Dua for Protection Against Oppression
Source: Hisnul Muslim 165
((اللَّهُمَّربَّالسَّمَوَاتِالسَّبْعِ،وَرَبَّالْعَرْشِالْعَظِيمِ،كُنْلِيجَاراًمِنْفُلاَنِبْنِفُلاَنٍ،وَأَحْزَابِهِمِنْخَلاَئِقِكَ،أَنْيَفْرُطَعَلَيَّأَحَدٌمِنْهُمْأَوْيَطْغَى،عَزَّجَارُكَ،وَجَلَّثَنَاؤُكَ،وَلاَإِلَهَإِلاَّأَنْتَ)).
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Transliteration
Allahumma Rabbas-samawati as-sab', wa Rabbal-'arshil-'adheem. Kun li jaaran min fulan bin fulan, wa ahzabih min khala'iqik, an yafruta 'alayya ahadun minhum aw yatgha. 'Azza jaaruk, wa jalla thana'uk, wa la ilaha illa ant.
Translation
O Allah, Lord of the seven heavens and the Great Throne, be my protector against [oppressor's name] and his forces from Your creation, so that none of them may harm me or transgress against me. Mighty is Your protection, and Glorious is Your praise. There is no god but You.
Context
This supplication is taught for when one fears the oppression of a ruler or anyone with authority. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ instructed to recite this dua, seeking Allah's ultimate protection against those who might abuse their power.
Benefit
Reciting this dua invokes Allah's supreme power and majesty to shield you from injustice and tyranny. It reminds you that true strength and refuge lie only with your Creator.
When to Recite
When fearing oppression from a ruler or authority figure.