اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الشَّيْطَانِ الرَّجِيمِ وَهَمْزِهِ وَنَفْخِهِ وَنَفْثِهِ
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the accursed Satan, from his madness, his arrogance, and his poetry.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minash-shaytanir-rajeem wa hamzihi wa nafkhhi wa naftih
When to Read
This supplication is particularly relevant when you feel the initial stirrings of anger. Before it takes root and escalates, seeking refuge in Allah (SWT) is the first step to regaining control. It's also beneficial to make this a habit at the start of any potentially stressful interaction or when you anticipate facing a situation that might provoke anger.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity, focusing on the meaning of seeking Allah's protection from the insidious whispers and instigations of Shaytan, which often fuel anger. It's recommended to also spit lightly to your left three times after reciting this, as taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, to further repel the evil influence.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a powerful shield against the negative influences that amplify anger. By seeking refuge in Allah, we acknowledge our dependence on Him to protect us from the temptations and provocations of Shaytan, who delights in sowing discord and transforming rational beings into those driven by base emotions. This initial step is crucial for clearing the mind and preparing oneself to respond to anger with patience and wisdom, rather than impulsive reaction. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us to recite this when feeling angry, showing its direct efficacy in managing this emotion. (See full hadith text for context).
Source & Authentication
Sulayman bin Surd (may Allah be pleased with him) said: 'Two men insulted one another in front of the Prophet ﷺ while we were sitting with him. One of them became so enraged that his face and the veins on his neck swelled up. The Prophet ﷺ said: 'I know a word, if he were to say it, it would remove from him what he is experiencing. If he were to say: A'udhu billahi minash-shaytanir-rajeem (I seek refuge in Allah from the accursed Satan), all of his rage would leave him.' So they said to him: 'The Prophet ﷺ said: 'Seek refuge in Allah from the accursed Satan.' And he said: 'Do you see me? Am I not the Messenger of Allah?' When he said that, his rage subsided.' (Sunan Abi Dawud 4744, narrated by Sulayman bin Surd, may Allah be pleased with him).