اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ زَوَالِ نِعْمَتِكَ، وَتَحَوُّلِ عَافِيَتِكَ، وَفُجْأَةِ نِقْمَتِكَ، وَجَمِيعِ سَخَطِكَ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ جَهْدِ الْبَلاءِ، وَدَرَكِ الشَّقَاءِ، وَسُوءِ الْقَضَاءِ، وَشَمَاتَةِ الأَعْدَاءِ.
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the decline of Your blessings, the change of Your protection, the suddenness of Your punishment, and all that You decree of Your displeasure. And I seek refuge in You from the hardships of calamities, the attainment of wretchedness, the evil of destiny, and the rejoicing of enemies.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min zawali ni'matik, wa tahawwuli 'afiyatik, wa fuj'ati niqmatik, wa jami'i sakhatik, wa a'udhu bika min jahdil-bala', wa darakish-shaqa', wa su'il-qada', wa shamatatil-a'da'.
When to Read
This powerful dua is for times of distress, particularly when facing oppressive rulers, societal injustice, or any situation where one feels vulnerable and at the mercy of difficult circumstances. It's a comprehensive plea for protection against hardship, misfortune, and the ill-will of others.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely with full conviction. Focus on the meaning of each phrase, visualizing yourself seeking Allah's direct protection. It is best recited in the morning and evening, as the Prophet ﷺ taught us to seek refuge in Allah from various evils at the start and end of the day. Raise your hands slightly as you make the supplication, a sign of earnest seeking.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses seeking refuge from a wide spectrum of evils, both divinely ordained (like the decline of blessings or His displeasure) and those that arise from worldly circumstances (like the hardship of trials or the rejoicing of enemies). By seeking refuge in Allah from the 'evil of destiny' and 'hardships of calamities,' we acknowledge His ultimate control and place our trust in Him to navigate through trials. It cultivates patience and gratitude, reminding us that even in difficult times, Allah's protection is the ultimate shield.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Abu Hurairah that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) used to say: "O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the decline of Your blessings, the change of Your protection, the suddenness of Your punishment, and all that You decree of Your displeasure. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the hardship of calamity, the attainment of wretchedness, the evil of destiny, and the rejoicing of enemies."