اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ سَمْعِي، وَمِنْ شَرِّ بَصَرِي، وَمِنْ شَرِّ لِسَانِي، وَمِنْ شَرِّ قَلْبِي، وَمِنْ شَرِّ مَنِيِّي.
O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the evil of my hearing, and from the evil of my sight, and from the evil of my tongue, and from the evil of my heart, and from the evil of my semen/discharge.
Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min sharri sam'i, wa min sharri basari, wa min sharri lisani, wa min sharri qalbi, wa min sharri maniyyi.
When to Read
This is a comprehensive supplication that can be recited at any time, particularly after obligatory prayers or during the morning and evening remembrance (Adhkar). It's especially relevant when one feels the urge to speak ill, backbite, slander, or engage in any form of harmful speech, or when reflecting on past transgressions involving the tongue.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and heartfelt conviction. Focus on the meaning of each phrase, truly seeking Allah's protection from the internal inclinations and external manifestations of evil that can originate from our senses and our hearts, especially the tongue. It's best recited with your hands raised slightly, as is the practice when making dua. Regular recitation, even if you don't feel an immediate temptation, builds a spiritual shield.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses seeking refuge from various forms of evil, with a specific mention of the 'evil of the tongue'. The tongue is a powerful organ that can cause immense harm, leading to broken relationships, societal discord, and grievous sins like backbiting (Gheebah) and slander (Buhtan). By seeking refuge in Allah, we acknowledge our weakness and His absolute power to protect us. This supplication aligns with the Quranic emphasis on guarding our speech (e.g., Surah Al-Hujurat 49:12). Regularly seeking Allah's protection cultivates mindfulness of our speech and strengthens our resolve to use our tongues for good, such as remembrance of Allah (Dhikr), reciting the Quran, and speaking beneficial words.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used to seek refuge in Allah with these words: > **Arabic:** اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ سَمْعِي، وَمِنْ شَرِّ بَصَرِي، وَمِنْ شَرِّ لِسَانِي، وَمِنْ شَرِّ قَلْبِي، وَمِنْ شَرِّ مَنِيِّي. > **Translation:** "O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the evil of my hearing, and from the evil of my sight, and from the evil of my tongue, and from the evil of my heart, and from the evil of my semen/discharge." This hadith is found in Sunan Abu Dawud, Book of Prayer (Kitab Al-Salat), Hadith 1554, and is classified as Sahih.