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, and I seek refuge in You from incapacity and laziness, and I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from the burden of 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-bukhli, wa a'udhu bika min ghalabatid-dayni wa qahrir-rijali.
When to Read
This powerful dua is a cornerstone of the morning adhkar (remembrance of Allah). Recite it right after Fajr prayer, before you get caught up in the day's activities. It sets a spiritual shield for your entire day, asking Allah to protect you from the inner turmoil of anxiety and sadness, and also from external challenges like weakness, laziness, fear, and overwhelming burdens.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely, focusing on the meaning of each phrase. Raise your hands slightly as you make the supplication, just as the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would do. It is recommended to repeat it three times to seek Allah's protection more emphatically. The intention is key – you are actively turning to Allah for refuge, acknowledging His power over all matters.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication directly addresses the roots of mental and emotional distress. By seeking refuge in Allah from 'ham' (anxiety) and 'hazan' (sadness), we acknowledge that true peace comes only from Him. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ himself taught this dua, indicating its profound importance for spiritual and emotional well-being. It's not just about avoiding negative feelings, but about cultivating resilience and relying on the Almighty when facing life's inevitable difficulties. The inclusion of seeking refuge from 'ghalabatid-dayni wa qahrir-rijali' (the burden of debt and being overcome by men) shows how comprehensive this protection is, covering financial and social pressures as well.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to teach his companions to say these words as a supplication in the morning and evening. Narrated by Anas bin Malik (may Allah be pleased with him), he said: ‘The Prophet ﷺ used to say: “O Allah, I seek refuge in You from worry and grief, from helplessness and laziness, from cowardice and miserliness, and from the overpowering of debt and the subjugation of men.”’