اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ عَمَلِ الشَّيْطَانِ وَسَيِّئِ الأَحْلاَمِ
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the actions of Satan and from evil dreams.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min 'amalish-shaytan wa sayyi'il-ahlam
When to Read
This dua is specifically recommended to be recited before sleeping. It's a profound way to protect oneself from distressing or misleading dreams that might stem from Shaytan's whispers or our own anxieties.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely with your heart. It's best to turn to the right side when going to sleep and recite this dua as part of your nightly remembrance (dhikr) before drifting off. Ensure you are in a state of purity if possible, although it is not a strict condition for this specific supplication.
Virtues & Benefits
By reciting this dua, we are actively seeking Allah's protection against the negative influences of Shaytan, which can manifest in disturbing dreams. It's a practical way to safeguard our minds and hearts during sleep, ensuring that our rest is peaceful and free from undue distress. This protection extends to preventing our dreams from leading us astray or causing us fear and anxiety.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Qatadah (may Allah be pleased with him): The Prophet ﷺ said, 'A good dream comes from Allah, and a bad dream comes from Satan. So, if any one of you sees something he dislikes, he should spit to his left three times and seek refuge in Allah from Satan, and it will not harm him.' He added, 'I love to see good dreams and I wish to see what I dislike (in a dream) but am not harmed.' [Sahih Muslim 112] Another narration from Sahih Muslim (112) has the following wording for the dua: 'Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min 'amalish-shaytan wa sayyi'il-ahlam' (O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the actions of Satan and from evil dreams).