اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْهَمِّ وَالْحَزَنِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْعَجْزِ وَالْكَسَلِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْجُبْنِ وَالْبُخْلِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ غَلَبَةِ الدَّيْنِ وَقَهْرِ الرِّجَالِ
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from anxiety and sorrow, I seek refuge in You from helplessness and laziness, I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from being overcome by debt and being overpowered by men.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-hammi wal-hazani, wa a'udhu bika minal-'ajzi wal-kasali, wa a'udhu bika minal-jubni wal-bukhli, wa a'udhu bika min ghalabatid-dayni wa qahrir-rijal.
When to Read
This powerful dua is for anyone feeling the weight of unspoken burdens, the quiet despair of situations they cannot control, or the anxiety that gnaws at the heart. Recite it when you feel overwhelmed, when worries seem to mount, or when you find yourself struggling with tasks, lacking motivation, or feeling afraid of facing challenges, especially those related to financial hardship or social pressures.
How to Read
This is a comprehensive supplication taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ himself. Begin by acknowledging Allah's power and your reliance on Him. Raise your hands slightly, as if in earnest pleading. Recite it with sincerity and a firm belief that Allah is the only one who can truly alleviate your distress. It's best to recite it after every obligatory prayer, but it can also be recited at any time you feel these emotions arising.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates seeking refuge from a wide range of afflictions that can weigh heavily on a person's soul and life. It addresses emotional distress (anxiety and sorrow), spiritual/motivational weaknesses (helplessness and laziness), character flaws (cowardice and stinginess), and practical life struggles (debt and being overpowered). By seeking refuge in Allah from these, we acknowledge our limitations and His omnipotence, paving the way for His help and guidance to reach us.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used to say: اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْهَمِّ وَالْحَزَنِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْعَجْزِ وَالْكَسَلِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْجُبْنِ وَالْبُخْلِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ غَلَبَةِ الدَّيْنِ وَقَهْرِ الرِّجَالِ. (Sahih al-Bukhari 6369) This narration is often found in the Book of Invocations (Kitab al-Da'awat) within Sahih al-Bukhari. It highlights the importance of seeking Allah's protection from various forms of hardship, both internal and external.