اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ سَمْعِي، وَمِنْ شَرِّ بَصَرِي، وَمِنْ شَرِّ لِسَانِي، وَمِنْ شَرِّ قَلْبِي، وَمِنْ شَرِّ مَنِيِّي
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the evil of my hearing, and from the evil of my sight, and from the evil of my tongue, and from the evil of my heart, and from the evil of my private parts.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min sharri sam'i, wa min sharri basari, wa min sharri lisani, wa min sharri qalbi, wa min sharri maniyyi
When to Read
This dua is recited after completing the obligatory prayers. It's a powerful supplication to make as you transition from the formal worship of prayer back into your daily life, asking Allah to shield you from the potential harm that can arise from your own senses and intentions.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and heartfelt intention after finishing your prayers, ideally before engaging in conversation or other activities. Focus on the meaning of each phrase, truly feeling the need for Allah's protection.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua covers protection against the misuses of key human faculties. By seeking refuge from the 'evil of the tongue,' we are asking Allah to guard us against speaking ill, backbiting, slander, lying, harsh words, and any other harmful utterance. This protection is crucial in maintaining good relations, preserving our own virtue, and avoiding the severe consequences of misuse of speech in Islam.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Hurairah: The Prophet (peace be upon him) used to seek refuge in Allah with these words: 'O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the evil of my hearing, and from the evil of my sight, and from the evil of my tongue, and from the evil of my heart, and from the evil of my sperm.' (Sunan Abu Dawud 1550)