اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ زَوَالِ نِعْمَتِكَ، وَتَحَوُّلِ عَافِيَتِكَ، وَفُجَاءَةِ نِقْمَتِكَ، وَجَمِيعِ سَخَطِكَ، اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ عِلْمٍ لَا يَنْفَعُ، وَمِنْ قَلْبٍ لَا يَخْشَعُ، وَمِنْ نَفْسٍ لَا تَشْبَعُ، وَمِنْ دُعَاءٍ لَا يُسْمَعُ.
O Allah, we seek refuge in You from the disappearance of Your blessings, and the change of Your protection, and the suddenness of Your punishment, and all that displeases You. O Allah, we seek refuge in You from knowledge that does not benefit, and from a heart that does not humble itself, and from a soul that is never satisfied, and from a supplication that is not answered.
Allahumma inna na'udhu bika min zawali ni'matik, wa tahawwuli 'afiyatik, wa fuji'ati niqmatik, wa jami'i sakhatik. Allahumma inna na'udhu bika min 'ilmin la yanfa', wa min qalbin la yakhsha', wa min nafsil la tashba', wa min du'a'in la yusma'.
When to Read
This is a powerful comprehensive dua the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us to recite regularly, especially in times of uncertainty and when facing external pressures that might weaken our connection to our faith. Given the pervasive influence of globalization and diverse cultural interactions, reciting this dua in the morning and evening prayers, or at any point during the day when you feel a need to strengthen your spiritual core, is highly beneficial.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a clear intention. Raise your hands as the Prophet ﷺ would do for supplications. Focus on the meaning of each phrase, reflecting on how these points of seeking refuge apply to preserving your Islamic identity in a world that constantly bombards us with different ideas and lifestyles. Be consistent, as the Prophet's ﷺ teachings emphasize making dua a regular practice.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a shield against spiritual and worldly decline. By seeking refuge in Allah from the loss of blessings and well-being, we are actively protecting the 'ni'mah' (blessing) of Islam itself, which is the greatest blessing. Seeking refuge from knowledge that doesn't benefit helps us filter information and focus on beneficial Islamic knowledge. A heart that doesn't humble itself can become hard and distant from Allah, which is a threat to our faith. A soul that is never satisfied can lead to greed and dissatisfaction, pulling us away from contentment in Allah's decree. And a supplication not heard can indicate a disconnect, so we ask Allah to ensure our pleas are heard. Collectively, these points guard our Islamic identity.
Source & Authentication
‘Abdullah ibn Mas'ud (may Allah be pleased with him) said: The Prophet, peace be upon him, used to supplicate: 'Allahumma inna nas'aluka almuqasidati fil ghina wal faqri, wa na'udhu bika min an-nadami wal 'uqba, wa nas'aluka an tu'imana ma bitahtan walana, wa ma faqadna, wa an tarzuqana an nadhura ilayka, wa an tu'idana min shaqawa, Allahumma inna na'udhu bika min zawali ni'matik, wa tahawwuli 'afiyatik, wa fuji'ati niqmatik, wa jami'i sakhatik, Allahumma inna na'udhu bika min 'ilmin la yanfa', wa min qalbin la yakhsha', wa min nafsin la tashba', wa min du'a'in la yusma'. And he said to him: O 'Abdullah, you have been taught the best words for seeking refuge and the best words for asking. So when you ask, ask with them, and when you seek refuge, seek refuge with them.' Narrated by Abu Dawood (1540), An-Nasa'i (5481), and authenticated by Al-Albani.