This is among the greatest duas for distress and anxiety in the history of the prophets: Ibrahim, peace be upon him, said it as he was cast into the fire, and the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said it when warned that enemies had gathered against him.
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حَسْبُنَا اللَّهُ وَنِعْمَ الْوَكِيلُ.
Hasbunallahu wa ni'mal-wakeel.
📖 Virtue (Arabic source text)
قالها إبراهيم عليه السلام حين أُلقي في النار، وقالها محمد صلى الله عليه وسلم حين قالوا: إن الناس قد جمعوا لكم فاخشوهم، فزادهم إيمانًا.
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Meaning
Allah is sufficient for us, and He is the best Disposer of affairs.
When to recite
It is said in the face of great fear, danger, or a situation one feels powerless to overcome alone, entrusting the entire matter to Allah.
About this dhikr
This dhikr is part of Distress & Anxiety Duas as documented in Hisnul Muslim (Fortress of the Muslim), and is recited 1 time.
How many times should this dhikr be recited?
This dhikr is recited 1 time, as narrated in Hisnul Muslim. Use the smart counter on this page to track your repetitions.
Which prophets said this dua?
Ibrahim, peace be upon him, said it when thrown into the fire, and the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said it when told that people had gathered against him, making it one of the most firmly established duas for distress and anxiety at times of crisis.
What effect does this dua have on a believer's heart?
It is reported to have increased the Prophet ﷺ and his companions in faith, instilling calm and complete trust that Allah is sufficient for His servant.
When is it prescribed to say 'Allah is sufficient for us, and He is the best Disposer of affairs'?
It is prescribed when fearing an enemy or facing a matter beyond one's own power, and you can track your recitation with the smart counter on this page.