اللَّهُمَّ رَبَّ السَّمَاوَاتِ السَّبْعِ وَمَا أَظَلَّتْ، وَرَبَّ الأَرَضِينَ وَمَا أَقَلَّتْ، وَرَبَّ الشَّيَاطِينِ وَمَا أَضَلَّتْ، كُنْ لِي جَارًا مِنْ شَرِّ خَلْقِكَ كُلِّهِمْ جَمِيعًا أَنْ يَفْرُطَ عَلَيَّ أَحَدٌ مِنْهُمْ أَوْ أَنْ يَطْغَى، عَزَّ جَارُكَ، وَتَبَارَكَ اسْمُكَ، وَلا إِلَهَ غَيْرُكَ، أَوْ جَلَّ ثَنَاؤُكَ، وَلا إِلَهَ غَيْرُكَ.
O Allah, Lord of the seven heavens and all they cover, Lord of the earths and all they carry, Lord of the devils and all they lead astray, be my neighbor from the evil of all Your creation, lest any of them should rush upon me or transgress against me. Mighty is Your protection, and blessed is Your name, and there is no god but You. Or, Exalted is Your praise, and there is no god but You.
Allahumma Rabba as-samawati as-sab'i wa ma azallat, wa Rabba al-ardiina wa ma aqallat, wa Rabba ash-shayateeni wa ma adallat, kun li jaaran min sharri khalqika kullihim jamee'an an yafruta 'alayya ahadun minhum aw an yatgha, 'azza jaaruk, wa tabaraka ismuk, wa la ilaha ghayruk, aw jalla thana'uk, wa la ilaha ghayruk.
When to Read
This is a powerful supplication that can be recited at any time, but it's particularly beneficial for our elders. We can encourage them to recite it daily, perhaps in the morning after Fajr or in the evening after Maghrib. It's also fitting to recite it when an elderly person is feeling vulnerable or if there's a concern about their safety and well-being, especially regarding falls. Teaching this dua to our aging parents or grandparents is a beautiful way to show we care and wish them ease and protection.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and conviction, directing your plea to Allah Almighty. It's recommended to face the Qiblah if possible, though not a strict requirement for a private supplication. Utter the words clearly and with a hopeful heart. Understanding the meaning behind the words deepens the connection. For elders, it can be read from a written source or learned by heart. The key is the heart's connection with the Creator, seeking His refuge and guardianship.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua offers immense protection and ease. By invoking Allah as the Lord of all creation, we acknowledge His ultimate power and sovereignty. Seeking refuge in Him from the 'evil of all Your creation' encompasses protection from physical harm, illness, and spiritual misguidance. For the elderly, this translates directly to seeking safety from accidents like falls, which can have serious consequences. The phrase 'Mighty is Your protection' reaffirms our faith in Allah's guardianship, providing immense psychological comfort and strength. It’s a plea for Allah's divine intervention, ensuring their steps are steady and their days are peaceful, free from undue hardship.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Ibn 'Abbas: The Prophet (ﷺ) used to seek refuge with Allah for Hasan and Husain saying: 'I seek refuge in Allah's perfect words from every devil and every beast, and from every evil eye.' Then he would say: 'It was the practice of your brother ('Isa) to seek refuge with Allah for Ibrahim and Ishaq.' (Sahih al-Bukhari 3371) Another narration states: 'Allahumma Rabba as-samawati as-sab'i wa ma azallat, wa Rabba al-ardiina wa ma aqallat, wa Rabba ash-shayateeni wa ma adallat, kun li jaaran min sharri khalqika kullihim jamee'an an yafruta 'alayya ahadun minhum aw an yatgha, 'azza jaaruk, wa tabaraka ismuk, wa la ilaha ghayruk.' (Sahih Muslim 2713)