بِسْمِ اللَّهِ، اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْخُبُثِ وَالْخَبَائِثِ
In the name of Allah. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the male devils and female devils (or, from evil and wickedness).
Bismillahi, Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal khubuthi wal khaba'ith.
When to Read
This dua is specifically recited **before entering the toilet or bathroom**. It's a Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to seek Allah's protection before entering a place where evil spirits are said to reside.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely **before crossing the threshold** of the bathroom. It's recommended to enter with the left foot and exit with the right foot, having recited the appropriate dua upon exiting. The intention is crucial: to seek Allah's protection from any harm or negative influence.
Virtues & Benefits
By reciting this dua, we are following the Sunnah of the Prophet ﷺ and invoking Allah's protection. Bathrooms are considered places where Shaytan and his ilk may gather, and this supplication serves as a spiritual shield. It reminds us that even in mundane activities, we are connected to Allah and seeking His refuge, thereby safeguarding our intentions and actions from whispers of evil.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to say when he entered the toilet: 'Bismillahi, Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal khubuthi wal khaba'ith.' (Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal khubuthi wal khaba'ith means: O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the male devils and female devils, or from evil and wicked things).