أَعُوذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّاتِ مِنْ كُلِّ شَيْطَانٍ وَهَامَّةٍ، وَمِنْ كُلِّ عَيْنٍ لَامَّةٍ.
I seek refuge in the perfect words of Allah from every devil and every pest, and from every condemning eye.
A'udhu bikalimatillahi-t-tammati min kulli shaytanin wa hammah, wa min kulli 'aynin lammah.
When to Read
Recite this dua frequently, especially when you notice envy or negative attention directed towards your business, sales, or employees. It's also beneficial to recite it before starting your workday, when entering your shop or office, or after concluding a successful transaction.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, focusing on Allah's power to protect. You can recite it silently or aloud, directing your intention to seeking refuge in Allah's words. You can also gently blow on yourself, your business premises, or items of value after reciting it.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a powerful shield against the evil eye ('ayn), which can manifest as envy leading to misfortune, loss, or difficulties. By seeking refuge in Allah's perfect words, you are invoking His ultimate protection over your business and its prosperity. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua as a means of warding off harm, including that which stems from the envy of people. The specific mention of 'every condemning eye' (kulli 'aynin lammah) directly addresses the concern of the evil eye.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Ibn 'Abbas: The Prophet (ﷺ) used to seek refuge with Allah for Al-Hasan and Al-Husain saying: 'O Allah! I seek refuge in Your perfect words from every devil and from every beast, and from every evil eye.' Then he would say: 'It was the Prophet Abraham (ﷺ) who recited this Dua seeking refuge for Ishmael and Isaac (ﷺ) with the Dua: 'A'udhu bikalimatillahi-t-tammati min kulli shaytanin wa hammah, wa min kulli 'aynin lammah' (I seek refuge in Allah’s perfect words from every devil and poison and from every evil eye).' Sahih al-Bukhari 3371