'i. Allahumma inni as'alukal-thabata fil-amri, wal-'azeemata 'alar-rushdi, wa as'aluka shukra ni'matika, wa husna 'ibadatika, wa as'aluka qalban saleeman, wa lisaanan sadiqan, wa as'aluka min khairi ma ta'lamu, wa a'udhu bika min sharri ma ta'lamu, wa astaghfiruka lima ta'lamu, innaka anta 'allamul-ghuyoobi.
When to Read
This is a comprehensive dua that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would often recite, especially in the morning and evening. It's particularly beneficial to turn to this dua when feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges, when experiencing blessings that might lead to complacency, or when sensing any inclination towards pride or arrogance in one's heart. Making it a regular part of your daily supplications helps maintain a constant state of reliance on Allah and humility before Him.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a humble heart. Raise your hands as you would for other supplications, facing the Qiblah if possible. Believe in Allah's power to protect you and grant you what you ask. Reflect on the meaning of each phrase, connecting your heart to Allah's attributes of mercy, power, and knowledge. Repeat it consistently, especially after your obligatory prayers or during the quiet hours of the night.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful dua encompasses seeking refuge from the loss of Allah's favors, the reversal of good health, and His anger. It also protects against falling into societal disgrace and the trials of life. Crucially, it asks for the inner strength to remain steadfast, the resolve to be guided, gratitude for blessings, and the ability to worship Allah perfectly. By asking for a sound heart and truthful tongue, we are seeking protection from hypocrisy and deceit. It's a comprehensive request for all that is good and a plea against all that is evil, reflecting a deep understanding of our dependence on Allah.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abdullah ibn Umar (may Allah be pleased with them both): Abdullah ibn Umar (may Allah be pleased with them both) said: "The Messenger of Allah ﷺ never used to omit these supplications either in the morning or in the evening: 'O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the vanishing of Your blessings, the turning of Your protection, the suddenness of Your punishment, and all Your displeasure. And I seek refuge in You from the decline of Your blessings, the reversal of Your protection, the suddenness of Your vengeance, and all that is Your displeasure. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from ignorance, from debt, and from the defeat of enemies.' Abdullah ibn Umar said: 'I asked him (i.e. the Prophet ﷺ) about these supplications, and he said: 'Umar ibn al-Khattab (may Allah be pleased with him) used to supplicate with them, and the Messenger of Allah ﷺ used to supplicate with them.' Then he added: 'And I seek refuge in You from falling into disrepute among people. And I seek refuge in You from the hardships of suffering, the evil of divine decree, and the rejoicing of enemies. O Allah, I ask You for steadfastness in all affairs, and determination to follow the right path. I ask You to enable me to be grateful for Your blessings and to worship You in the best manner. I ask You for a sound heart and a truthful tongue. I ask You for all the good You know, and I seek refuge in You from all the evil You know. I seek Your forgiveness for what You know, indeed, You are the Knower of unseen matters.'"