Dua & Sunnah

Seeking Allah's Protection from Epidemics and Infectious Diseases

Sickness
Hasan HadithSunan Abi Dawud 3866

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 on Earth or in the Heavens can cause harm, and He is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing.

Bismillahilladhi la yadhurru ma'asmihi shay'un fil-ardi wa la fis-sama'i wa Huwas-Samee'ul-'Aleem.

When to Read

This powerful dua should be recited daily, especially in the morning (after Fajr) and evening (after Maghrib). It's a personal shield, a way to actively invoke Allah's protection over yourself and your household against all forms of harm, including widespread diseases that can sweep through communities.

How to Read

Recite this dua with sincere conviction and a heart full of trust in Allah's power to protect. Understand that it's not just a string of words, but a profound connection with the Creator. Utter it clearly, focusing on each word and its meaning. It is recommended to say it three times in the morning and three times in the evening to ensure its full protective effect.

Virtues & Benefits

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ guaranteed that whoever recites this dua in the morning and evening three times, nothing will harm them. This encompasses physical ailments, environmental dangers, and indeed, the fear and spread of contagious diseases. It fosters a sense of peace and reliance on Allah, reducing anxiety during times of widespread illness.

Source & Authentication

Uthman ibn Affan (may Allah be pleased with him) reported: The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said: 'Whoever says: 'Bismillahilladhi la yadhurru ma'asmihi shay'un fil-ardi wa la fis-sama'i wa Huwas-Samee'ul-'Aleem' (In the name of Allah, with whose name nothing on Earth or in the Heavens can cause harm, and He is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing) - three times, will not be afflicted with any sudden calamity until morning comes, and whoever says it in the morning three times, will not be afflicted with any sudden calamity until morning comes.'
Hasan HadithSunan Abi Dawud 3866
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