Dua & Sunnah

Dua for the Evening: Welcoming Allah's Presence and Guidance

Daily Evening Routine
Sahih HadithAd-Du'a al-Mustajab 5288

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.

Bismillahil-ladhi la yadurru ma'asmihi shay'un fil-ardi wa la fis-sama'i wa huwas-Sami'ul-'Alim.

When to Read

This beautiful dua is particularly potent when recited as the sun begins to set, marking the transition from day to night. It's a perfect addition to your evening routine, offering a spiritual anchor as you wind down. Imagine yourself sitting, perhaps looking out at the fading light, and bringing this protection and awareness of Allah into your heart.

How to Read

Recite this dua with sincerity and full conviction, imagining Allah's protective presence enveloping you. It's typically recited three times in the morning and three times in the evening. Focus on the meaning: acknowledging that only with Allah's permission can anything harm you, and recognizing His all-encompassing hearing and knowledge.

Virtues & Benefits

This dua offers profound protection against all forms of harm, both physical and spiritual. By reciting it, you affirm your complete reliance on Allah, seeking refuge in His mighty name. It fosters a sense of peace and security, knowing that you are under His watchful care. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ assured that whoever recites this three times in the morning will not be afflicted by any calamity until evening, and whoever recites it three times in the evening will not be afflicted by any calamity until morning. (Sahih Abu Dawud 5088, Hasan)

Source & Authentication

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 'Whoever says: Bismillahil-ladhi la yadurru ma'asmihi shay'un fil-ardi wa la fis-sama'i wa huwas-Sami'ul-'Alim (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, will not be afflicted by any calamity until morning, and whoever says it three times in the evening will not be afflicted by any calamity until morning.' (Sahih Abu Dawud 5088, Hasan)
Sahih HadithAd-Du'a al-Mustajab 5288
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