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 weakness and laziness, I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from the heavy 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-bukhl, wa a'udhu bika min ghalabatid-dayni wa qahrir-rijal.
When to Read
This powerful dua is specifically recommended to be recited in the morning. It's a vital part of the morning supplications (Adhkar as-Sabah) that sets the tone for our day, asking Allah for protection and strength to face our challenges.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention after Fajr prayer, facing the Qiblah if possible, and with a humble heart. Concentrate on the meaning of each phrase, truly asking Allah for His assistance in overcoming these negative traits and situations. It is best to say it with hands raised, as is the practice for supplication.
Virtues & Benefits
By reciting this dua, we actively seek Allah's protection from debilitating states like anxiety, sorrow, weakness, and laziness. Specifically asking for refuge from 'al-kasal' (laziness) directly addresses the struggle many face with procrastination. It's not just a passive wish but an active invocation for divine help to energize our efforts and enable us to be productive and fulfill our responsibilities.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Huraira: The Prophet (peace be upon him) used to say: '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.' (O Allah, I seek refuge in You from anxiety and sorrow, I seek refuge in You from weakness and laziness, I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from the heavy burden of debt and from being overcome by men.) Sahih al-Bukhari 4423.