بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الَّذِي لَا يَضُرُّ مَعَ اسْمِهِ شَيْءٌ فِي الْأَرْضِ وَلَا فِي السَّمَاءِ وَهُوَ السَّمِيعُ الْعَلِيمُ
In the name of Allah, with Whose name nothing harms on earth or in heaven, and He is the Hearing, the Knowing.
Bismillaahil-ladhi laa yadhurru ma'asmihi shay'un fil-ardi wa laa fis-samaa'i wa huwas-samee'ul-'aleem
When to Read
This powerful supplication is recommended to be recited in the morning and evening. Reciting it consistently offers a shield against unexpected difficulties and dangers that might arise throughout the day or night. It's a proactive measure, asking Allah for His omnipresent protection before any calamity strikes.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and firm belief in Allah's power to protect. Utter the words clearly, focusing on their meaning and the protection they invoke. It's best to say it three times in the morning after Fajr and three times in the evening after Asr. This repetition amplifies the seeking of divine safeguard.
Virtues & Benefits
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) assured us that whoever recites this dua three times in the morning will not be afflicted by any sudden calamity until the evening, and whoever recites it three times in the evening will not be afflicted by any sudden calamity until the morning. This is a profound guarantee of Allah's protection against unforeseen misfortunes, accidents, and harmful events. It instills a sense of peace and security, knowing that Allah is our ultimate guardian.
Source & Authentication
Uthman ibn Affan (may Allah be pleased with him) reported: The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: 'He who says: 'Bismillaahil-ladhi laa yadhurru ma'asmihi shay'un fil-ardi wa laa fis-samaa'i wa huwas-samee'ul-'aleem' (In the name of Allah, with Whose name nothing harms on earth or in heaven, and He is the Hearing, the Knowing) three times, will not be afflicted by any sudden calamity until morning comes, and whoever says it in the morning three times will not be afflicted by any sudden calamity until evening comes.' — Sunan Abu Dawud 5087, graded Sahih by al-Albani. Also found in Sahih Ibn Majah 3864.