اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ الظُّلْمِ وَأَنْ أُظْلَمَ وَأَنْ أَغْلِبَ وَأَنْ أُغْلَبَ وَأَنْ أَفْتَرِقَ وَأَنْ أُفْتَرَقَ وَأَنْ أَبْغِيَ وَأَنْ يُبْغَى عَلَيَّ وَأَنْ أَفْتَرِقَ وَأَنْ أُسْلَبَ مَالِي
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from oppression and from being oppressed, from overcoming and being overcome, from deviating and being deviated from, from transgressing and being transgressed against, from being separated and from my wealth being seized.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min az-zulmi wa an uzlama wa an aghliba wa an ughlaba wa an aftariqa wa an tuftaraqa wa an abghiya wa an yubgha 'alayya wa an aftariqa wa an usliba mali
When to Read
This comprehensive dua is beneficial to recite during times of worry about injustice, financial insecurity, or when anticipating dealings that might lead to hardship or loss. It's a powerful supplication to invoke protection from Allah (Exalted is He) before facing potential oppression or when feeling vulnerable to the unlawful actions of others, especially concerning one's livelihood and wealth.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, focusing on Allah (Exalted is He) as the ultimate protector. It's best recited after your obligatory prayers, or at any time you feel the need for Allah's safeguarding. Raise your hands as you would in supplication, and visualize Allah's protection enveloping you and your possessions. Reflecting on the meaning of each phrase will enhance the connection and sincerity of your prayer.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses seeking refuge from various forms of injustice and loss. By asking Allah (Exalted is He) to protect you from oppression, both being subjected to it and perpetuating it, you align yourself with righteousness. The plea for protection against being overcome or overcoming others in a detrimental way speaks to seeking balance and fairness. Most crucially, the specific mention of 'an usliba mali' (from my wealth being seized) highlights the Islamic emphasis on safeguarding lawful earnings and provision, ensuring that our sustenance is protected from unjust claims or confiscation.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abdullah ibn Mas'ud (may Allah be pleased with him): The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) used to supplicate: 'Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min az-zulmi wa an uzlama wa an aghliba wa an ughlaba wa an aftariqa wa an tuftaraqa wa an abghiya wa an yubgha 'alayya wa an aftariqa wa an usliba mali.' (O Allah, I seek refuge in You from oppression and from being oppressed, from overcoming and being overcome, from deviating and being deviated from, from transgressing and being transgressed against, from being separated and from my wealth being seized).