اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ زَوَالِ نِعْمَتِكَ، وَتَحَوُّلِ عَافِيَتِكَ، وَفَجْأَةِ نِقْمَتِكَ، وَجَمِيعِ سَخَطِكَ، اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ عَضَلِ الْأَمْرِ، وَسُوءِ الْقَضَاءِ، وَشَمَاتَةِ الْأَعْدَاءِ، وَضَلَعِ الدَّيْنِ.
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the disappearance of Your blessings, and the change of Your protection, and the suddenness of Your punishment, and all of Your anger. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the distress of affairs, and the evil of destiny, and the rejoicing of enemies, and the burden of debt.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min zawali ni'matik, wa tahawwuli 'afiyatik, wa fu'ja'ti niqmatik, wa jami'i sakhatik. Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min 'adalil-amr, wa su'il-qada', wa shamatatil-a'daa', wa dala'id-dayn.
When to Read
This dua is particularly relevant when you feel betrayed, wronged, or when trust has been broken, causing you distress. It's a supplication to seek Allah's protection against the harsh realities and difficulties that can arise from such situations, asking for the strength to endure and maintain one's faith and well-being.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a humble heart. Focus on the meaning of each phrase, truly seeking Allah's refuge. It's best to say it in a state of purity, facing the Qiblah if possible, and with a firm belief in Allah's power to protect and guide you through any trial. Repeat it regularly, especially during times of hardship.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful dua encompasses seeking refuge from many forms of hardship, including the loss of blessings, a decline in well-being, unexpected punishment, and Allah's displeasure. By extension, it helps one face betrayal by asking for protection against the resulting distress ('adal al-amr), the negative consequences of a bad outcome ('su' al-qada'), the taunting of those who wish you ill ('shamatat al-a'daa'), and overwhelming burdens. It fosters patience by reminding us that these worldly trials are often tests, and our ultimate recourse is always to Allah.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) used to seek refuge in Allah with these words: 'Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min zawali ni'matik, wa tahawwuli 'afiyatik, wa fu'ja'ti niqmatik, wa jami'i sakhatik. Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min 'adalil-amr, wa su'il-qada', wa shamatatil-a'daa', wa dala'id-dayn.' (Sahih Muslim 2708)