2 Powerful Prophetic Duas for Protection from All Evil, Envy, and Harm

Powerful Prophetic Duas . Do you ever feel a sense of fear from unknown dangers? Do you wish to protect yourself and your family from envy (hasad), the evil eye, black magic, or any other form of harm?

Of course, we all do. In today’s world, where we are surrounded by both visible and hidden dangers, the need for Allah’s divine protection is more critical than ever.

Fortunately, our beloved Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) has taught us simple, yet incredibly powerful supplications (Duas) that act as an impenetrable shield against all forms of evil. This article will share two such Duas that, if recited with sincere faith, will place you under the direct protection of Allah.

The Power of Dua: Your Strongest Shield

Before we learn the Duas, we must understand that a Dua is a believer’s most potent weapon. It is our direct line to Allah, the One in whose hands lies all power. While we take physical precautions, true and ultimate protection comes only from Him. When we supplicate with certainty (Yaqeen), we are entrusting our safety to the Lord of the heavens and the earth.

Dua #1: The Ultimate Shield Against All Harm

This first supplication is a profound treasure. The Prophet (ﷺ) gave us his assurance that whoever recites this Dua three times in the morning and three times in the evening, nothing will harm them. Subhan’Allah!

بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الَّذِي لَا يَضُرُّ مَعَ اسْمِهِ شَيْءٌ فِي الْأَرْضِ وَلَا فِي السَّمَاءِ وَهُوَ السَّمِيعُ الْعَلِيمُ

Bismillahil-ladhi la yadurru ma’as-mihi shai’un fil-ardi wa la fis-sama’i, wa Huwas-Sami’ul-‘Alim.

Translation:
“In the name of Allah, with Whose name nothing on the earth or in the heaven can cause harm, and He is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing.” (Jami` at-Tirmidhi, Sunan Abi Dawood)

The Power Within This Dua:
Reflect on the profound meaning of these words. You begin your day by invoking the name of Allah, placing yourself under His banner. You express your firm belief that as long as His name is with you, no force on earth or in the heavens—be it poison, magic, an envious eye, or a physical enemy—can touch you.

Why? Because He is “As-Sami” (The All-Hearing), He hears your plea for protection. And He is “Al-‘Alim” (The All-Knowing), He knows of every hidden danger and every secret enemy long before they can reach you.

Dua #2: Protection from the Evil of All Creation

This second Dua is a comprehensive shield against the evil of everything that Allah has created, whether it is human, Jinn, or a venomous creature.

The Prophet (ﷺ) said that whoever stops at a place and recites this Dua, nothing will harm them until they depart from that place. This makes it an essential Dua for travelers or anyone entering a new or unfamiliar location.

أَعُوذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّاتِ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا خَلَقَ

A’udhu bikalimatillahit-tammati min sharri ma khalaq.

Translation:
“I seek refuge in the perfect words of Allah from the evil of that which He has created.” (Sahih Muslim)

The Power Within This Dua:
What are the “perfect words of Allah”? Scholars explain that this refers to the words of the Holy Quran and Allah’s divine attributes, which are perfect and free from any deficiency. When you seek refuge in these perfect words, you are entering the most powerful fortress imaginable, a sanctuary guarded by Allah Himself against the evil of His entire creation.

How and When to Recite These Duas for Maximum Benefit

Consistency and faith are the keys to unlocking the full power of these supplications.

For the first Dua (“Bismillahil-ladhi…”): Make it a non-negotiable part of your daily routine. Recite it three times after the Fajr prayer and three times after the Maghrib prayer. Teach it to your children so they too can grow up under Allah’s protection.
For the second Dua (“A’udhu bikalimatillah…”): Include this in your regular morning and evening Adhkar (remembrances). Additionally, make a special point to recite it whenever you leave your house, arrive at a new place (like a hotel, office, or park), or feel a sense of unease in any location.

An Important Reminder on the Etiquette of Dua:
The Prophet (ﷺ) taught us that a Dua made between two recitations of Durood (sending blessings upon him) is never rejected. Therefore, before you begin your supplications, and after you finish, send blessings on the Prophet (ﷺ) to increase the chances of acceptance.

Conclusion: Live Fearlessly Under Allah’s Protection

Dua is not just the utterance of words; it is an expression of complete faith and reliance on Allah. When you recite these Duas with the unshakable conviction that your Lord is your ultimate Protector, then Insha’Allah, no created being will be able to harm you.

Incorporate these two blessed supplications into your life and free yourself from fear and superstition. Place your trust in Allah, and He will be sufficient for you.

May Allah protect all of us and our families from every kind of evil, envy, black magic, and harm. Ameen.