Dua & Sunnah

Dua for Strength When Discouraged by Others' Actions

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Sahih HadithSunan Abi Dawud 1537

اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَجْعَلُكَ فِي نُحُورِهِمْ وَنَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شُرُورِهِمْ

O Allah, we place You before them and we seek refuge in You from their evil.

Allahumma inna naj'aluka fi nuhurihim wa na'udhu bika min shururihim

When to Read

Recite this dua when you feel overwhelmed or discouraged by the negative actions, words, or intentions of others. It's particularly helpful when you feel pressured, threatened, or saddened by their behavior and need divine protection and strength to remain steadfast.

How to Read

Recite this dua with sincere belief and conviction, visualizing Allah's protection surrounding you. Raise your hands slightly in supplication if possible, and focus on the meaning of the words, entrusting your affairs to Allah.

Virtues & Benefits

This powerful dua, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to his companions, offers direct divine protection against the harm and ill intentions of others. It strengthens your reliance on Allah (tawakkul) and provides a sense of inner peace and resilience when facing adversity caused by people.

Source & Authentication

Narrated Abu Musa: When the Prophet ﷺ feared a group of people, he would say: اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَجْعَلُكَ فِي نُحُورِهِمْ وَنَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شُرُورِهِمْ (Allahumma inna naj'aluka fi nuhurihim wa na'udhu bika min shururihim - O Allah, we place You before them and we seek refuge in You from their evil).
Sahih HadithSunan Abi Dawud 1537
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