Dua & Sunnah

Dua for Protection from Bad Dreams in the Morning

Daily Morning Routine
Sahih HadithSahih Muslim 2714

بِسْمِ اللهِ، تَوَكَّلْتُ عَلَى اللهِ، وَلَا حَوْلَ وَلَا قُوَّةَ إِلَّا بِاللهِ. اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ أَنْ أُشْرِكَ بِكَ شَيْئًا أَعْلَمُهُ، وَأَسْتَغْفِرُكَ لِمَا لَا أَعْلَمُهُ، أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ كُلِّ دَابَّةٍ أَنْتَ آخِذٌ بِنَاصِيَتِهَا، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ كُلِّ شَرٍّ، وَمِنْ شَرِّ كُلِّ دَابَّةٍ أَنْتَ آخِذٌ بِنَاصِيَتِهَا، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا يُلِمُّ بِاللَّيْلِ وَالنَّهَارِ إِلَّا طَارِقًا يَطْرُقُ بِخَيْرٍ يَا رَحْمَنُ.

In the name of Allah, I place my trust in Allah, and there is no might nor power except with Allah. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from associating anything with You knowingly, and I seek Your forgiveness for what I know not. I seek refuge in You from the evil of every creature You are seizing by its forelock. I seek refuge in You from the evil of all evil, and from the evil of every creature You are seizing by its forelock. I seek refuge in You from the evil of whatever passes by night and day, except for the night-visitor who comes with good, O Most Merciful.

Bismillahi, tawakkaltu 'alallahi, wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billah. Allahumma inni a'udhu bika an ushrika bika shay'an a'lamuh, wa astaghfiruka lima la a'lamuh. A'udhu bika min sharri kulli dabah, anta akhidhun binasiyatiha, wa a'udhu bika min sharri kulli sharr, wa min sharri kulli dabah, anta akhidhun binasiyatiha, wa a'udhu bika min sharri ma yulimmu billayli wan-nahari illa tariqan yatruqu bikhairin ya Rahman.

When to Read

This powerful dua is recommended to be recited immediately upon waking up, before getting out of bed. It's a crucial part of our morning routine, setting the tone for the day with reliance on Allah and seeking His protection.

How to Read

Recite this dua with sincere intention and full reliance on Allah (tawakkul). It's best to say it upon waking in the morning, perhaps before you even move or open your eyes fully. Focus on the meaning of the words and truly feel your need for Allah's protection.

Virtues & Benefits

This comprehensive dua offers a shield against all sorts of evil, including any lingering negative feelings or anxieties from bad dreams experienced during sleep. By invoking Allah's name and acknowledging His absolute power and control, we are asking Him to safeguard our day from any harm, be it from creatures, unseen evils, or disturbing thoughts that might try to affect us after waking. It's a beautiful way to start the day in Allah's embrace, seeking His 'afiyah (well-being and protection).

Source & Authentication

It was narrated from Abu Malik Al-Ash'ari that the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: 'When one of you wakes up in the morning, let him say: 'Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min sharri hadhihi an-fusina wa min sharri kulli dabah anta akhidhun binasiyatiha...' (The full dua as provided in the 'arabicText' field). And it was narrated with this chain: 'Bismillahi, tawakkaltu 'alallahi, wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billah. Allahumma inni a'udhu bika an ushrika bika shay'an a'lamuh, wa astaghfiruka lima la a'lamuh...' (The rest of the dua).
Sahih HadithSahih Muslim 2714
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