أَعُوذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّاتِ مِنْ غَضَبِهِ وَعِقَابِهِ، وَمِنْ شَرِّ عِبَادِهِ، وَمِنْ هَمَزَاتِ الشَّيَاطِينِ وَأَنْ يَحْضُرُونِ.
I seek refuge in the perfect words of Allah from His anger and His punishment, and from the evil of His servants, and from the whispers of the devils and their attendance.
A'udhu bikalimatillahit-tammati min ghadabihi wa 'iqabihi, wa min sharri 'ibadihi, wa min hamazatish-shayateeni wa an yahdurun.
When to Read
This dua is part of the morning supplications (Adhkar as-Sabah). It's recommended to recite it after Fajr prayer, before the sun has fully risen, to protect oneself throughout the day from harmful influences, both internal and external. Making this a habit ensures you start your day with a shield of Allah's protection.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, focusing on the meaning. It's best recited in Arabic, but if you're learning, you can read the transliteration. Ensure you're in a state of purity if possible, though it's not strictly required for this remembrance. Reflect on the power of Allah's words and His ability to shield you.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua is a powerful way to seek Allah's protection from the temptations and evil suggestions of Shaytan, which can manifest as intrusive or negative thoughts. It also safeguards us from the harm that might come from people and from incurring Allah's displeasure. By seeking refuge in Allah's perfect words, we acknowledge His ultimate power and sovereignty, drawing His divine protection over our day.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abdullah ibn Khubayb (may Allah be pleased with him): We went out with the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) on a very dark and rainy night, and we called out to him to pray for us. He said: "I prayed for you." Then he said: "I went out and recited the words of the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) to him, and he said: 'Recite them in the morning and in the evening.'" The Hadith mentions: "A'udhu bikalimatillahit-tammati min ghadabihi wa 'iqabihi, wa min sharri 'ibadihi, wa min hamazatish-shayateeni wa an yahdurun." (Sunan Abu Dawud 3893, Sunan At-Tirmidhi 3474 - Tirmidhi graded it Hasan Sahih).