أُعِيذُكُمَا بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّةِ مِنْ كُلِّ شَيْطَانٍ وَهَامَّةٍ وَمِنْ كُلِّ عَيْنٍ لاَمَّةٍ
I seek refuge for you two in the perfect words of Allah, from every devil and every poisonous creature, and from every evil eye.
U'eedhukuma bikalimatillahit-tammah, min kulli shaytanin wa hammah, wa min kulli 'aynin lammah.
When to Read
We all know that surge of love and admiration when we look at our children – their innocent faces, their vibrant energy. Sometimes, this deep love can come with a quiet worry about protecting them from harm, even from the subtle influence of the 'evil eye' (al-ayn), which can be cast unintentionally, even by someone who loves them deeply. This dua is perfect for those moments. Recite it whenever you feel that overwhelming sense of admiration for your children, whether you're looking at their reflection in a mirror, watching them play, or simply observing their beauty and blessings. It’s a powerful supplication for seeking Allah's comprehensive protection against all kinds of harm, visible and invisible.
How to Read
The Arabic text above uses 'U'eedhukuma' (أُعِيذُكُمَا), which means 'I seek refuge for *you two*.' This is the specific wording the Prophet ﷺ used when making dua for his two grandsons, Al-Hasan and Al-Husain (may Allah be pleased with them both). To adapt it for your specific situation: * **For one son (male child):** Say **أُعِيذُكَ** (*U'eedhuka*) instead of *U'eedhukuma*. * **For one daughter (female child):** Say **أُعِيذُكِ** (*U'eedhuki*) instead of *U'eedhukuma*. * **For multiple children (three or more):** Say **أُعِيذُكُمْ** (*U'eedhukum*) instead of *U'eedhukuma*. Recite this dua with sincerity, placing your complete trust in Allah's ability to protect. You can gently blow on your children after reciting it, or simply make the dua in your heart for them.
Virtues & Benefits
This beautiful dua carries immense benefits, primarily offering comprehensive protection for our children. When the Prophet ﷺ recited this for Al-Hasan and Al-Husain, he was following the sunnah of Prophet Ibrahim (peace be upon him), who used to make a similar dua for his sons Isma'il and Ishaq. This indicates the profound importance and efficacy of this supplication across generations of prophets. Reciting this dua helps to: * **Ward off the evil eye (al-ayn):** This is a primary benefit, protecting children from the effects of envy or even unintentional admiration that can lead to harm. * **Protect from devils (shayateen) and jinn:** It seeks refuge from all evil spiritual entities. * **Guard against poisonous creatures (hammah):** This includes protection from harmful insects, reptiles, and other dangerous creatures. * **Provide general protection from all harm:** The phrase 'min kulli shaytanin wa hammah, wa min kulli 'aynin lammah' (from every devil, every poisonous creature, and every evil eye) is comprehensive, encompassing various forms of affliction and danger.
Source & Authentication
Ibn `Abbas (may Allah be pleased with him) narrated: The Prophet (peace be upon him) used to seek Refuge with Allah for Al-Hasan and Al-Husain and say: > **Arabic:** أُعِيذُكُمَا بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّةِ مِنْ كُلِّ شَيْطَانٍ وَهَامَّةٍ وَمِنْ كُلِّ عَيْنٍ لاَمَّةٍ > > **Translation:** "I seek refuge for you two in the perfect words of Allah, from every devil and every poisonous creature, and from every evil eye." And he would say: "Your forefather (i.e., Prophet Ibrahim) used to seek Refuge with Allah for Isma'il and Ishaq by reciting: > **Arabic:** أَعُوذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّةِ مِنْ كُلِّ شَيْطَانٍ وَهَامَّةٍ، وَمِنْ كُلِّ عَيْنٍ لاَمَّةٍ > > **Translation:** "I seek refuge in the perfect words of Allah, from every devil and every poisonous creature, and from every evil eye." — Sahih al-Bukhari 3371