بِسْمِ اللَّهِ، اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْخُبُثِ وَالْخَبَائِثِ
In the name of Allah. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the male and female devils (or from evil and wicked things).
Bismillahi, Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal khubuthi wal khaba'ith.
When to Read
This dua is recited just before entering the bathroom or toilet. It's a fundamental practice that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us as a way to prepare ourselves spiritually before entering a place associated with impurities and the dwelling of Jinn.
How to Read
Recite this supplication sincerely with the intention of seeking Allah's protection. Utter the words clearly, acknowledging the presence of Allah and His power over all things, seen and unseen.
Virtues & Benefits
By reciting this dua, we are actively seeking Allah's protection from the unseen evils and impurities that may reside in such places. It's a reminder that even in seemingly mundane actions, our faith and reliance on Allah should be paramount. This practice also helps in maintaining a state of spiritual awareness and cleanliness, aligning our actions with the teachings of the Prophet ﷺ.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Anas: The Prophet ﷺ used to say, 'O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the evil effects of (drinking wine) and gambling, and from the evil of having a premature ejaculation, and from the evil of being killed in the battlefield, and from the evil of dying in a (bad) place (like a battlefield).' Anas also narrated: 'When the Prophet ﷺ entered the privy, he used to say: 'Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal khubuthi wal khaba'ith.' (O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the evil of the devils, male and female).