Dua seeking refuge from the loss of blessings

It is recited when wishing for the continuation of one's blessings, health and wellbeing, and at a time of fearing sudden calamity.

This dua is one of the refuge duas of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him); it was taught to protect a person from losing their blessings and from the wrath of Allah.

This dua is based on the Quran and hadith sources below.

• HadithSahih Muslim, 2739

  It is reported from Ibn Umar (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) would seek refuge in Allah with these words.

• HadithAl-Adab al-Mufrad, 685

  This dua is reported as a dua of seeking refuge in Allah from the loss of blessings and from sudden calamity.

Other duas connected to this topic.

• Morning and evening dua for wellbeing

  O Allah, I ask You for pardon and wellbeing in this world and in the Hereafter. O Allah, I ask You for pardon and wellbeing in my religion, my worldly life, my family and my wealth.

• Dua for protection from evil

  In the name of Allah, with whose name nothing on earth or in the heavens can cause harm. He is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing.

• Dua for fear

  Allah is sufficient for us, and He is the best Guardian.

Common questions about this dua.

• What dua is recited when fearing the loss of one's blessings?

  The dua “Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min zawali ni'matika...” is recited. Dua seeking refuge from the loss of blessings: Arabic, transliteration and meaning are given on this page.

• Why is this dua recited?

  It is recited with the intention of protection from the loss of one's blessings and health, and from sudden calamity and the wrath of Allah.