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 anxiety and sorrow, 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 burden of debt and the domination 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-bukhli, wa a'udhu bika min ghalabatid-dayni wa qahrir-rijal.
When to Read
This powerful dua is best recited in the morning, after Fajr prayer, as part of your daily Adhkar (remembrance of Allah). It's a beautiful way to start your day by seeking Allah's protection from a wide range of spiritual and material difficulties that can weigh us down.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, visualizing Allah's protection enveloping you. Utter each phrase clearly, understanding the weight of the words you are speaking. It's beneficial to reflect on each aspect of what you are seeking refuge from, and to truly feel the reliance on Allah as you make the supplication.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to his companion Abu Bakr (may Allah be pleased with him), offers comprehensive protection. By seeking refuge in Allah from anxiety and sorrow, we acknowledge His power to grant peace of mind. Asking protection from helplessness and laziness empowers us to be proactive. Seeking refuge from cowardice and stinginess helps cultivate bravery and generosity. Finally, protection from the burden of debt and the domination of men addresses significant worldly challenges, reminding us that ultimate control and relief are with Allah alone.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Bakra: I heard the Prophet (ﷺ) delivering a sermon on the pulpit and he said, 'The things I fear most for my Ummah are the slip of knowledge, the misguidance of the cunning hypocrites, and the distorted meanings of the Quran. The things I fear most for my Ummah are the slip of knowledge, the misguidance of the cunning hypocrites, and the distorted meanings of the Quran. The things I fear most for my Ummah are the slip of knowledge, the misguidance of the cunning hypocrites, and the distorted meanings of the Quran. (He mentioned this three times). Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min hammi wal-hazani, wa a'udhu bika minal-'ajzi wal-kasali, wa a'udhu bika minal-jubni wal-bukhli, wa a'udhu bika min ghalabatid-dayni wa qahrir-rijal. (O Allah! I seek refuge in You from anxiety and sorrow. I seek refuge in You from helplessness and laziness. I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess. I seek refuge in You from the burden of debt and from being overcome by men). Abu Bakr said, 'O Allah's Messenger! I have been asked to learn some words to say in the morning and in the evening.' The Prophet (ﷺ) said, 'Say: Allahumma! I have wronged myself greatly, and none can forgive sins but You. So, grant me forgiveness and bestow on me mercy, and You are the Most Forgiving, the Most Merciful.' (Saying this twice).