أَعُوذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّاتِ مِنْ غَضَبِهِ وَعِقَابِهِ، وَمِنْ شَرِّ 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 temptations of devils and from their presence.
A'udhu bikalimatillahit-tammati min ghadabihi wa 'iqabihi, wa min sharri 'ibadihi, wa min hamazatish-shayateeni wa an yahdhurun
When to Read
This dua is a powerful shield against various forms of harm, including the unseen effects of the evil eye that can manifest as sickness. Recite it in the morning and evening as a habit, and specifically when you feel vulnerable or notice symptoms of illness that you suspect might be linked to the evil eye.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, focusing on the meaning and the power of Allah's words. It is recommended to recite it three times in the morning and three times in the evening for comprehensive protection. You can also recite it and then gently blow upon yourself or the sick person, along with other protective duas.
Virtues & Benefits
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us this dua as a comprehensive means of seeking refuge. It protects against Allah's anger and punishment, the malice of humankind, and the whispers and presence of devils, which are often the underlying causes of many ailments, including those attributed to the evil eye. By invoking Allah's perfect words, we acknowledge His ultimate power over all creation and seek His divine shield.
Source & Authentication
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 'Whoever says this dua in the morning three times and in the evening three times will not be harmed by anything.' (Sunan Abu Dawud 3893, Sunan At-Tirmidhi 3494). The wording in Tirmidhi and Abu Dawud is slightly different but conveys the same meaning of seeking refuge. Tirmidhi mentions Abdullah bin Amr (may Allah be pleased with them) narrated that the Messenger of Allah ﷺ taught him words to say in the morning and evening: 'O Allah, I seek refuge in You from all evil, from all evil, from all evil. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from my evil and from the evil of every moving creature that You seize by its forelock. Verily, my Lord is on a Straight Path.' However, the version provided in the main entry is also authentic and widely taught for protection against general evils, including the evil eye.