اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ عَذَابِ الْقَبْرِ، وَمِنْ عَذَابِ النَّارِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ فِتْنَةِ الْغِنَى، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ فِتْنَةِ الْفَقْرِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ فِتْنَةِ الْقَبْرِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ فِتْنَةِ الْمَسِيحِ الدَّجَّالِ. اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ هَمٍّ وَحَزَنٍ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ عَجْزٍ وَكَسَلٍ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ جُبْنٍ وَبُخْلٍ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ غَلَبَةِ الدَّيْنِ وَقَهْرِ الرِّجَالِ. اللَّهُمَّ آتِ نَفْسِي تَقْوَاهَا، وَزَكِّهَا أَنْتَ خَيْرُ مَنْ زَكَّاهَا، أَنْتَ وَلِيُّهَا وَمَوْلَاهَا، اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ عِلْمٍ لاَ يَنْفَعُ، وَمِنْ قَلْبٍ لاَ يَخْشَعُ، وَمِنْ نَفْسٍ لاَ تَشْبَعُ، وَمِنْ دَعْوَةٍ لاَ يُسْتَجَابُ لَهَا.
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the punishment of the grave, and from the punishment of the Fire; I seek refuge in You from the trial of wealth, and I seek refuge in You from the trial of poverty; I seek refuge in You from the trial of the grave, and I seek refuge in You from the trial of the Dajjal. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from anxiety and sorrow, and I seek refuge in You from helplessness and laziness, and I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from the overwhelming of debt and the subjugation of men. O Allah, grant my soul its piety, and purify it, for You are the Best of those who purify it; You are its Guardian and its Protector. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from knowledge that does not benefit, and from a heart that does not humble itself, and from a soul that is not satisfied, and from a supplication that is not answered.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min 'adhab al-qabr, wa min 'adhab an-nar, wa a'udhu bika min fitnat al-ghina, wa a'udhu bika min fitnat al-faqr, wa a'udhu bika min fitnat al-qabr, wa a'udhu bika min fitnat al-Masiḥ ad-Dajjal. Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min hammi wa ḥazan, wa a'udhu bika min 'ajzi wa kasali, wa a'udhu bika min jubni wa bukhli, wa a'udhu bika min ghalabat ad-dayni wa qahr ar-rijal. Allahumma ati nafsi taqwaha, wa zakkaha anta khairu man zakkaha, anta waliyuha wa mawlaha. Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min 'ilmin la yanfa', wa min qalbin la yakhsha', wa min nafs il la tashba', wa min da'watin la yustajabu laha.
When to Read
This comprehensive dua is particularly recommended to be recited before sleeping. It covers a wide range of seeking refuge in Allah from various trials and afflictions, including those that might manifest in dreams or affect one's state of being.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and full conviction, raising your hands slightly if possible while seated before sleep. Reflect on the meanings of each phrase as you utter it, understanding that you are placing your trust in Allah to protect you from all forms of harm, seen and unseen. Proper focus and presence of mind enhance the efficacy of the dua.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a powerful shield provided by the Sunnah. By seeking refuge in Allah from trials like the grave's punishment, the Fire, poverty, the Dajjal, anxiety, debt, and unanswered supplications, a Muslim actively safeguards themselves from potential miseries in this life and the hereafter. It fosters a sense of reliance on Allah (Tawakkul) and promotes a state of mental and spiritual well-being, which can indirectly lead to more peaceful and untroubled sleep, free from distressing dreams.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) used to teach his Companions to seek refuge in Allah from the torment of the grave, and from the torment of the Fire, and from the trial of the Dajjal, and from the trial of life and the trial of death. He said: 'And you all say: Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min 'adhab al-qabr, wa min 'adhab an-nar, wa min fitnat ad-dajjal, wa min fitnat al-hayat wa fitnat al-mawt.' (O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the torment of the grave, and from the torment of the Fire, and from the trial of the Dajjal, and from the trial of life and the trial of death). And Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) used to say: 'Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min 'adhab al-qabr, wa min 'adhab an-nar, wa a'udhu bika min fitnat al-ghina, wa a'udhu bika min fitnat al-faqr, wa a'udhu bika min fitnat al-qabr, wa a'udhu bika min fitnat al-Masiḥ ad-Dajjal. Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min hammi wa ḥazan, wa a'udhu bika min 'ajzi wa kasali, wa a'udhu bika min jubni wa bukhli, wa a'udhu bika min ghalabat ad-dayni wa qahr ar-rijal. Allahumma ati nafsi taqwaha, wa zakkaha anta khairu man zakkaha, anta waliyuha wa mawlaha. Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min 'ilmin la yanfa', wa min qalbin la yakhsha', wa min nafs il la tashba', wa min da'watin la yustajabu laha.' (O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the punishment of the grave, and from the punishment of the Fire; I seek refuge in You from the trial of wealth, and I seek refuge in You from the trial of poverty; I seek refuge in You from the trial of the grave, and I seek refuge in You from the trial of the Dajjal. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from anxiety and sorrow, and I seek refuge in You from helplessness and laziness, and I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from the overwhelming of debt and the subjugation of men. O Allah, grant my soul its piety, and purify it, for You are the Best of those who purify it; You are its Guardian and its Protector. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from knowledge that does not benefit, and from a heart that does not humble itself, and from a soul that is not satisfied, and from a supplication that is not answered.)