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 the heavens can cause harm, and He is the Hearing, the Knowing.
Bismillahilladhi la yadhurru ma'asmihi shay'un fil-ardi wa la fis-sama'i wa huwas-Samee'ul-Aleem
When to Read
This powerful dua should be recited in the morning, after Fajr prayer or as soon as you wake up and are ready to begin your day. It's a beautiful way to entrust your day, and all its potential outcomes, to Allah's care.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and full conviction in Allah's power. Focus on the meaning of the words: acknowledging Allah's name as a shield against all harm, whether it originates from the earth or the sky. Trusting in His hearing and knowledge of all things brings immense peace.
Virtues & Benefits
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ informed us that whoever recites this dua three times in the morning will not be afflicted by any sudden calamity until the evening. And if he recites it in the evening, he will not be afflicted by any sudden calamity until the morning. (Sahih Muslim 2040). This is a magnificent promise of Allah's protection, granted through this simple yet profound supplication.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Uthman ibn Affan (may Allah be pleased with him): The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said: "He who says: 'Bismillahilladhi la yadhurru ma'asmihi shay'un fil-ardi wa la fis-sama'i wa huwas-Samee'ul-Aleem' (In the name of Allah, with whose name nothing on earth or in the heavens can cause harm, and He is the Hearing, the Knowing), three times, will be protected from all afflictions until the morning comes. And he who says it in the morning three times will be protected from all afflictions until he reaches the evening." - Sahih Muslim 2040