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 on earth or in heaven can cause harm, and He is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing.
Bismillahilladhi la yadurru ma'asmihi shay'un fil-ardi wa la fis-sama'i, wa Huwas-Sami'ul-'Alim.
When to Read
This powerful dua is best recited in the morning and evening. When you're living alone in a foreign country, away from your usual support system, reciting this offers a profound sense of connection to Allah and a shield against any potential harm, seen or unseen. It's particularly comforting when you might feel vulnerable or overwhelmed by your surroundings.
How to Read
Recite this supplication three times in the morning after Fajr and three times in the evening after Maghrib. It’s about sincerity and certainty in Allah's protection. Visualize His power encompassing you as you speak the words. Make sure to say it with full presence, understanding that you are placing yourself under His care.
Virtues & Benefits
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ promised that whoever recites this dua three times in the morning and three times in the evening will not be afflicted by any sudden calamity. For those living alone abroad, this offers immense peace of mind, knowing that Allah's protection is a constant companion, warding off troubles that might arise in an unfamiliar environment. It cultivates reliance (tawakkul) on Allah, which is essential when navigating new challenges.
Source & Authentication
Uthman ibn Affan (may Allah be pleased with him) reported: The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said: "Whoever says 'Bismillahilladhi la yadurru ma'asmihi shay'un fil-ardi wa la fis-sama'i, wa Huwas-Sami'ul-'Alim' three times every morning, will not be afflicted by any sudden calamity until the evening. And whoever says it three times every evening, will not be afflicted by any sudden calamity until the morning." — Sunan Abi Dawud 5087. Graded Sahih by Al-Albani.