أُعِيذُهُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّةِ مِنْ كُلِّ شَيْطَانٍ وَهَامَّةٍ، وَمِنْ كُلِّ عَيْنٍ لَامَّةٍ
I seek refuge for him/her with the perfect words of Allah, from every devil and every beast, and from every evil eye.
U'eezuhu bikalimatillahit-tammati min kulli shaitanin wa hammatin, wa min kulli 'aynin lammah
When to Read
This dua is traditionally recited by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ when seeking protection for a child, especially at birth or during infancy. It is a beautiful supplication to ask Allah to shield the newborn from any harm, be it spiritual (devils), physical (harmful creatures), or the envious eye, as they begin their journey in this world. You can recite this over your newborn baby shortly after birth and continue to do so regularly, especially when feeling concerned about their well-being.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a heart full of trust in Allah. Gently blow on your newborn after reciting, or place your hand on their head while supplicating. The act of seeking refuge in Allah's perfect words is powerful, and it's about connecting with the Creator to protect His creation. Ensure you are in a state of purity if possible, though the primary focus is the intention and the words.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua embodies the Islamic principle of seeking Allah's protection for our children. By reciting it, we acknowledge Allah as the ultimate protector and actively engage in safeguarding our newborns from potential harms. It instills a sense of peace and reliance on the Almighty for parents during the vulnerable period of a child's early life. The Prophet's ﷺ practice of reciting this dua for his grandsons, Al-Hasan and Al-Husayn (may Allah be pleased with them), highlights its significance and divine endorsement.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Ibn 'Abbas: The Prophet (ﷺ) used to seek protection for Al-Hasan and Al-Husayn (may Allah be pleased with them) saying: 'I seek protection for you both with Allah's perfect words, from every devil and every poisonous creature, and from every evil eye.' Then he would say: 'Ibrahim (Abraham) used to seek protection for his progeny Ishmael and Isaac (Isaac) with these same words.'