Dua & Sunnah

Dua of Gratitude for Protection from Evil

Gratitude
Sahih HadithSahih Muslim 2708

أَعُوذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّاتِ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا خَلَقَ

I seek refuge in the perfect words of Allah from the evil of what He has created.

A'udhu bikalimatillahit-tammati min sharri ma khalaq

When to Read

This profound dua is recommended to be recited in the morning and evening. It’s a powerful way to start and end your day, seeking Allah’s encompassing protection against any harm or malevolence that may be present in His creation.

How to Read

Recite this dua with sincere intention and conviction, believing in the power of Allah's perfect words to shield you. It is recommended to recite it three times in the morning and three times in the evening. Feel the weight of the words as you utter them, consciously entrusting your safety to the Almighty.

Virtues & Benefits

By reciting this dua, we express our reliance on Allah's ultimate power and protection. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua as a means to be safeguarded from all sorts of evils, whether they be physical, spiritual, or from unseen sources. It’s a recognition of Allah's complete dominion and the efficacy of His divine words.

Source & Authentication

Abu Huraira reported: A man came to the Prophet, peace be upon him, and said: 'O Messenger of Allah, I felt stung by a scorpion last night.' He said: 'If you had said, when evening came: A'udhu bikalimatillahit-tammati min sharri ma khalaq (I seek refuge in the perfect words of Allah from the evil of what He has created), it would not have harmed you.' Sahih Muslim 2708
Sahih HadithSahih Muslim 2708
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