أَعُوذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّاتِ مِنْ غَضَبِهِ وَعِقَابِهِ، وَمِنْ شَرِّ عِبَادِهِ، وَمِنْ هَمَزَاتِ الشَّيَاطِينِ وَأَنْ يَحْضُرُونِ
I seek refuge in the perfect words of Allah from His anger and His punishment, and from the evil of His servants, and from the whispers of devils and from their presence.
A'udhu bikalimatillahit-tammati min ghadabihi wa 'iqabihi, wa min sharri 'ibadihi, wa min hamazatish-shayatini wa an yahdurun.
When to Read
Recite this dua in the evening, after sunset. It is part of the Sunnah for evening supplications, offering a spiritual shield against various evils, including the greater tribulations of the Dajjal.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, focusing on seeking Allah's ultimate protection. It is recommended to recite it three times. Maintaining a state of purity (wudu) is preferable.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua invokes Allah's perfect words for refuge, encompassing protection from His displeasure, the wickedness of His creation, and the insidious influence of Shaytan. By reciting it in the evening, we are preparing ourselves spiritually for the night and seeking a shield against the unseen evils that can affect us, ultimately strengthening our resolve against even the most significant trials like the Dajjal.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abdullah bin Khubaib (may Allah be pleased with him) who said: 'We went out on a very dark and rainy night, looking for the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) to lead us in prayer. We found him and asked him: 'O Messenger of Allah, we looked for you to pray for us.' He said: 'Yes.' Then he said: 'Say: 'أَعُوذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّاتِ مِنْ غَضَبِهِ وَعِقَابِهِ، وَمِنْ شَرِّ عِبَادِهِ، وَمِنْ هَمَزَاتِ الشَّيَاطِينِ وَأَنْ يَحْضُرُونِ' (I seek refuge in the perfect words of Allah from His anger and His punishment, and from the evil of His servants, and from the whispers of devils and from their presence).' He said: 'So we recited them. He (the Prophet ﷺ) said: 'So they are a protection for you.'