اللَّهُمَّ فَاطِرَ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضِ، عَالِمَ الْغَيْبِ وَالشَّهَادَةِ، لَا أُشْرِكُ بِكَ شَيْئًا، اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ نَفْسِي، وَمِنْ شَرِّ الشَّيْطَانِ وَشِرْكِهِ، وَأَنْ أَقْتَرِفَ عَلَى نَفْسِي سُوءًا، أَوْ أَجُرَّهُ إِلَى مُسْلِمٍ
O Allah, Creator of the heavens and the earth, Knower of the unseen and the seen, I associate nothing with You. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the evil of my soul, and from the evil of Shaitan and his shirk (associating partners with Allah), and from bringing evil upon myself or leading any Muslim to it.
Allahumma fatiras-samawati wal-ard, 'alimal-ghaibi wash-shahadah, la ushriku bika shay'an. Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min sharri nafsi, wa min sharri-sh-shaytani wa shirkih, wa an aqtarif 'ala nafsi su'an, aw ajurrahu ila muslim.
When to Read
This dua is particularly relevant when looking in the mirror. It's a moment of self-reflection, where we see our physical form and are reminded of Allah's creation and our responsibility as His servants. Reciting this upon seeing yourself can be a powerful way to start or end your day with awareness of your inner self and seeking Allah's protection.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a present heart, understanding each word. As you see your reflection, picture yourself before Allah, acknowledging your weaknesses and seeking His divine protection from internal and external evils. It's about recognizing that true beauty lies in purity of heart and consciousness of Allah, not just outward appearance.
Virtues & Benefits
This beautiful supplication encapsulates several profound benefits. It starts by acknowledging Allah's supreme power as the Creator and Knower of all things, establishing Tawhid (Oneness of Allah). It then directly seeks refuge from the most insidious forms of evil: the whispers of our own lower self (nafs) and the persistent temptations of Shaitan. This helps foster a life lived with constant awareness of Allah (Taqwa), preventing us from falling into sin or causing harm to others, thus leading to a more righteous and God-conscious life and a hope for a beautiful end.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used to recite this dua when he woke up at night (for prayer). While the primary context is waking for Tahajjud, the profound seeking of refuge from inner and outer evil makes it highly applicable to any moment of self-reflection, including looking in the mirror. The act of seeing one's own face can be a potent reminder of our mortality and our constant need for Allah's protection.