بِسْمِ اللَّهِ، تَعَوَّذُ بِاللَّهِ الْعَظِيمِ مِنْ شَرِّ كُلِّ عَرِيقٍ، وَمِنْ شَرِّ الْحَرِّ وَالْبَرْدِ.
In the name of Allah, I seek refuge in Allah the Almighty from the evil of every vein (or cause of pain), and from the evil of heat and cold.
Bismillahi, ta'awwadhu billahil-'adheemi min sharri kulli 'areeqin, wa min sharri al-harr wal-bard.
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited when feeling unwell or before sleeping if one is concerned about physical ailments or discomfort that might disrupt sleep. While not directly mentioning sleep paralysis, the general seeking of refuge from ailments and discomfort is highly relevant.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and conviction, focusing on Allah's power to protect. It's recommended to recite it before going to sleep, especially if you've experienced restlessness or discomfort.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua offers comprehensive protection by seeking refuge in Allah the Almighty from various evils, including physical ailments (represented by 'every vein' or 'cause of pain') and extreme temperatures. By invoking Allah's name and His greatness, we affirm our trust in His ultimate power to safeguard us from harm, seen and unseen.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abdullah bin ‘Amr (may Allah be pleased with him): The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) taught us a prayer to recite in case of fever or any illness: ‘Bismillahi, ta'awwadhu billahil-'adheemi min sharri kulli 'areeqin, wa min sharri harri an-naar.' (In the name of Allah, I seek refuge in Allah the Almighty from the evil of every vein, and from the evil of the heat of the Fire). Abdullah bin ‘Amr used to teach this prayer to those of his children who were able to memorize it and to write it down and put it in a ring for some of his family members.