أَعُوذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّاتِ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا خَلَقَ
I seek refuge in the perfect words of Allah from the evil of what He has created.
A'udhu bikalimatillahit-tammati min sharri ma khalaq
When to Read
This powerful dua is recommended to be recited in the evening, as night falls. It serves as a shield, seeking Allah's divine protection against any harm, malice, or unseen dangers that the darkness might conceal. Reciting it upon entering your home in the evening is also a wonderful way to seek protection for yourself and your household.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, truly believing in the power of Allah's words to protect you. It's best recited three times in the evening to invoke comprehensive protection. Imagine yourself enveloped by Allah's perfect words, warding off any negativity.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua offers immense blessings and protection. By seeking refuge in Allah's perfect words, we are entrusting our safety to the Almighty, who is the ultimate protector. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua to ensure safety from all created evils, encompassing everything from physical harm to spiritual and psychological distress that might arise during the night.
Source & Authentication
‘Amr ibn Shu'ayb narrated on his father's authority that his grandfather told him: The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: 'The one who says: 'A'udhu bikalimatillahit-tammati min sharri ma khalaq' (I seek refuge in the perfect words of Allah from the evil of what He has created) – three times, nothing will harm him until he wakes up in the morning.' Amr said: 'So, our 'Amr's family used to recite this whenever they learned it. It was a practice they taught to their young ones and the young ones would recite it. It was a practice of mercy.'