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 whisperings of the devils and from their presence.
A'udhu bikalimatillahit-tammati min ghadabihi wa 'iqabihi, wa min sharri 'ibadihi, wa min hamazatish-shayateeni wa an yahdurun
When to Read
This powerful supplication is highly recommended for reciting daily, especially in the morning and evening, to safeguard yourself, your family, and your blessings from any harm, including the effects of the evil eye (al-ayn) and envy (hasad). It's also beneficial to recite when you feel uneasy or sense potential negativity around you or your loved ones.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and conviction in Allah's power to protect. You can place your hand on the person you wish to protect (like a child) or on your own chest while reciting. It's also a Sunnah practice to recite Surah Al-Baqarah regularly in the home, as it wards off Shaytan. Blowing into one's hands and wiping over the body, particularly when seeking protection, is also a Sunnah taught by the Prophet ﷺ.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates seeking Allah's ultimate protection through His perfect words. It covers seeking refuge from divine displeasure, the mischief of creation, and the insidious whispers and presence of devils. By invoking Allah's perfect words, we acknowledge His supreme authority and power over all creation, including the unseen forces that can cause harm. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua as a comprehensive means of seeking protection.
Source & Authentication
Ibn 'Abbas (may Allah be pleased with them both) reported: The Messenger of Allah ﷺ used to seek refuge for Al-Hasan and Al-Husayn, saying: 'I seek refuge in the perfect words of Allah from every devil and every poisonous creature and from every evil eye.' Then he would say: 'Your father (Abraham) used to seek refuge with Allah for Ishmael and Isaac with this invocation.' (Sunan Abi Dawud 3893 - Hasan)