أَعُوذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّاتِ مِنْ غَضَبِهِ وَعِقَابِهِ، وَشَرِّ عِبَادِهِ، وَمِنْ هَمَزَاتِ الشَّيَاطِينِ وَأَنْ يَحْضُرُونِ.
I seek refuge in the perfect words of Allah from His anger and His punishment, and from the evil of His servants, and from the whispers of devils and from their presence.
A'udhu bikalimatillahit-tammati min ghadabihi wa 'iqabihi, wa sharri 'ibadihi, wa min hamazatish-shayateeni wa an yahdurun.
When to Read
This powerful dua is a shield for us during Ramadan, and indeed, throughout the year. The Prophet ﷺ taught us to recite it in the morning and evening. Imagine starting your day or ending your fast with this plea for divine protection. It’s particularly relevant as we focus on spiritual discipline and warding off negative influences during the blessed month.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely, focusing on the meaning and the immense power of Allah's words. The Prophet ﷺ taught us to say it three times in the morning and three times in the evening. When you say 'I seek refuge,' truly internalize that you are placing yourself under Allah’s safeguard. Let your heart be present, connecting with the One who has absolute control.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encapsulates a comprehensive plea for protection. It covers seeking refuge from Allah’s displeasure, His punishment, the mischief of humankind, and the insidious whispers and presence of Shayateen. By seeking refuge in Allah's 'perfect words' – His divine decree and speech – we are invoking the highest form of protection. The Prophet ﷺ assured us that whoever says this in the morning is protected until the evening, and whoever says it in the evening is protected until the morning (Sahih Muslim 2708). This offers a profound sense of security, knowing we are under Allah’s watchful care.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 'He who recites three times every morning and evening: *A'udhu bikalimatillahit-tammati min ghadabihi wa 'iqabihi, wa sharri 'ibadihi, wa min hamazatish-shayateeni wa an yahdurun* (I seek refuge in the perfect words of Allah from His anger and His punishment, and from the evil of His servants, and from the whispers of devils and from their presence), then no harm will come to him.' [Sahih Muslim 2708]