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-maamat, wa min shar fitnat al-masih ad-dajjal.
When to Read
This powerful supplication is a cornerstone of seeking protection and refuge in Allah. While it's not specifically tied to the sins of the feet, its comprehensive nature makes it ideal to recite during times of reflection and repentance. Make it a habit after your obligatory prayers (Salah) or whenever you feel a need to purify yourself and seek Allah's protection from all forms of trial and punishment, including those stemming from our actions, such as where our feet have taken us.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a heartfelt plea to Allah. It is a prayer for refuge, so imagine yourself being shielded by Allah's mercy from all the mentioned evils. It's best recited with attention and understanding of its profound meaning. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would often recite this specific supplication.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses seeking refuge from four significant evils: the torment of the grave, the torment of the Hellfire, the trials of this life and the hereafter, and the deceptive trial of the Dajjal. By seeking refuge in Allah from these, we acknowledge His absolute power and our utter dependence on Him for protection. It's a comprehensive supplication that safeguards us in this life and the next, encouraging constant remembrance and reliance on our Creator, which is a vital part of true repentance.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abu Huraira (may Allah be pleased with him): Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) used to seek refuge (by saying): 'Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min 'adhab al-qabr, wa min 'adhab jahannam, wa min fitnat al-mahya wal-maamat, wa min shar fitnat al-masih ad-dajjal.' (Sahih al-Bukhari 6306). The context of this hadith is the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ consistent practice of seeking refuge in Allah from various calamities and punishments, both worldly and otherworldly. This implies the importance of such supplications for all believers.