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 in You from going astray or being led astray, from slipping or causing others to slip, from wronging others or being wronged, from acting foolishly or being dealt with foolishly.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika an adilla aw udalla, aw azilla aw uzalla, aw adhlima aw udhlama, aw ajhala aw yujhala 'alayy.
When to Read
This powerful dua is particularly relevant when you are embarking on a journey or taking a step that involves advocating for justice, especially for those who are being oppressed. It's recited when leaving one's home with the intention of confronting injustice, confronting difficult situations, or seeking redress for wrongs. Recite it with sincere intention as you step out of your home.
How to Read
Recite this dua with earnestness and a sincere heart before leaving your home. Understand the meaning of each phrase, seeking Allah's protection from spiritual, moral, and practical pitfalls. It's a comprehensive plea for guidance and protection against causing or experiencing any form of harm, ignorance, or misguidance, especially in the challenging pursuit of justice.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua offers comprehensive protection, seeking refuge in Allah from a multitude of evils. When leaving home for a righteous cause like fighting oppression, this prayer is crucial. It safeguards you from falling into error yourself (adilla, azilla, adhlima, ajhala) and from being misled or harmed by others (udalla, uzalla, udhlama, yujhala 'alayy). It embodies the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ emphasis on seeking Allah's help and protection in all endeavors, ensuring that your pursuit of justice is guided and protected by the Almighty.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to teach his companions to say these words when setting out on a journey or facing a significant undertaking: 'Allahumma inni a'udhu bika an adilla aw udalla, aw azilla aw uzalla, aw adhlima aw udhlama, aw ajhala aw yujhala 'alayy.' (O Allah, I seek refuge in You from going astray or being led astray, from slipping or causing others to slip, from wronging others or being wronged, from acting foolishly or being dealt with foolishly).