بِسْمِ اللهِ الَّذِي لَا يَضُرُّ مَعَ اسْمِهِ شَيْءٌ فِي الْأَرْضِ وَلَا فِي السَّمَاءِ وَهُوَ السَّمِيعُ الْعَلِيمُ
In the name of Allah, with whose name nothing can cause harm on earth nor in the heavens, and He is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing.
Bismillahil-ladhi la yadhurru ma'asmihi shay'un fil-ardi wa la fis-sama'i wa huwas-Samee'ul-Aleem.
When to Read
This powerful dua is recommended to be recited three times in the morning and three times in the evening. It serves as a shield against unforeseen misfortunes, illnesses, and calamities that might strike suddenly.
How to Read
Recite this supplication with sincere intention and conviction, focusing on the meaning of Allah's perfect names and attributes. It's best to say it while facing the Qiblah, with hands raised slightly, and with a humble heart. The act of reciting it morning and evening is itself a beautiful practice that cultivates reliance on Allah.
Virtues & Benefits
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ informed us that whoever recites this dua in the morning and evening, 'nothing will harm him.' This protection extends to all forms of harm, including sudden disasters, as it invokes the power and protection of Allah, the All-Hearing and All-Knowing. It instills peace of mind and a deep sense of security, knowing that one is under Allah's watchful care.
Source & Authentication
Uthman ibn Affan (may Allah be pleased with him) reported: The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said: "He who says: 'Bismillahil-ladhi la yadhurru ma'asmihi shay'un fil-ardi wa la fis-sama'i wa huwas-Samee'ul-Aleem.' (In the name of Allah, with whose name nothing can cause harm on earth nor in the heavens, and He is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing) three times, will not be afflicted by any sudden calamity until morning, and whoever says it in the morning three times, will not be afflicted by any sudden calamity until morning." — Sunan Abi Dawud 5087, Sahih by Al-Albani