اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَجْعَلُكَ فِي نُحُورِهِمْ وَنَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شُرُورِهِمْ
O Allah, we ask You to make them [our enemies] face us, and we seek refuge in You from their evil.
Allahumma inna naj'aluka fi nuhurihim wa na'udhu bika min shururihim
When to Read
This powerful supplication is specifically recommended by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ when facing an enemy or an oppressive force. It's for moments when you feel directly threatened or confronted by those who wish you harm. Recite it with firm conviction when you're in such a situation, whether it's a personal confrontation, a difficult negotiation, or facing a group that has wronged you.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a heart full of reliance on Allah. Visualize Allah's protection surrounding you as you utter the words. It's best recited when you are facing the source of your oppression or fear, as the phrasing 'in nuhurihim' (in their faces/necks) implies direct confrontation. Take a moment to breathe, focus your intention on seeking Allah's help, and then speak the words with full trust in His power.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a direct teaching from the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ for seeking Allah's ultimate protection against oppressors. By reciting it, you are actively engaging in the Sunnah of the Prophet, acknowledging that no power exists except Allah's, and seeking His intervention to thwart the plans of those who seek to harm you. It instills courage and reduces fear by transferring the burden of protection to the Almighty. The Prophet ﷺ taught this to his companions when they faced overwhelming odds, demonstrating its efficacy in times of extreme duress.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Hurayrah: When the Prophet ﷺ feared a certain people, he would say: "Allahumma inna naj'aluka fi nuhurihim wa na'udhu bika min shururihim." (O Allah, we ask You to make them face us, and we seek refuge in You from their evil.)