اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْهَمِّ وَالْحَزَنِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْعَجْزِ وَالْكَسَلِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْجُبْنِ وَالْبُخْلِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ غَلَبَةِ الدَّيْنِ وَقَهْرِ الرِّجَالِ
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from distress and sorrow, and I seek refuge in You from helplessness and laziness, and I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from being overwhelmed by debt and from being overcome by men.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-hammi wal-hazani, wa a'udhu bika minal-'ajzi wal-kasali, wa a'udhu bika minal-jubni wal-bukhl, wa a'udhu bika min ghalabatid-dayni wa qahrir-rijal.
When to Read
Recite this dua when you feel the weight of loneliness, particularly during times when social connections might feel strained, like the isolating periods of winter. It's a powerful supplication to turn to when feelings of sadness, helplessness, or being overwhelmed creep in due to external circumstances or internal feelings of isolation.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely, with full conviction in Allah's power to alleviate your distress. Turn towards the Qiblah if possible, and raise your hands in supplication. Remember that Allah listens to every plea, especially from a heart seeking His comfort and protection. Repeat it multiple times during your daily prayers or at any moment you feel the need for solace.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua covers seeking refuge from various forms of emotional and psychological distress that can lead to feelings of loneliness and despair. By seeking Allah's protection from worry, sadness, weakness, laziness, fear, and being overpowered, we are asking for a deep inner strength and peace that can counteract the feelings of isolation, regardless of the season.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to supplicate to Allah saying: 'O Allah, I seek refuge in You from distress and sorrow, and I seek refuge in You from helplessness and laziness, and I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from being overwhelmed by debt and from being overcome by men.' (Sahih al-Bukhari 5902). This hadith highlights the Prophet's ﷺ reliance on Allah for protection against a wide spectrum of difficulties that affect a person's well-being and peace of mind.