Our Lord, do not make us targets of Your anger
Source: Quran 7:165
رَبَّنَالَاتُخَوِّفْنَامِنْغَضَبِكَوَلَاتُؤَاخِذْنَابِعَذَابِكَوَعَافِنَامِنْسَخَطِكَ.
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Transliteration
Rabbana la tukhawwifna min ghadabika wa la tu'akhidhna bi 'adhabika wa 'afina min sakhatik.
Translation
Our Lord, do not make us targets of Your anger, nor hold us accountable for Your punishment. Grant us Your forgiveness and protection from Your displeasure.
Context
This verse describes the righteous response of a group of Israelites who, upon seeing Pharaoh's transgression, distanced themselves from his actions. When they were admonished for breaking the Sabbath, they turned to Allah with this earnest plea, seeking refuge from His wrath and punishment.
Benefit
This dua is a profound expression of seeking Allah's mercy and protection from His anger and punishment, acknowledging our own shortcomings and His absolute power.
When to Recite
Recited when reflecting on Allah's justice and mercy, or when seeking protection from His displeasure.