اللَّهُمَّ فَاطِرَ السَّمَوَاتِ وَالأَرْضِ، عَالِمَ الْغَيْبِ وَالشَّهَادَةِ، لاَ إِلَهَ إِلاَّ أَنْتَ، رَبَّ كُلِّ شَيْءٍ وَمَلِيْكَهُ، أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ نَفْسِي، وَمِنْ شَرِّ الشَّيْطَانِ وَشِرْكِهِ، وَأَنْ أَقْتَرِفَ عَلَى نَفْسِي سُوءًا، أَوْ أَجُرَّهُ إِلَى مُسْلِمٍ
O Allah, Creator of the heavens and the earth, Knower of the unseen and the seen, there is no god but You, Lord of all things and their Possessor. I seek refuge in You from the evil of my soul, and from the evil of Satan and his idolatry, and from bringing evil upon myself or directing it towards a Muslim.
Allahumma fatiras-samawati wal-ard, 'alim al-ghaybi wash-shahadah, la ilaha illa Anta, Rabba kulli shay'in wa malikahu, a'udhu bika min sharri nafsi, wa min sharri-sh-shaytani wa shirkih, wa an aqtarifa 'ala nafsi su'an, aw ajurrahu ila muslim.
When to Read
This powerful supplication is recommended to be recited in the evening, as it is part of the supplications of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ before sleeping or at the end of the day. It's a beautiful way to conclude your day by acknowledging Allah's sovereignty and seeking His protection.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a heart full of remembrance for Allah. Focus on the meaning of each phrase, internalizing your reliance on Him and seeking His refuge. It's best recited when you are calm and have a moment of quiet reflection.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses a comprehensive seeking of refuge. By acknowledging Allah as the Creator and Knower of all, you affirm His absolute power and wisdom. Seeking refuge from the evil of your own soul, Satan, and the potential to harm others highlights the importance of self-discipline and protecting the community. It's a holistic prayer for spiritual and moral well-being.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abdullah bin Masud: The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to supplicate: 'Allahumma fatiras-samawati wal-ard, 'alim al-ghaybi wash-shahadah, la ilaha illa Anta, Rabba kulli shay'in wa malikahu, a'udhu bika min sharri nafsi, wa min sharri-sh-shaytani wa shirkih, wa an aqtarifa 'ala nafsi su'an, aw ajurrahu ila muslim.' (O Allah, Creator of the heavens and the earth, Knower of the unseen and the seen, there is no god but You, Lord of all things and their Possessor. I seek refuge in You from the evil of my soul, and from the evil of Satan and his idolatry, and from bringing evil upon myself or directing it towards a Muslim.)