اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ زَوَالِ نِعْمَتِكَ، وَتَحَوُّلِ عَافِيَتِكَ، وَفُجْأَةِ نِقْمَتِكَ، وَجَمِيعِ سَخَطِكَ.
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the removal of Your favors, and the change of Your protection, and the suddenness of Your vengeance, and all of Your displeasure.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min zawali ni'matik, wa tahawwuli 'afiyatik, wa fuja'ati niqmatik, wa jami'i sukhTatik.
When to Read
This powerful dua is recommended to be recited immediately upon waking up in the morning. It's a beautiful way to begin your day, consciously seeking Allah's protection before your feet even touch the ground.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and a humble heart. Focus on the meaning of each phrase, truly feeling your dependence on Allah for His blessings and protection. It is generally recited once in the morning.
Virtues & Benefits
By reciting this dua, you are actively seeking Allah's protection from the loss of His blessings, the withdrawal of His well-being, His unexpected punishment, and anything that might incur His anger. This encompasses protection from spiritual decay, physical harm, and loss of guidance, including protection from the inner struggles of hypocrisy and duplicity that can plague the heart.
Source & Authentication
Hudhayfah (may Allah be pleased with him) said: The Prophet ﷺ used to utter this dua when he woke up at night: "Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min sharri hadhihi al-layli wa min sharri ma fiha..." (O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the evil of this night and the evil of what is in it...). And when he woke up in the morning, he would say: "Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min zawali ni'matik, wa tahawwuli 'afiyatik, wa fuja'ati niqmatik, wa jami'i sukhTatik." (O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the removal of Your favors, and the change of Your protection, and the suddenness of Your vengeance, and all of Your displeasure). Note: While the full hadith mentions waking at night, the specific portion for waking in the morning is directly stated.