Dua for Worry and Grief
Source: Sahih al-Bukhari 6369
((اللَّهُمَّإِنِّيأَعُوذُبِكَمِنَالْهَمِّوَالْحَزَنِ،وَالْعَجْزِوَالْكَسَلِ،وَالْبُخْلِوَالْجُبْنِ،وَضَلَعِالدَّيْنِوَغَلَبَةِالرِّجَالِ)).
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Transliteration
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min al-hammi wal-hazani, wal-'ajzi wal-kasali, wal-bukhli wal-jubni, wa dala'i ad-dayni wa ghalabati ar-rijali.
Translation
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from anxiety and sorrow, from weakness and laziness, from cowardice and stinginess, and from being overwhelmed by debt and by the domination of men.
Context
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this comprehensive supplication to his companion Anas ibn Malik (may Allah be pleased with him) when he was experiencing worry and grief. It covers seeking protection from a wide range of spiritual and worldly afflictions.
Benefit
Reciting this dua provides a powerful shield against mental distress, physical ailments, moral weaknesses, and societal pressures, fostering reliance on Allah for strength and relief.
When to Recite
Recited by the Prophet ﷺ when experiencing worry and grief.