اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ عَمَلِ الشَّيْطَانِ وَسَيِّئَاتِ الأَحْلاَمِ
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the deeds of Satan and from the evil of unsettling dreams.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min 'amalish-shaytan wa sayyi'atil-ahlam
When to Read
This dua is particularly beneficial to recite before sleeping, especially if you are prone to experiencing disturbing or frightening dreams. It’s a beautiful way to end your day, entrusting yourself to Allah's protection from any negative influence that might manifest in your sleep.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a firm belief in Allah's power to protect. You can recite it while lying down in bed, just before you intend to sleep. It's also a good practice to perform Wudu (ablution) before sleeping, as the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would do.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua invokes Allah's protection specifically from the mischief of Satan, which can sometimes manifest in disturbing dreams. It helps bring peace of mind and assurance, knowing that you have sought refuge in the Almighty. Such duas remind us of our constant need for Allah's help in all aspects of our lives, including our subconscious.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Qatadah (may Allah be pleased with him): The Prophet ﷺ said, 'A good dream from Allah and a bad dream from Satan. So, whoever sees something he dislikes, he should spit to his left three times and seek refuge with Allah from Satan, and it will not harm him. And he should not tell it to anyone.' Abu Qatadah said: 'I heard the Prophet ﷺ saying: 'A good dream from Allah and a bad dream from Satan. So, whoever sees something he dislikes, he should spit to his left three times and seek refuge with Allah from Satan, and it will not harm him. And he should not tell it to anyone.' And in another narration: '...he should seek refuge with Allah from its evil, and recite: "Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min 'amalish-shaytan wa sayyi'atil-ahlam" (O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the deeds of Satan and from the evil of unsettling dreams).'