اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْفَزَعِ
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from fright/terror.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-faza'
When to Read
Recite this dua immediately upon waking up startled or feeling sudden fear, especially during the night. It's a proactive step to invoke Allah's protection against any anxieties that might disturb your peace.
How to Read
Recite it sincerely with a focused heart, visualizing Allah's immense power and your humble reliance on Him. It can be recited even if you can't immediately recall the Arabic, by focusing on the meaning and seeking refuge in Allah from the fear you're experiencing.
Virtues & Benefits
This simple yet powerful dua invokes Allah's protection directly, addressing the root cause of unease – fear. By seeking refuge in the Most High, we remind ourselves that no harm can reach us except by His permission, bringing comfort and tranquility to the heart. It cultivates a habit of turning to Allah in moments of vulnerability, strengthening our Tawakkul (reliance on Allah).
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abu Salamah ibn Abdur Rahman, who said: 'Aisha (may Allah be pleased with her) narrated that whenever the Prophet (peace be upon him) went to bed, he would clasp his hands together and blow into them, reciting into them: *Qul Huwa Allahu Ahad*, *Qul A'udhu bi Rabbil-Falaq*, and *Qul A'udhu bi Rabbin-Nas*. Then he would wipe with them whatever he could of his body, starting with his head and face and what his hands could reach. He used to do that three times. And when he felt feverish, he would recite these two surahs and wipe his body with his hands. And I asked Allah's Messenger (peace be upon him): 'O Allah's Messenger! When you wake up startled, what do you say?' He said: 'I say: *Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-faza'*.' (Reported by Abu Dawud, and he classified it as Hasan).