Refuge from Hidden Shirk
Guarding intentions against showing off
Also searched as: dua against shirk
Arabic
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ أَنْ أُشْرِكَ بِكَ وَأَنَا أَعْلَمُ وَأَسْتَغْفِرُكَ لِمَا لَا أَعْلَمُ
Transliteration
Allahumma inni a’udhu bika an ushrika bika wa ana a’lam, wa astaghfiruka lima la a’lam.
Meaning
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from associating anything with You knowingly, and I seek Your forgiveness for what I do not know.
Reference
Musnad Ahmad
When to recite
Daily, guarding intentions • Often
Virtue
Hidden shirk creeps quieter than an ant — this dua is its daily antidote.
Sources & review
Musnad Ahmad
Prophetic dua • Grade: Hasan • Learn personal details from a qualified teacher; minor school differences exist.
Educational content — not a fatwa. See methodology and disclaimer.
Reviewed • 2026-01-01Our methodology
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When should I recite Refuge from Hidden Shirk?
Daily, guarding intentions. Recite it often.
What is the virtue of Refuge from Hidden Shirk?
Hidden shirk creeps quieter than an ant — this dua is its daily antidote.
Where is Refuge from Hidden Shirk from?
Source: Musnad Ahmad. Grade: Hasan. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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