The Prophet ﷺ taught a comprehensive supplication seeking refuge from the mental and physical burdens that weigh a person down. This dua addresses anxiety (worry about the future) and grief (sorrow over the past).
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْهَمِّ وَالْحَزَنِ، وَالْعَجْزِ وَالْكَسَلِ، وَالْجُبْنِ وَالْبُخْلِ، وَضَلَعِ الدَّيْنِ، وَغَلَبَةِ الرِّجَالِ
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-hammi wal-hazan, wal-'ajzi wal-kasal, wal-jubni wal-bukhl, wa dala'id-dayni wa ghalabatir-rijal.
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from worry and grief, from incapacity and laziness, from cowardice and miserliness, from the burden of debt and from being overpowered by men.
Hadith — Sahih al-Bukhari — Sahih al-Bukhari 6369
Authenticity: Authentic hadith
Meaning and Explanation
The supplication asks Allah for refuge from emotional burdens (anxiety/grief), personal weaknesses (laziness/cowardice), and social pressures (debt/oppression).
When to Recite
Every morning and evening as part of the daily Adhkar, or whenever feeling overwhelmed by worry.
How to Recite
Recite it slowly, reflecting on each word, and intending to seek Allah's help to overcome these traits.
Important Notes
While this is a powerful spiritual tool, Islam also encourages seeking professional mental health support for clinical anxiety disorders.
Benefits
It provides spiritual grounding, helps in managing stress, and reinforces the believer's reliance on Allah's strength during difficult times.
Additional Duas
يَا حَيُّ يَا قَيُّومُ بِرَحْمَتِكَ أَسْتَغِيثُ
Content type: Hadith
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