بِسْمِ اللَّهِ، أَعُوذُ بِاللَّهِ مِنْ شَرِّ نَفْسِي وَشَرِّ الشَّيْطَانِ وَشِرْكِهِ وَأَنْ أَقْتَرِفَ عَلَى نَفْسِي سُوءًا أَوْ أَجُرَّهُ إِلَى مُسْلِمٍ
In the name of Allah, I seek refuge in Allah from the evil of myself and the evil of Satan and his associates, and from bringing evil upon myself or inflicting it upon a Muslim.
Bismillahi, a'udhu billahi min sharri nafsi wa sharri sh-shaytani wa shirkih, wa an aqtarifa 'ala nafsi su'an aw ajurrahu ila muslim.
When to Read
This dua is particularly beneficial when embarking on the journey of learning new Islamic knowledge, preparing to teach or share what you've learned, or whenever you feel exposed to potential harm, envy, or negative influences, especially in the context of seeking or disseminating sacred knowledge. It's a comprehensive supplication for seeking Allah's protection.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, understanding its profound meaning. Place your trust in Allah (Tawakkul). Uttering it before commencing your study session or teaching engagement can create a protective barrier, invoking Allah's guardianship over your efforts. It is recommended to blow gently onto your hands after reciting and then wipe over yourself as much as possible, as indicated in other related narrations.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful supplication invokes Allah's protection against inner evils (our own shortcomings and desires) and external evils (Satan and his traps). By seeking refuge in Allah, we shield ourselves from bringing harm to ourselves or unintentionally causing harm to fellow Muslims, which is especially important when engaging with knowledge that can influence others. This protection extends to safeguarding our learning process from distractions, doubts, and the negative impacts of envy or ill-will directed towards us.
Source & Authentication
The narration from Sunan Abi Dawud states: 'Abdullah ibn Mas'ud (may Allah be pleased with him) said: The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) used to teach us the Tashahhud, and then teach us a dua to say: "Bismillahi, a'udhu billahi min sharri nafsi wa sharri sh-shaytani wa shirkih, wa an aqtarifa 'ala nafsi su'an aw ajurrahu ila muslim." (In the name of Allah, I seek refuge in Allah from the evil of myself and the evil of Satan and his associates, and from bringing evil upon myself or inflicting it upon a Muslim.)