بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الَّذِي لَا يَضُرُّ مَعَ اسْمِهِ شَيْءٌ فِي الْأَرْضِ وَلَا فِي السَّمَاءِ وَهُوَ السَّمِيعُ الْعَلِيمُ
In the name of Allah, with Whose name nothing on earth or in heaven can cause harm, and He is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing.
Bismillahilladhi la yadurru ma'asmihi shay'un fil-ardi wa la fis-sama'i wa huwas-Samee'ul-Aleem
When to Read
This powerful supplication is recommended to be recited in the evening, after Maghrib prayer or as part of your general evening remembrance (Adhkar). It's a moment when we can pause our daily activities and turn our hearts and minds towards Allah, asking for His protection for ourselves and for the entire community. It’s particularly fitting as the day winds down, a time when protection and peace are deeply felt needs.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, contemplating the meaning of each word. It should be said three times in the evening to fully benefit from its protective qualities. Imagine Allah's vastness and His absolute control over all matters as you utter these words. The intention should be pure, seeking Allah's care not just for yourself but for everyone around you, for the peace and safety of your neighborhood, city, and the entire Muslim ummah.
Virtues & Benefits
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ promised immense protection to whoever recites this dua in the morning and evening. He said: 'Whoever says this three times in the morning, nothing will harm him that day, and whoever says it three times in the evening, nothing will harm him that night.' (Sunan Abi Dawud 5087). By reciting this, we are invoking Allah's power to safeguard our community from all forms of harm, be it physical, spiritual, or societal. It's a way of actively seeking Allah's shield over our collective well-being, fostering a sense of reliance on Him and drawing His mercy upon us all.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Uthman ibn Affan (may Allah be pleased with him): The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said: 'There is no servant who says in the morning of every day and the evening of every night: 'Bismillahilladhi la yadurru ma'asmihi shay'un fil-ardi wa la fis-sama'i wa huwas-Samee'ul-Aleem' (In the name of Allah, with Whose name nothing on earth or in heaven can cause harm, and He is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing) – three times – except that Allah will protect him from whatever is going to harm him of the afflictions of the day and the night.' (Sunan Abi Dawud 5087, Sahih)