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, I seek refuge in You from incapacity and laziness, I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from the burden of debt and the overpowering 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-rijali.
When to Read
Recite this dua first thing in the morning, ideally after Fajr prayer or as you begin your daily routine. It's particularly beneficial when you anticipate or encounter unexpected delays that can disrupt your plans, leading to frustration. This prayer helps set a positive, patient tone for the day, no matter what challenges arise.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a focused heart, truly seeking Allah's protection. Raise your hands as you would in supplication. Understand that you are seeking refuge from states of being (distress, laziness, etc.) that can lead to impatience and other negative emotions when things don't go as planned.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful dua, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, offers comprehensive protection from inner turmoil and external pressures that can manifest as impatience. By seeking refuge from distress (hamm) and sorrow (hazan), you are asking Allah to ease your worries about what has happened or what might happen. Seeking refuge from incapacity ('ajz) and laziness (kasal) helps you maintain the energy and will to face tasks, even when delayed. Protection from cowardice (jubn) and stinginess (buhl) strengthens your resolve and generosity. Finally, seeking refuge from the burden of debt and the overpowering of men is a plea for relief from significant worldly burdens that can cause immense stress and impatience. Reciting this ensures your heart is grounded in Allah's protection from the outset of your day, fostering patience.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used to teach his companions this supplication, saying: '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.' (O Allah, I seek refuge in You from distress and sorrow, I seek refuge in You from incapacity and laziness, I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from the burden of debt and the overpowering of men.)