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 suggestions of devils and from their presence.
A'udhu bikalimatillahit-tammati min ghadabihi wa 'iqabihi, wa min sharri 'ibadihi, wa min hamazatis-shayateeni wa an yahdhurun.
When to Read
This dua is particularly potent when recited before sleeping, as a shield against disturbing dreams and unwanted thoughts that might trouble us during the night. It's a beautiful way to conclude our day, entrusting ourselves to Allah's care.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely, with full conviction in Allah's power to protect. You can recite it once, or repeat it three times for added protection, as is the practice with some other seeking refuge duas. Ensure you are in a state of purity if possible, though the primary condition is the sincerity of your heart.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication is a powerful declaration of reliance on Allah. By seeking refuge in His 'perfect words', we acknowledge His complete authority over all creation, including the unseen realms that can sometimes influence our dreams. It's a proactive measure to safeguard our peace of mind and spiritual well-being throughout the night, preventing nightmares and bad dreams from affecting us.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: 'Whoever says this dua in the evening, no harm will come to him that night.' (Narrated by Abdullah ibn Amr, who said that the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) used to teach them to seek refuge with Allah from the evil that befalls them by saying these words: 'A'udhu bikalimatillahit-tammati min ghadabihi wa 'iqabihi, wa min sharri 'ibadihi, wa min hamazatis-shayateeni wa an yahdhurun.' – Sunan Abi Dawud 3893. Imam Tirmidhi graded it Hasan Gharib.