اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْهَمِّ وَالْحَزَنِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْعَجْزِ وَالْكَسَلِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْجُبْنِ وَالْبُخْلِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ غَلَبَةِ الدَّيْنِ وَقَهْرِ الرِّجَالِ.
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from distress and sorrow, and I seek refuge in You from incapacity and laziness, and I seek refuge in You from cowardice and stinginess, and I seek refuge in You from being overwhelmed by debt and oppressed by men.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-hammi wal-hazani, wa a'udhu bika minal-'ajzi wal-kasali, wa a'udhu bika minal-jubni wal-bukhli, wa a'udhu bika min ghalabatid-dayni wa qahri-rijal.
When to Read
This comprehensive supplication is a powerful shield against many internal and external struggles that can lead to addiction and vice. We can recite it regularly, especially during times of personal struggle or when witnessing the community grapple with these issues. Making it a habit after every obligatory prayer, or during the times of acceptance like the last third of the night, can amplify its efficacy.
How to Read
Approach this dua with sincerity and a heartfelt desire for change. Raise your hands in supplication as the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us. Focus on the meaning of each phrase, truly seeking Allah's protection. Internalize the feeling of reliance on Him alone to overcome these deep-seated challenges within ourselves and our Ummah.
Virtues & Benefits
This hadith is a cornerstone for seeking Allah's refuge from afflictions that can easily lead individuals astray. 'Incapacity and laziness' can foster environments where people turn to harmful coping mechanisms. 'Distress and sorrow' can push individuals towards vice for temporary relief. By seeking refuge in Allah from these, we are proactively addressing the root causes that can make one susceptible to addiction and wrongdoing. The Prophet's ﷺ teaching of this specific dua highlights its importance in establishing a strong spiritual defense for ourselves and for the collective well-being of the Ummah.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Huraira: The Prophet ﷺ used to invoke: 'O Allah, I seek refuge in You from distress and sorrow, from incapacity and laziness, from cowardice and stinginess, and from being overwhelmed by debt and oppressed by men.' (Sahih al-Bukhari 5902). This supplication was a regular practice of the Prophet ﷺ, demonstrating its profound importance in seeking Allah's protection against debilitating states and pressures that could compromise one's faith and well-being.