اللَّهُمَّ عَالِمَ الْغَيْبِ وَالشَّهَادَةِ، فَاطِرَ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضِ، رَبَّ كُلِّ شَيْءٍ وَمَلِيكَهُ، أَشْهَدُ أَنْ لَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا أَنْتَ، أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ نَفْسِي، وَمِنْ شَرِّ الشَّيْطَانِ وَشِرْكِهِ، وَأَنْ أَقْتَرِفَ عَلَى نَفْسِي سُوءًا، أَوْ أَجُرَّهُ إِلَى مُسْلِمٍ.
O Allah, Knower of the unseen and the seen, Originator of the heavens and the earth, Lord of all things and their Owner, I bear witness that there is no god but You. I seek refuge in You from the evil of my soul, and from the evil of the devil and his idolatry, and that I may commit evil against myself or draw it to any Muslim.
Allahumma 'aalimal-ghaibi wash-shahaadati, faatiras-samawaati wal-ardi, Rabba kulli shay'in wa maleekahu, ash-hadu an laa ilaaha illaa Anta, a'udhu bika min sharri nafsi, wa min sharri-sh-shaytaani wa shirkih, wa an aqtarifa 'ala nafsi soo'an, aw ajurrahu ilaa muslim.
When to Read
This profound supplication is recited in the morning, after Fajr prayer, before engaging with the day's activities. It's a beautiful way to start your day, seeking Allah's protection and guidance for your speech and actions.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a humble heart, focusing on the meaning of each word. Reflect on your dependence on Allah for protection against inner evils and the influence of Shaitan. Utter the Arabic clearly and with conviction.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a powerful shield against succumbing to one's own lower self and the whispers of Shaitan, which often lead to falsehood and negativity. By seeking refuge in Allah, we ask for protection for ourselves and for our fellow Muslims from the ripple effects of our words and deeds. It fosters mindfulness about our speech and actions throughout the day, aiming for truthfulness and preventing harm.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) taught this supplication as a morning prayer. It is found in Sunan Abi Dawud and Jami` at-Tirmidhi. The Prophet (peace be upon him) would say this upon waking in the morning. Its inclusion in the morning adhkar emphasizes the importance of setting a righteous intention and seeking divine protection from the outset of the day.