اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ عَذَابِ الْقَبْرِ، وَمِنْ عَذَابِ جَهَنَّمَ، وَمِنْ فِتْنَةِ الْمَحْيَا وَالْمَمَاتِ، وَمِنْ شَرِّ فِتْنَةِ الْمَسِيحِ الدَّجَّالِ
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the punishment of the grave, and from the punishment of Hellfire, and from the trials of life and death, and from the evil of the trial of the False Messiah (Dajjal).
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min 'adhab al-qabr, wa min 'adhab jahannam, wa min fitnat al-mahya wal-mafat, wa min sharr fitnat al-masih ad-dajjal.
When to Read
This is a comprehensive dua that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would often recite in his prayers (salah). It's particularly beneficial to recite this after the Tashahhud, just before the tasleem (final salutations) of the prayer. It's a moment when our supplications are highly esteemed. Making it a regular part of your prayer routine ensures you are consistently seeking Allah's protection from these profound trials.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and conviction, truly feeling the need for Allah's protection. Utter the words clearly, focusing on each phrase and its meaning. As with all duas, raising your hands slightly can be done, though it's not a strict requirement in this specific instance after Tashahhud. The most important aspect is the heartfelt supplication and reliance on Allah (tawakkul).
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful dua encapsulates seeking refuge from four significant dangers: the torment of the grave, the torment of the Hellfire, the trials and tribulations of this life and the life hereafter, and the immense trial of the Dajjal. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this to his companions, showing its critical importance for every Muslim. By reciting it, we are actively engaging in seeking Allah's safeguarding against unseen but very real adversities that lie beyond this world.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him): Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) used to teach them his Salat (prayer) in these words: 'O Allah, forgive me for what has passed of my sin and what will come, what I have concealed and what I have done openly, what I have exceeded in, and what You know better than I. O Allah, forgive me for my evil from what I have done, and for the evil of what I have not done, and for my secrets and for my apparent sins, and for my transgressions, and for all of that is worse than that. O Allah, I ask You for the guidance, piety, chastity, and self-sufficiency.' He would say: 'O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the punishment of the grave, and from the punishment of Hellfire, and from the trial of life and death, and from the evil of the trial of the False Messiah (Dajjal).' Sahih al-Bukhari 1377