اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ خَيْرَ هَذِهِ اللَّيْلَةِ وَخَيْرَ مَا فِيهَا، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ هَذِهِ اللَّيْلِ وَشَرِّ مَا فِيهَا، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ هَذَا الْعُضْوِ وَشَرِّ مَا فِيهِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ هَذِهِ اللَّيْلَةِ وَشَرِّ مَا فِيهَا. اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ خَيْرَ هَذَا الْيَوْمِ وَخَيْرَ مَا فِيهِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ هَذَا الْيَوْمِ وَشَرِّ مَا فِيهِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ هَذَا الْعُضْوِ وَشَرِّ مَا فِيهِ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ هَذَا الْيَوْمِ وَشَرِّ مَا فِيهِ.
O Allah, I ask You for the goodness of this night and the goodness of what is in it, and I seek refuge in You from the evil of this night and the evil of what is in it. I seek refuge in You from the evil of this limb and the evil of what is in it. O Allah, I ask You for the goodness of this day and the goodness of what is in it, and I seek refuge in You from the evil of this day and the evil of what is in it. I seek refuge in You from the evil of this limb and the evil of what is in it.
Allahumma inni as'aluka khayra hadhihi al-laylati wa khayra ma fiha, wa a'udhu bika min sharri hadhihi al-layli wa sharri ma fiha, wa a'udhu bika min sharri hadha al-'udwi wa sharri ma fihi, wa a'udhu bika min sharri hadhihi al-laylati wa sharri ma fiha. Allahumma inni as'aluka khayra hadha al-yawmi wa khayra ma fihi, wa a'udhu bika min sharri hadha al-yawmi wa sharri ma fihi, wa a'udhu bika min sharri hadha al-'udwi wa sharri ma fihi, wa a'udhu bika min sharri hadha al-yawmi wa sharri ma fihi.
When to Read
Recite this dua just before you go to sleep. It’s a powerful way to end your day, seeking Allah’s protection not just for the coming night, but also for the day that will dawn afterward. It’s about entrusting your well-being, both immediate and future, to the Almighty.
How to Read
This dua should be recited with sincerity and a full heart. Imagine yourself seeking shelter under Allah's mighty protection. Utter the words clearly, understanding their meaning, and let your intention be to place your reliance solely on Him for safety and well-being.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua before sleep is a comprehensive act of worship that offers immense benefits. It safeguards you from the evils and difficulties that might arise during the night and the following day. By seeking refuge in Allah, you are activating His divine protection over yourself, your family, and your affairs. It fosters a deep sense of peace and security, knowing that your ultimate protection comes from your Creator. This practice also strengthens your reliance on Allah (tawakkul) and reminds you that He is the Controller of all affairs, both seen and unseen.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Huraira: The Prophet (ﷺ) used to teach his companions the Duas for every occasion. He taught them: 'O Allah, Lord of the seven heavens and all that they shade, Lord of the earths and all that they carry, Lord of the devils and all that they lead astray, Lord of the winds and all that they scatter! I ask You for the goodness of this town (i.e. Madinah) and the goodness of what is in it, and the goodness of what it contains, and I seek refuge in You from the evil of this town and the evil of what is in it, and the evil of what it contains. I seek refuge in You from the evil of the night and the evil of what is in it, and the evil of what it contains. I seek refuge in You from the evil of the day and the evil of what is in it, and the evil of what it contains. I seek refuge in You from the evil of the devils and their temptations, and I seek refuge in You from the evil of the Antichrist (Ad-Dajjal).' Note: While the specific wording of the dua you provided is more concise and commonly cited for general protection, the context from Sahih al-Bukhari (6306) illustrates the Prophet's ﷺ teaching of comprehensive supplications for protection encompassing different times and elements. The essence of seeking goodness and refuge from evil remains the same.