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 creation, and from the whispers of devils, and from their presence.
A'udhu bikalimatillahit-tammati min ghadabihi wa 'iqabihi, wa min sharri 'ibadihi, wa min hamazatish-shayatin wa an yahdurun
When to Read
When you feel the stirrings of anger, particularly when sickness or physical pain makes you irritable. This dua is a comprehensive shield against many evils, including the internal struggle of anger that can arise from suffering. Recite it the moment you feel that frustration bubbling up, or as a general protection throughout the day, especially when you know you might be tested.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely, with full conviction in the power of Allah's words. You can raise your hands slightly when reciting, as one might do when seeking refuge. It's best recited when you are aware of the anger beginning to surface. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua as a means of seeking comprehensive protection, so understand that you are asking Allah to shield you from the anger of creation, His own righteous anger and punishment, and the insidious influence of Shaytan.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful dua, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, offers multifaceted protection. It's not just about anger, but seeking refuge in Allah's perfect words from His potential displeasure and punishment. It also guards against the wickedness of other people and the harmful influences and presence of devils. By reciting this when feeling angry due to pain, you are actively combating the negative emotion and seeking Allah's help to overcome it, thereby protecting yourself from its spiritual and emotional consequences. This helps in maintaining patience during trials.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 'Allah creates what He wills, and what is pleasing to Him, and what is not pleasing to Him. He creates every creature, and He creates the means of its destruction, and He knows best about His creatures. Whoever seeks refuge in the perfect words of Allah from His anger and His punishment, and from the evil of His creation, and from the whispers of devils, and from their presence, then nothing will harm him.' He then recited: 'I seek refuge in the perfect words of Allah from His anger and His punishment, and from the evil of His creation, and from the whispers of devils, and from their presence.'