بِسْمِ اللهِ تَوَكَّلْتُ عَلَى اللهِ، وَلاَ حَوْلَ وَلاَ قُوَّةَ إِلاَّ بِاللهِ، اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ أَنْ أَضِلَّ أَوْ أُضَلَّ، أَوْ أَزِلَّ أَوْ أُزَلَّ، أَوْ أَظْلِمَ أَوْ أُظْلَمَ، أَوْ أَجْهَلَ أَوْ يُجْهَلَ عَلَيَّ
In the name of Allah, I have relied upon Allah. There is no might nor power except with Allah. O Allah, I seek refuge in You lest I stray or be led astray, or slip or be caused to slip, or do wrong or be wronged, or act foolishly or be acted upon foolishly.
Bismillahi tawakkaltu 'alallah, wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billah. Allahumma inni a'udhu bika an adilla aw udalla, aw azilla aw uzalla, aw adhlima aw udhlama, aw ajhala aw yujhala 'alayya.
When to Read
This dua is profoundly relevant for anyone embarking on a journey, facing uncertainty, or seeking protection from harm, especially those in circumstances of migration or displacement. Recite it at the start of a journey, when facing challenging situations, or whenever you feel the need for Allah's guidance and safeguarding. It’s a powerful invocation for both personal protection and the well-being of our brothers and sisters in faith who are navigating perilous paths.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere reliance on Allah (tawakkul). Focus on the meaning of each phrase, internalizing the surrender to Allah’s will and seeking His divine protection. It is best recited when starting a journey or entering a situation where protection is needed, ideally before setting out or at the onset of the trial. Speaking the words aloud with conviction can amplify their impact.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua encapsulates reliance on Allah and seeks His protection against a wide array of spiritual and physical dangers. It specifically asks for refuge from straying from the right path, being misled by others, making mistakes, being caused to falter, perpetrating injustice, or suffering injustice, and from acting ignorantly or being treated ignorantly. For migrants and refugees, this means seeking Allah's protection from the dangers of their journey, from exploitation, from falling into disbelief or sin due to hardship, and from being mistreated or misunderstood in their new environments. It’s a holistic plea for safety and guidance in the face of immense vulnerability.
Source & Authentication
It was narrated from 'Abdullah bin 'Amr that when the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) was on a journey and mounted his camel, he would say: 'Allahu Akbar' (Allah is the Greatest), and when he descended, he would say: 'Subhan Allah' (Glory be to Allah). And when he recited a supplication, he would say: 'Bismillahi tawakkaltu 'alallah, wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billah. Allahumma inni a'udhu bika an adilla aw udalla, aw azilla aw uzalla, aw adhlima aw udhlama, aw ajhala aw yujhala 'alayya.' (In the name of Allah, I have relied upon Allah. There is no might nor power except with Allah. O Allah, I seek refuge in You lest I stray or be led astray, or slip or be caused to slip, or do wrong or be wronged, or act foolishly or be acted upon foolishly.)