اللَّهُمَّ فَاطِرَ السَّمَوَاتِ وَالأَرْضِ، عَالِمَ الْغَيْبِ وَالشَّهَادَةِ، لاَ إِلَهَ إِلاَّ أَنْتَ، رَبَّ كُلِّ شَيْءٍ وَمَلِيكَهُ، أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ نَفْسِي، وَمِنْ شَرِّ الشَّيْطَانِ وَشِرْكِهِ، وَأَنْ أَقْتَرِفَ عَلَى نَفْسِي سُوءًا، أَوْ أَجُرَّهُ إِلَى مُسْلِمٍ
O Allah, Creator of the heavens and the earth, Knower of the seen and the unseen, there is no god but You, Lord of all things and their Master. I seek refuge in You from the evil of my soul, and from the evil of Satan and his idolatry, and from bringing evil upon myself or dragging it to any Muslim.
Allahumma fatiras-samawati wal-ard, 'alimal-ghaybi wash-shahadah, la ilaha illa Anta, Rabba kulli shay'in wa malikahu, a'udhu bika min nafsi, wa min ash-shaytani wa shirkih, wa an aqtarifa 'ala nafsi su'an, aw ajurrahu ila muslim
When to Read
This dua is profound and comprehensive, suitable for reciting when you feel overwhelmed by potential harm, deceit, or the whispers of Satan. It's excellent for morning and evening remembrance (dhikr), or whenever you face a situation where you fear falling into sin or causing harm to others, intentionally or unintentionally. Think of it as a shield against your own weaknesses and external influences that might lead you astray.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere conviction, focusing on each word and its meaning. Understand that you are entrusting yourself to Allah, the Creator and Master of all. It’s a plea for divine protection from internal struggles (the evil of your own soul) and external temptations (Satan and his influences). The latter part, 'or dragging it to any Muslim,' highlights a deep concern for the well-being of the community, making it a dua that benefits not just you, but your brothers and sisters too. You can raise your hands slightly while reciting this, as is customary for supplication.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua is a powerful shield against several forms of harm: * **Protection from Internal Evil:** It acknowledges the 'evil of my soul' – our own base desires and inclinations that can lead us to sin. Seeking refuge from this is crucial for spiritual growth. * **Protection from Satan:** It directly asks for protection from Satan ('ash-shaytan') and his attempts to lead us to 'shirk' (associating partners with Allah, or any form of excessive devotion to anything other than Him, or falling into major sins). * **Preventing Self-Harm and Harm to Others:** The dua seeks to prevent one from committing evil ('su'an') against oneself or 'dragging it to any Muslim.' This encompasses avoiding actions that harm one's own faith and worldly life, and also not causing trouble, sin, or suffering to other Muslims. * **Comprehensive Trust in Allah:** By calling upon Allah as the 'Creator of the heavens and the earth,' 'Knower of the seen and the unseen,' and 'Lord of all things and their Master,' it reinforces tawakkul (reliance on Allah) and recognizes His absolute power and knowledge.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet (peace be upon him) used to say: 'O Allah, Creator of the heavens and the earth, Knower of the seen and the unseen, there is no god but You, Lord of all things and their Master. I seek refuge in You from the evil of my soul, and from the evil of Satan and his idolatry, and from bringing evil upon myself or dragging it to any Muslim.' (Sunan At-Tirmidhi 3523) **Context:** This dua is taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ as a means of seeking comprehensive protection. It acknowledges our own weaknesses and the ever-present threat of Satan, while placing our trust in Allah's ultimate power and mercy to safeguard us. The inclusion of protecting other Muslims shows the holistic nature of Islamic teachings, emphasizing the brotherhood and sisterhood of the Ummah.