أَعُوذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّاتِ مِنْ غَضَبِهِ وَعِقَابِهِ، وَمِنْ شَرِّ عِبَادِهِ، وَمِنْ هَمَزَاتِ الشَّيَاطِينِ وَأَنْ يَحْضُرُونِ.
I seek refuge in the perfect words of Allah from His anger and His punishment, and from the evil of His servants, and from the temptations of the devils, and from their presence.
A'udhu bikalimatillahit-tammati min ghadabihi wa 'iqabihi, wa min sharri 'ibadihi, wa min hamazatis-shayateeni wa an yahdhurun.
When to Read
This powerful dua is recommended to be recited after completing the obligatory Isha prayer, particularly when one is heading home or settling down for the night. It's a safeguard against unseen evils and disturbances.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely, with full conviction in Allah's protection. It is usually recited three times after Fajr and three times after Maghrib, but its comprehensiveness makes it suitable for any time one seeks refuge, including after Isha.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua offers comprehensive protection. By seeking refuge in Allah's perfect words, we ask for protection from His displeasure, His punishment, the wickedness of people, and the whispers and presence of devils. It's a profound statement of reliance on Allah for our safety and well-being throughout the night.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abdullah ibn Khubayb (may Allah be pleased with him): The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: "Say: 'Say, "I seek refuge in the Lord of the dawn" (Surah Al-Falaq) and 'Say, "I seek refuge in the Lord of mankind" (Surah An-Nas)."' He said: "The people needed to seek refuge with such like." Then he said: "Recite: 'O Allah, I seek refuge in Your perfect words from Your anger and Your punishment, and from the evil of Your servants, and from the evil suggestions of devils, and from their presence." Abdullah ibn Khubayb said: "So I taught it to them, and they recited it and learned it."