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 worry and grief, I seek refuge in You from incapacity and laziness, I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from the overwhelming of debt and the subjugation of 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 dua is incredibly powerful when you feel the weight of sadness or loneliness creeping in, especially while traveling away from your usual support system. It's perfect for those moments when you're on a long journey, feeling isolated in a new place, or simply experiencing a dip in your spirits. Recite it whenever these feelings surface, making it a conscious act of turning to Allah for solace.
How to Read
Make this dua with sincerity and conviction. Raise your hands slightly, facing the Qiblah if possible, and speak directly to Allah. Believe that He hears you and has the power to relieve your distress. It's best to recite it upon waking, or at any time you feel the onset of sadness or loneliness. You can repeat it multiple times, letting the words sink into your heart.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua addresses several key areas of spiritual and emotional well-being. By seeking refuge in Allah from worry, grief, incapacity, laziness, cowardice, and stinginess, we are essentially asking for protection against the internal struggles that can amplify feelings of sadness and loneliness. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua to his companions, highlighting its importance in seeking Allah's help against common human afflictions. When traveling, these feelings can be particularly intense due to unfamiliar surroundings and separation from loved ones. This dua reminds us that even in solitude, we are never truly alone when we have Allah.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Anas: The Prophet (ﷺ) used to say, "O Allah, I seek refuge in You from worry and grief, I seek refuge in You from incapacity and laziness, I seek refuge in You from cowardice and miserliness, and I seek refuge in You from the dominion of debt and the overpowering of men."