اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ أَنْ أَضِلَّ أَوْ أُضَلَّ أَوْ أَزِلَّ أَوْ أُزَلَّ أَوْ أَظْلِمَ أَوْ أُظْلَمَ أَوْ أَجْهَلَ أَوْ يُجْهَلَ عَلَيَّ
O Allah, I seek refuge with You from going astray or being led astray, from slipping or being made to slip, from oppressing or being oppressed, and from acting ignorantly or being treated ignorantly.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika an adilla aw udalla, aw azilla aw uzalla, aw azlima aw uzlama, aw ajhala aw yujhala 'alayya.
When to Read
Recite this dua as you step out of your home. It's particularly meaningful when you're leaving with a mind burdened by unresolved worries, whether they stem from personal dilemmas, difficult relationships, or challenging tasks ahead. This dua is your shield, reminding you that Allah's protection encompasses every aspect of your day.
How to Read
Pronounce these words with a heart full of trust and conscious awareness. Reflect on each phrase, internalizing the comprehensive protection you are seeking from Allah. Let your worries dissipate as you affirm your reliance on Him, understanding that He will guard you against making errors, being led astray, causing injustice, or suffering from it.
Virtues & Benefits
This profound supplication offers extensive protection, bringing immense inner peace, especially when anxieties are high. By seeking refuge in Allah from going astray (in judgment or action), being led astray, making mistakes, or experiencing injustice or ignorance, you are essentially asking for protection from a wide spectrum of harm, both self-inflicted and external. This reliance on Allah's boundless power and wisdom frees you from the grip of worry, allowing you to face the day with tranquility, knowing that your Lord is your ultimate Guardian and Guide.
Source & Authentication
Umm Salamah (may Allah be pleased with her) reported: The Messenger of Allah ﷺ never left her house except that he raised his sight to the heaven and said: "O Allah, I seek refuge with You from going astray or being led astray, from slipping or being made to slip, from oppressing or being oppressed, and from acting ignorantly or being treated ignorantly." (Sunan Abi Dawud 5094, graded Sahih by Al-Albani)