أُعِيذُكَ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّةِ مِنْ كُلِّ شَيْطَانٍ وَهَامَّةٍ، وَمِنْ كُلِّ عَيْنٍ لَامَّةٍ
I seek refuge for you with the perfect words of Allah, from every devil and every poisonous creature, and from every envious eye.
U'eezubika bikalimatillahit-tammati min kulli shaytanin wa hāmmatin, wa min kulli 'aynin lāmmah.
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited by parents or guardians when holding their newborn, especially during the first few days and weeks. It's a moment of immense gratitude and a powerful reminder of seeking Allah's protection over this precious new life as they begin to perceive the world around them. It can also be recited when a newborn is first shown to others, asking Allah to shield them from any potential envy.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and heartfelt supplication. Place your hand gently on the baby's head or chest as you recite. Focus on the meaning, acknowledging Allah's complete power to protect and preserve. It's a personal supplication, so reciting it quietly while focusing on the child is best.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua invokes Allah's perfect words for protection, safeguarding the newborn from harmful influences like devils ('shaytan') and malicious eyes ('ayn lammah'). It's a powerful way for parents to fulfill their responsibility of protecting their child, as taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. By reciting this, we acknowledge that true safety and security come only from Allah.
Source & Authentication
Ibn 'Abbas reported: The Prophet ﷺ used to seek refuge for Al-Hasan and Al-Husayn, saying: 'Your father (Abraham) used to seek refuge with Allah for Ismail and Ishaq with these words: 'A'udhu bikalimatillahit-tammati min kulli shaytanin wa hāmmatin, wa min kulli 'aynin lāmmah.' (I seek refuge in the perfect words of Allah from every devil and every beast, and from every evil eye).