Dua & Sunnah

Dua for Protection from the Harm of a Mean-Spirited Person

Protection
Sahih HadithSunan Abi Dawud 1537

اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَجْعَلُكَ فِي نُحُورِهِمْ وَنَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شُرُورِهِمْ

O Allah, we ask You to make them [our enemies] face us, and we seek refuge in You from their evil.

Allahumma inna naj'aluka fi nuhurihim wa na'udhu bika min shururihim

When to Read

Recite this dua when you find yourself facing someone who is ill-intentioned, oppressive, or intentionally causing harm through their words or actions. It's particularly useful when direct confrontation is unavoidable, or when you feel their negativity encroaching on your peace.

How to Read

Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, focusing on the meaning. Imagine invoking Allah's protection as you say the words. It is ideally recited once, directly addressing the situation or the person's presence. Maintaining a state of purity (wudu) is recommended, though not strictly required if the situation is urgent.

Virtues & Benefits

This powerful dua, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, is a direct appeal to Allah for protection and assistance against those who wish us harm. It signifies a complete reliance on Allah (tawakkul) by seeking His intervention to counter the ill intentions and evil actions of others. It’s a way to empower ourselves spiritually when facing difficult personalities, turning to the Ultimate Protector.

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 ask You to make them face us, and we seek refuge in You from their evil.)
Sahih HadithSunan Abi Dawud 1537
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