Our daily lives, it’s not uncommon to be plagued by delusions, bad thoughts, or unwanted whispers (waswas) from Shaytan. These negative thoughts can lead to anxiety, fear, and doubt, which can disrupt our spiritual peace and focus on worship. Islam provides us with powerful tools in the form of duas (supplications) to seek refuge in Allah from such harmful thoughts and delusions.
The Prophet (ﷺ) often recited the prayer: ‘Allahumma inni auzu bika min munkaratil’. By saying this, the Prophet (ﷺ) was seeking Allah’s protection from evil behavior and conduct, wrongful desires and inclinations, sickness and ailments (as mentioned in another version).
He was asking Allah to shield him from all forms of evil and harm, and to guide him towards righteousness and good deeds.
Allahumma Inni Auzu Bika Min Munkarat Meaning & Arabic Text
Allahumma Inni Auzu Bika Min Munkarat in Arabic Text
اللَّهمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِن منْكَرَاتِ الأَخلاقِ، والأعْمَالِ، والأَهْواءِ
Transliteration:-
Allaahumma inni a’udhu bika min munkaratil akhlaq, wal a’mal, wal ahwa.
Allahumma Inni A’uzu Bika Min Munkaratil Meaning in English
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from evil character and actions, [evil] desires.
Source: At-Tirmidhi 5/575, Ibn Hibban, Al-Haakim and At-Tabarani; see Sahih At-Tirmidhi 3/184
Explanation of the Hadith
- Negative character traits (such as rudeness, selfishness, or cruelty) can result in harmful actions and deter positive behaviors.
- Sinful actions and disobedience (such as lying, cheating, or harming others) can cause damage to both ourselves and those around us.
- Destructive desires (like greed, envy, or lust) can lead to poor decisions and sinful behavior.
