اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ مُنْكَرَاتِ الأَخْلاَقِ، وَالأَعْمَالِ، وَالأَهْوَاءِ.
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the detestable morals, actions, and desires.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min munkaratil akhlaqi, wal a'mali, wal ahwa'i.
When to Read
This dua is comprehensive and can be recited at any time, especially when you feel you are being influenced by negative company or are concerned about the moral compass of those around you. It's a good practice to include it in your daily supplications, particularly after your obligatory prayers, to seek Allah's continuous protection.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a humble heart. Raise your hands slightly as you supplicate, as this is part of the Sunnah when making dua. Focus on the meaning of the words and truly ask Allah to shield you from bad character, wrongdoings, and misguided desires that can be easily picked up from undesirable company. It's also recommended to reflect on your own company and make conscious efforts to surround yourself with righteous individuals.
Virtues & Benefits
Seeking refuge in Allah from detestable morals, actions, and desires is a profound act of self-preservation. Bad companions can easily lead one astray, influencing actions and shaping desires in ways that displease Allah. By reciting this dua, we actively ask for Allah's protection against such negative influences. It helps maintain our spiritual integrity, keeps us on the straight path, and fosters a desire for good character and righteous deeds. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ himself taught this dua, showing its importance in safeguarding our faith and our conduct in this world.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from Abu Bakr As-Siddiq (may Allah be pleased with him) that he said: 'O Messenger of Allah, teach me something to say in the morning and evening.' He said: 'O Allah, Creator of the heavens and the earth, Knower of the unseen and the seen, Lord of all things and their Owner, the One who bears witness that there is no god but You, I seek refuge in You from the evil of myself, and from the evil of Shaitan, and from seeking the evil of the disbelievers, and from seeking evil with anything, or dragging it to a Muslim.' He said: 'Say: O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the detestable morals, actions, and desires.' (Sunan At-Tirmidhi 3597).