حَسْبِيَ اللَّهُ لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا هُوَ ۖ عَلَيْهِ تَوَكَّلْتُ وَهُوَ رَبُّ الْعَرْشِ الْعَظِيمِ
Allah is sufficient for me. There is no god but Him. I have placed my trust in Him, and He is the Lord of the Mighty Throne.
Hasbiyallahu la ilaha illa huwa, 'alayhi tawakkaltu wa huwa rabbul 'arshil 'adheem.
When to Read
Recite this powerful dua when the weight of chronic anxiety feels overwhelming. It's perfect for moments when your mind races with 'what ifs' and you feel a desperate need to anchor yourself in Allah's power. Say it when you wake up, before facing challenging situations, or anytime you feel your own strength faltering and need to remember Who is truly in control.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere conviction, truly believing in its meaning. Focus on each word and let the declaration of Allah's sufficiency wash over you. It's often recommended to recite it seven times in the morning and seven times in the evening, as taught to the Prophet Abu Darda (may Allah be pleased with him) by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Imagine yourself nestled under the protection of the 'Arsh (Throne) of Allah, finding solace in His vastness.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a powerful declaration of Tawakkul (trust in Allah). When the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) taught this to Abu Darda (may Allah be pleased with him), he assured him that whoever says this du'a in the morning, Allah will suffice him against any worry or harm that comes his way for the day. It shifts our focus from our own perceived weaknesses and the magnitude of our worries to the infinite power and sufficiency of Allah. It's a shield against anxieties that try to consume us, reminding us that our ultimate reliance is not on our own strength, but on His.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: 'Whoever says in the morning (and in the evening) 'Hasbiyallahu la ilaha illa huwa, 'alayhi tawakkaltu wa huwa rabbul 'arshil 'adheem' (Allah is sufficient for me. There is no god but Him. I have placed my trust in Him, and He is the Lord of the Mighty Throne), then Allah will suffice him against what worries him, whether he says it in the morning or in the evening.' — Sahih al-Bukhari 6306