اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْهَدْمِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ التَّرَدِّي، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْغَرَقِ، وَالْحَرَقِ، وَالْهَرَمِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ أَنْ يَتَخَبَّطَنِي الشَّيْطَانُ عِنْدَ الْمَوْتِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ أَنْ أَمُوتَ فِي سَبِيلِكَ مُدْبِرًا، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ أَنْ أَمُوتَ لَدِيغًا.
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from demolition, and I seek refuge in You from being thrown from a height, and I seek refuge in You from drowning, burning, and extreme old age. I seek refuge in You from being snatched by Satan at the time of death, and I seek refuge in You from dying while retreating (in battle), and I seek refuge in You from dying from a poisonous sting.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-hadmi, wa a'udhu bika minat-taraddi, wa a'udhu bika minal-gharqi, wal-haraqi, wal-harami, wa a'udhu bika an yatakhabbaṭani-sh-shayṭanu 'indal-mawt, wa a'udhu bika an amuta fi sabilika mudbiran, wa a'udhu bika an amuta ladigha.
When to Read
This comprehensive dua can be recited at any time, especially when one feels a sense of unease about potential dangers, or during times when natural disasters are prevalent in the world. It is particularly potent to make this dua for the protection of oneself, family, and the entire Ummah.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, raising your hands as you do so. Focus on the meaning of each phrase, understanding that you are seeking Allah's direct protection from immense calamities. It can be recited individually or collectively, strengthening the bond of brotherhood and sisterhood in seeking Allah's mercy.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses seeking refuge from a wide range of destructive calamities, both physical and spiritual. By seeking refuge from demolition, being thrown from a height, drowning, and burning, we are asking Allah to protect us from sudden, catastrophic events that can cause widespread loss of life and property. Seeking refuge from extreme old age (al-haram) signifies seeking protection from debilitating weakness and the loss of faculties. The latter part of the dua focuses on protection during the critical moments of death, shielding us from Satan's temptations and a shameful end. Reciting this dua with firm belief is a way to safeguard ourselves and the Ummah from Allah's decree of severe trials.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used to seek refuge in Allah with certain words. He would say: Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-hadmi, wa a'udhu bika minat-taraddi, wa a'udhu bika minal-gharqi, wal-haraqi, wal-harami, wa a'udhu bika an yatakhabbaṭani-sh-shayṭanu 'indal-mawt, wa a'udhu bika an amuta fi sabilika mudbiran, wa a'udhu bika an amuta ladigha. (Sahih, this hadith is Hasan due to corroborating narrations).