اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْخُبُثِ وَالْخَبَائِثِ
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from all evil jinn, male and female.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-khubuthi wal-khaba'ith
When to Read
Recite this dua just before entering the toilet or bathroom. It's a practice taught by our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to seek protection before entering a place that is known to be inhabited by jinn and shayatin.
How to Read
Say this dua with sincerity before you step inside. It's Sunnah to enter with the left foot and exit with the right foot, after reciting the dua for exiting the bathroom.
Virtues & Benefits
Seeking refuge in Allah protects us from the whispers and temptations of shayatin, and from any harm or impurity associated with such places. It's a beautiful example of how the Prophet ﷺ taught us to seek Allah's protection in all aspects of our lives, big or small. This simple act acknowledges Allah's dominion and our reliance on Him, even in the most private of moments.
Source & Authentication
Anas bin Malik (may Allah be pleased with him) reported: The Prophet ﷺ, when he went to relieve himself, would say: 'O Allah, I seek refuge in You from all evil jinn, male and female.' (Sahih al-Bukhari 6306). In another narration, it is reported: 'When one of you enters the privy, let him say: O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the male jinn and female jinn.' (Sahih Muslim 375).