Dua & Sunnah

Seeking Allah's Protection Against Dangerous Diseases

Difficulty
Hasan HadithSunan Abi Dawud 5087

بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الَّذِي لَا يَضُرُّ مَعَ اسْمِهِ شَيْءٌ فِي الْأَرْضِ وَلَا فِي السَّمَاءِ وَهُوَ السَّمِيعُ الْعَلِيمُ

In the name of Allah, the One with Whose name nothing can cause harm on earth nor in the heavens, and He is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing.

Bismillahilladhi la yadurru ma'asmihi shai'un fil-ardi wa la fis-sama'i wa huwas-Sami'ul-'Alim

When to Read

This powerful supplication is specifically recommended by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to be recited in the morning and evening. It's a shield against all forms of harm, including the invisible threats of dangerous diseases that can impact our health and lives. Reciting it consistently provides a deep sense of reliance on Allah (SWT) and a tangible act of seeking His divine protection.

How to Read

Recite this dua with full conviction and understanding of its meaning. The Prophet ﷺ taught us to say it three times in the morning and three times in the evening. As you recite, picture Allah's protection enveloping you, shielding you from any ailment or threat. It's a practice that cultivates mindfulness of our Creator and strengthens our connection with Him, even when facing anxieties about our health.

Virtues & Benefits

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 'Whoever says this three times in the morning, will not be afflicted by any calamity until the evening; and whoever says it three times in the evening, will not be afflicted by any calamity until the morning.' (Sunan Abi Dawud 5087). This hadith highlights the immense benefit of this dua as a comprehensive safeguard. It's not just about warding off physical illness, but also about seeking Allah's protection from all unseen dangers, giving peace to the heart when facing uncertainty.

Source & Authentication

Narrated by Uthman ibn Affan (may Allah be pleased with him): I heard the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) say: 'Whoever says: *Bismillahilladhi la yadurru ma'asmihi shai'un fil-ardi wa la fis-sama'i wa huwas-Sami'ul-'Alim* (In the name of Allah, the One with Whose name nothing can cause harm on earth nor in the heavens, and He is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing), three times every morning, he will not be afflicted by sudden calamity before nightfall, and whoever says it three times in the evening, he will not be afflicted by sudden calamity before morning.' (Sunan Abi Dawud 5087, Sunan Ibn Majah 3864)
Hasan HadithSunan Abi Dawud 5087
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