بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الَّذِي لَا يَضُرُّ مَعَ اسْمِهِ شَيْءٌ فِي الْأَرْضِ وَلَا فِي السَّمَاءِ وَهُوَ السَّمِيعُ الْعَلِيمُ
In the name of Allah, with whose name nothing can cause harm on earth nor in the heavens, and He is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing.
Bismillahil-ladhi la yadhurru ma'asmihi shay'un fil-ardi wa la fis-sama'i, wa Huwas-Sami'ul-'Aleem.
When to Read
This powerful dua is recommended to be recited three times in the morning and three times in the evening. It serves as a general supplication for protection against all forms of harm, including sudden and untimely death. By invoking Allah's name and acknowledging His attributes of hearing and knowing, we seek His safeguarding throughout our day and night.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, focusing on its meaning. Believe that Allah (SWT) is the ultimate protector. Ensure you are in a state of purity if possible, though the primary requirement is a heartfelt supplication. Make it a regular part of your morning and evening remembrance (Adhkar).
Virtues & Benefits
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ promised a great reward for reciting this dua. He stated: 'Whoever says this three times in the morning, will not be afflicted by any sudden calamity until the evening. And whoever says it three times in the evening, will not be afflicted by any sudden calamity until the morning.' (Sunan Abu Dawud 5087). This protection extends to all forms of sudden afflictions, including premature death, ensuring peace of mind and trust in Allah's plan.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abu al-Darda: The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 'No servant says, in the morning of every day and the evening of every night: 'Bismillahil-ladhi la yadhurru ma'asmihi shay'un fil-ardi wa la fis-sama'i, wa Huwas-Sami'ul-'Aleem.' (In the name of Allah, with whose name nothing can cause harm on earth nor in the heavens, and He is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing) – three times, but that nothing will harm him.' — Sunan Abu Dawud 5087. Sahih.