أَعُوذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّاتِ مِنْ غَضَبِهِ وَعِقَابِهِ، وَشَرِّ 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 sharri 'ibadihi, wa min hamazatish-shayateeni wa an yahdhuroon.
When to Read
This powerful dua is recommended to be recited before sleeping. If you find yourself frequently troubled by bad dreams or a sense of unease that overwhelms you during the night, making this a regular part of your bedtime routine can bring significant peace.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere conviction, believing in the protective power of Allah's words. It's often recommended to say it three times in the morning and three times in the evening, as well as before sleeping. Focus on the meaning as you recite, understanding that you are placing yourself under Allah's divine protection from all forms of evil, including the psychological distress of bad dreams.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua offers comprehensive protection. By seeking refuge in Allah's perfect words, you are safeguarding yourself from His displeasure, His punishment, and the ill intentions or actions of others. Crucially, it provides a shield against the insidious whispers and disruptive presence of Shaytan, which can manifest as disturbing thoughts or bad dreams, causing fear and anxiety. This dua is a spiritual antidote to the psychological turmoil that bad dreams can bring.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abdullah bin Amr bin Al-'As (may Allah be pleased with him): The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: 'When any one of you wakes up from sleep and says: A'udhu bikalimatillahit-tammati min ghadabihi wa 'iqabihi, wa sharri 'ibadihi, wa min hamazatish-shayateeni wa an yahdhuroon. (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), then nothing will harm him until he goes to sleep again.'