اللَّهُمَّ فَاطِرَ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالأَرْضِ، عَالِمَ الغَيْبِ وَالشَّهَادَةِ، لاَ إِلَهَ إِلاَّ أَنْتَ، رَبَّ كُلِّ شَيْءٍ وَمَلِيْكَهُ، أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ نَفْسِي، وَمِنْ شَرِّ الشَّيْطَانِ وَشِرْكِهِ، وَأَنْ أَقْتَرِفَ عَلَى نَفْسِي سُوءاً، أَوْ أَجُرَّهُ إِلَى مُسْلِمٍ
O Allah, Creator of the heavens and the earth, Knower of the unseen and the seen, there is no god but You, Lord of all things and their Master. I seek refuge in You from the evil of my soul, and from the evil of Satan and his traps, and from bringing evil upon myself or drawing it towards any Muslim.
Allahumma, Fāṭira as-samāwāti wal-arḍ, 'ālimal-ghaybi wash-shahādah, lā ilaha illa anta, Rabba kulli shay'in wa malīkah, a'ūdhu bika min sharri nafsī, wa min sharri ash-shayṭāni wa shirkih, wa an aqtarifa 'alā nafsī sū'an, aw ajurrahu ilā muslim
When to Read
This profound dua is best recited during the sacred hours of Tahajjud, the night prayer. It's a moment when the veil between the servant and the Lord is thinnest, making supplication particularly potent. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us to say this upon waking for Tahajjud, as it encompasses seeking protection throughout the coming day and night. Making it a regular part of your pre-prayer routine can bring immense peace and divine safeguarding.
How to Read
Begin by making your intention to seek Allah's protection. Recite this dua with sincerity and a heartfelt plea, focusing on each word and its meaning. It is recommended to say it upon waking for Tahajjud, before you begin your prayer. You can also make it a part of your general supplications at any time, especially when feeling vulnerable or seeking strength against any potential harm, be it from within yourself, external forces, or the whispers of Satan.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a shield granted by Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta'ala). By reciting it, we are actively invoking His protection against the 'evil of our souls' – our own weaknesses, desires, and inclinations that can lead us astray. We also seek refuge from 'Satan and his traps,' acknowledging the constant struggle against external whispers and temptations. The crucial part of 'bringing evil upon myself or drawing it towards any Muslim' highlights our responsibility to not only protect ourselves but also to avoid causing harm to our fellow believers. This practice, especially during the blessed time of Tahajjud, fosters spiritual resilience and a deep sense of reliance on Allah for safety in all aspects of life, both seen and unseen.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, when he would wake up for Tahajjud, would say: 'O Allah, Lord of the seven heavens and what they cast a shadow of, Lord of the seven earths and what they carry, Lord of the devils and those whom they lead astray, Lord of the winds and what they scatter, we ask You for the good of this wind, the good of what is in it, the good of what it is sent with, and we seek refuge in You from the evil of this wind, the evil of what is in it, and the evil of what it is sent with. O Allah, I ask You for the good of this night and the good of what is in it, and I seek refuge in You from the evil of this night and the evil of what is in it. O Allah, I ask You for the good of this gathering and the good of what is in it, and I seek refuge in You from the evil of this gathering and the evil of what is in it. O Allah, I ask You for the good of what has passed and the good of what is to come, and I seek refuge in You from the evil of what has passed and the evil of what is to come.' Then he would raise his hands and say: 'O Allah, Fāṭira as-samāwāti wal-arḍ, 'ālimal-ghaybi wash-shahādah, lā ilaha illa anta, Rabba kulli shay'in wa malīkah, a'ūdhu bika min sharri nafsī, wa min sharri ash-shayṭāni wa shirkih, wa an aqtarifa 'alā nafsī sū'an, aw ajurrahu ilā muslim.' (O Allah, Creator of the heavens and the earth, Knower of the unseen and the seen, there is no god but You, Lord of all things and their Master. I seek refuge in You from the evil of my soul, and from the evil of Satan and his traps, and from bringing evil upon myself or drawing it towards any Muslim.)