أُعِيذُهُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّةِ مِنْ كُلِّ شَيْطَانٍ وَهَامَّةٍ، وَمِنْ كُلِّ عَيْنٍ لَامَّةٍ
I seek refuge for him/her in the perfect words of Allah from every devil and every poisonous creature, and from every envious eye.
U'ee'dhuhu bikalimatillahit-tammati min kulli shaitanin wa hammah, wa min kulli 'ainin lammah.
When to Read
This dua is traditionally recited by parents and guardians upon the birth of a child, or at any time they wish to invoke Allah's protection over them. It can be whispered into the child's ears or recited generally for their well-being. It's a beautiful way to begin nurturing the child's connection with Allah from the very start.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, focusing on Allah's power to protect. You can place your hand on the child's forehead or over their heart while reciting. It's recommended to also teach this dua to older children so they can recite it for themselves or for younger siblings.
Virtues & Benefits
This supplication encapsulates the profound need for Allah's protection against unseen evils and malevolent influences. By seeking refuge in Allah's perfect words, we acknowledge His ultimate power and sovereignty. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this dua for his grandsons, Hasan and Husayn (may Allah be pleased with them), highlighting its importance and effectiveness in safeguarding them from harm, whether from jinn (devils), pests ('hammah'), or the evil eye ('ain lammah'). It instills a sense of security and reliance on the Creator from infancy.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Ibn 'Abbas (may Allah be pleased with them): The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to seek refuge for Al-Hasan and Al-Husayn (may Allah be pleased with them) saying: 'I seek refuge for you both in the perfect words of Allah from every devil and every beast, and from every evil eye.' Then he would say: 'Your father (Ibrahim) used to seek refuge with Allah for Ismail and Ishaq with these same words.' (Sahih al-Bukhari 3308)