اللَّهُمَّ رَبَّ السَّمَاوَاتِ السَّبْعِ وَمَا أَظَلَّتْ، وَرَبَّ الأَرْضِينَ وَمَا أَقَلَّتْ، وَرَبَّ الشَّيَاطِينِ وَمَا أَضَلَّتْ، كُنْ لِي جَارًا مِنْ شَرِّ خَلْقِكَ كُلِّهِمْ جَمِيعًا، أَنْ يَفْرُطَ عَلَيَّ أَحَدٌ مِنْهُمْ أَوْ أَنْ يَطْغَى، عَزَّ جَارُكَ، وَتَبَارَكَ اسْمُكَ، وَلا إِلَهَ غَيْرُكَ، وَلا حَوْلَ وَلا قُوَّةَ إِلا بِاللَّهِ الْعَلِيِّ الْعَظِيمِ.
O Allah, Lord of the seven heavens and all they cover, Lord of the earths and all they carry, Lord of the devils and all they lead astray, be my neighbor [i.e., my protector] from the evil of all Your creation, lest any of them overpower me or transgress against me. Mighty is Your protection, blessed is Your name, and there is no god but You. There is no might nor power except with Allah, the Most High, the Most Great.
Allahumma Rabba as-samawati as-sab'i wa ma azallat, wa Rabba al-ardina wa ma aqallat, wa Rabba ash-shayateeni wa ma adallat, kun li jaran min sharri khalqika kullihim jami'an, an yafruta 'alayya ahadun minhum aw an yatgha, 'azza jaruka, wa tabaraka ismuka, wa la ilaha ghayruk, wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billahil-'Aliyyil-'Adheem.
When to Read
This profound dua is a powerful shield for anyone feeling vulnerable, particularly those separated from their homes, families, and familiar surroundings. Recite it during times of travel, when feeling exposed to potential harm, or whenever the weight of loneliness and isolation presses down. It's a plea for divine protection and companionship when we feel most alone.
How to Read
Recite this supplication with a sincere heart, fully present in its meaning. Imagine Allah's vast creation and His dominion over all things as you call upon Him. Invoke His names and attributes, acknowledging His power and uniqueness. You can raise your hands slightly as you recite, then bring them to your chest after you finish, as was the practice of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Utter it with conviction, trusting in His protection.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua offers immense solace and a sense of security. By calling upon Allah as 'my neighbor' and seeking refuge in Him, we affirm that no matter how far we are from our worldly abodes and loved ones, we are never truly alone. The mention of His lordship over the heavens, earths, and even the devils emphasizes His ultimate power and control over all matters, providing a deep sense of comfort and reassurance against any potential threat or despair.
Source & Authentication
The narration describes Abdullah ibn Abi Awfa (may Allah be pleased with him) saying: The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: Whoever has a complaint of a wound he received, and he applied it (his hand) to it and said: 'Bismillahi, 'Alaihi. Allahumma, a'udhu bika min sharri ma ajidu wa ahdhar' (In the name of Allah, and by Allah. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the evil of what I feel and what I fear) - his illness would be cured. And when Abdullah ibn Abi Awfa complained of a wound he had, he began to stick his finger in it and say: Bismillahi, 'Alaihi. Allahumma, a'udhu bika min sharri ma ajidu wa ahdhar. Then he said: How is it that you ask with these words? He said: It is a Hadith that I have heard from the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ). Then he mentioned the Hadith about seeking refuge in Allah from the evil of what he felt and what he feared, and that he also said: Allahumma Rabba as-samawati as-sab'i wa ma azallat, wa Rabba al-ardina wa ma aqallat, wa Rabba ash-shayateeni wa ma adallat, kun li jaran min sharri khalqika kullihim jami'an, an yafruta 'alayya ahadun minhum aw an yatgha, 'azza jaruka, wa tabaraka ismuka, wa la ilaha ghayruk, wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billahil-'Aliyyil-'Adheem. He said: This is a supplication that I have heard from the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) when he sought refuge [from the evil of] his enemy and he was asked about it, and he said: It is a supplication that Allah taught him.