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 or in the heavens, and He is the Hearing, the Knowing.
Bismillahi alladhi la yadhurru ma'asmihi shay'un fil-ardi wa la fis-sama'i wa huwas-Samee'ul-Aleem
When to Read
This powerful supplication is recommended to be recited every morning and evening. By saying it three times in the morning, you are protected until the evening, and by saying it three times in the evening, you are protected until the morning. It provides comprehensive protection against all forms of harm, including poisons and harmful substances, by seeking Allah's safeguard.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincere intention and conviction in Allah's power. It is best to say it after the morning and evening prayers (Fajr and Asr/Maghrib), or at any suitable time during those periods. Imagine Allah's protective shield encompassing you as you utter these words.
Virtues & Benefits
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) guaranteed that whoever recites this dua in the morning and evening, nothing will harm them. This protection extends to all adversities, including the insidious effects of poisons and harmful substances. It is a profound statement of Tawakkul (reliance on Allah) and a testament to His all-encompassing knowledge and hearing.
Source & Authentication
Uthman ibn Affan (may Allah be pleased with him) reported: The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: 'Whoever says: "Bismillahi alladhi la yadhurru ma'asmihi shay'un fil-ardi wa la fis-sama'i wa huwas-Samee'ul-Aleem" three times in the morning, he will not be afflicted by any sudden calamity until the morning, and whoever says it in the evening, he will not be afflicted by any sudden calamity until the evening.' (Sunan Abi Dawud 3866, graded Sahih by Al-Albani. Also narrated in Sunan Ibn Majah 3548).