أُعِيذُكُمَا بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّةِ مِنْ كُلِّ شَيْطَانٍ وَهَامَّةٍ، وَمِنْ كُلِّ عَيْنٍ لَامَّةٍ.
I seek protection for you both with the perfect words of Allah, from every devil and every venomous creature, and from every condemning eye.
U'idhukuma bikalimatillahit-tammati min kulli shaitanin wa hāmmatin, wa min kulli 'aynin lāmmah.
When to Read
This beautiful dua is traditionally recited by parents or guardians for their newborn child. While not specifically mentioning the adhan or Quran, the intention is to seek Allah's protection for the child, which forms the foundation for them to grow up pious and receptive to the remembrance of Allah, including the adhan and the Quran. It is particularly touching to recite this dua shortly after the adhan is called for the child, or when the child is in a peaceful state, hoping to instill a connection with these sacred elements from the very beginning of their life.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a pure heart, envisioning Allah's protection enveloping the child. It is recommended to place your hand on the child's head or body while reciting. The dua is usually said three times. Focus on the meaning of seeking refuge in Allah's perfect words, safeguarding the child from all harm, seen and unseen.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua offers comprehensive protection for the newborn from all forms of evil, including spiritual harm (devils) and physical harm (venomous creatures, evil eye). By seeking Allah's protection from the outset, parents are laying the groundwork for a righteous upbringing, where the child may naturally be drawn to the sounds of the adhan and the verses of the Quran, growing up with love and reverence for their faith.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Ibn `Abbas: The Prophet (ﷺ) used to seek refuge for Al-Hasan and Al-Husain (may Allah be pleased with them) saying: 'I seek protection for you both with the perfect words of Allah, from every devil and every venomous creature, and from every condemning eye.' Then he would say: 'Your father (i.e. Abraham) used to seek refuge with Allah for Ishmael and Isaac with the same.'