اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَجْعَلُكَ فِي نُحُورِهِمْ وَنَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شُرُورِهِمْ
O Allah, we place You at their throats [i.e., we depend on You against them] and we seek refuge in You from their evils.
Allahumma inna naj'aluka fi nuhurihim wa na'udhu bika min shururihim
When to Read
Recite this dua when commencing significant community development projects, especially when facing opposition, uncertainty, or potential harm. It is suitable before meetings with stakeholders who may be uncooperative, before signing agreements, or at any point where the success and safety of the project feel vulnerable. Its essence is about invoking Allah's protection and sufficiency when dealing with challenging human interactions or potential negative outcomes.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere reliance on Allah (Tawakkul). Visualize Allah's power surrounding the project and its people, repelling any negativity or ill intent. It is best recited after Fajr prayer, or at the very beginning of a planning session or critical juncture in the project. Ensure you understand the meaning and let it permeate your heart, knowing that ultimate control rests with Allah.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a powerful expression of Tawakkul, entrusting one's affairs to Allah, the Most Capable. It brings immense peace of mind, knowing that Allah is your ultimate protector and disposer of affairs. When recited with conviction, it can deter adversaries, neutralize their harmful intentions, and pave the way for the project's smooth progression under Allah's guidance and protection. It reminds us that human effort must be coupled with divine reliance for true success.
Source & Authentication
Ibn 'Abbas (may Allah be pleased with them) narrated that the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: 'Allah is sufficient for him who trusts in Him. Allah is enough for the believer. Allah is sufficient for him who trusts in Him. Allah is enough for the believer. Allah is sufficient for him who trusts in Him. Allah is enough for the believer.' He also narrated that when the Prophet (peace be upon him) was afraid of a people, he would say: 'Allahumma inna naj'aluka fi nuhurihim wa na'udhu bika min shururihim' (O Allah, we place You at their throats and we seek refuge in You from their evils).