اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَجْعَلُكَ فِي نُحُورِهِمْ وَنَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شُرُورِهِمْ
O Allah, we place You before them, and we seek refuge in You from their evils.
Allahumma inna naj'aluka fi nuhurihim, wa na'udhu bika min shururihim.
When to Read
This powerful dua is particularly relevant when facing unjust rulers, oppressive governments, or any authority that poses a threat to your well-being, faith, or safety. It's a supplication to be made when you feel vulnerable or exposed to their potential harm or ill intentions.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely and with full conviction in Allah's power. Raise your hands in supplication, facing the Qiblah if possible, and implore Allah with humility. Believe that He is the ultimate protector and that no authority can harm you without His permission.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a direct plea to Allah for protection against the machinations and ill-will of those in power. It acknowledges that ultimate power and control rest only with Allah, and by invoking Him, we seek His intervention to shield us from any harm they might intend. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua to his companions when they expressed fear of their rulers, demonstrating its efficacy in seeking divine safeguarding.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Musa Al-Ash'ari: When the Prophet ﷺ feared a group of people, he would say: "Allahumma inna naj'aluka fi nuhurihim, wa na'udhu bika min shururihim." (O Allah, we place You before them, and we seek refuge in You from their evils.)