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 can harm on earth or in heaven, and He is the All-Hearing, the All-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 is part of the recommended morning adhkar (remembrances of Allah). It's best recited immediately after Fajr prayer, before the sun has fully risen, setting a tone of reliance on Allah for the entire day. Reciting it when facing or anticipating oppression, injustice, or any form of harm is particularly beneficial, as it directly calls upon Allah for protection.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and firm belief in Allah's power and protection. Focus on the meaning of the words, acknowledging that true safety and strength come only from Him. It is recommended to say it three times each morning to maximize its protective effect.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua offers profound protection against all forms of harm, whether physical, spiritual, or emotional. By invoking Allah's name and acknowledging His attributes as the All-Hearing and All-Knowing, we affirm our absolute dependence on Him. The hadith states that whoever recites this three times in the morning will not be afflicted by any sudden calamity until the evening, and whoever recites it three times in the evening will not be afflicted until the morning. This protection extends to enduring difficulties and oppression with patience and strength, knowing Allah is with those who persevere.
Source & Authentication
Uthman bin Affan (may Allah be pleased with him) reported: The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: "He who says: 'In the name of Allah, with Whose name nothing on earth or in the heavens can harm, and He is the All-Hearing and All-Knowing' three times every morning, will not be afflicted by calamity suddenly until the morning comes, and he who says it three times every evening will not be afflicted by calamity suddenly until the evening comes." (Sunan Abi Dawud 5087, Sahih).