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 devils and from their presence.
A'udhu bikalimatillahit-tammati min ghadabihi wa 'iqabihi, wa sharri 'ibadihi, wa min hamazatis-shayateeni wa an yahdhurun.
When to Read
This dua is exceptionally potent when you feel a pang of worry or fear regarding your child's safety. It can be recited when they are venturing out, during times of perceived danger, or whenever your heart feels unsettled about their well-being. Make it a habit to recite it during the day and before sleep, seeking Allah's protection for them.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, directing your plea to Allah alone. Picture in your mind your child being enveloped in Allah's protective embrace. It's best recited after every prayer, or at least three times in the morning and evening, as taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ for seeking Allah's protection.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua invokes Allah's complete protection. By seeking refuge in His perfect words, you are acknowledging His supreme power over all creation and all forms of evil, including the machinations of Shaytan and the ill intentions of people. It brings peace to the heart by entrusting your child's safety to the One who has mastery over all matters.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua to Abdullah ibn Amr (may Allah be pleased with him) for seeking refuge for himself and his dependents. It is narrated that he would teach these words to his adult children, and for his younger children, he would write them on pieces of paper and have them tied around their necks.