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 worry and grief. I seek refuge in You from helplessness and laziness. I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess. And I seek refuge in You from the overwhelming of debt and the subjugation of 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
This dua is profoundly relevant when feelings of loneliness begin to weigh you down, especially as age advances and physical limitations make connection more challenging. Recite it when you feel overwhelmed by these circumstances, seeking Allah's strength to overcome the emotional burden and to find inner peace and resilience. It’s perfect for the quiet moments when these thoughts surface, or as a regular part of your morning or evening remembrance (dhikr) to fortify your spirit.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a humble heart, turning to Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta'ala) with full reliance. Raise your hands if you are able and focus on the meaning of each phrase, internalizing your plea. Make it a habit, repeating it regularly. Imagine Allah's mercy enveloping you as you seek His refuge from these debilitating states.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive supplication, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ himself, offers immense benefits. It directly addresses key emotional and spiritual burdens that can exacerbate loneliness: worry (hamm) and grief (hazan), helplessness ('ajz) and laziness (kasal). By seeking refuge in Allah from these, you are proactively fortifying yourself against the despair that can accompany isolation. It also seeks protection from cowardice (jubn) and stinginess (bukhl), inner states that can hinder our ability to reach out or maintain connections. Crucially, it asks for protection from debt and the overpowering of men, which can lead to immense stress and loss of dignity, further isolating individuals. In essence, this dua helps build inner strength, resilience, and a reliance on Allah that can help navigate the challenges of isolation.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Anas: The Prophet (ﷺ) used to say, "O Allah, I seek refuge in You from worry and grief, I seek refuge in You from incapacity and laziness, I seek refuge in You from cowardice and miserliness, and I seek refuge in You from the oppression of men."