In the rhythm of a Muslim's life, there is a profound emphasis on beginning and ending each day with the remembrance of Allah. This consistent practice, known as adhkar, is not merely a ritual but a vital spiritual exercise that brings peace, protection, and countless blessings. Just as we prepare ourselves physically for the day ahead and wind down in the evening, so too does our spiritual well-being require intentional nourishment and safeguarding.
The beloved Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) meticulously observed these morning duas for protection and evening duas, making them an integral part of his daily routine. His practice serves as a perfect example for us, highlighting the immense benefits of engaging in these sacred supplications. By embracing these daily remembrances, we can strengthen our connection with Allah and navigate life's challenges with greater serenity and divine support.
What Are Morning and Evening Duas?
Daily adhkar, or remembrances, are specific prayers, glorifications, and supplications that Muslims recite at particular times of the day, primarily in the morning and evening. These powerful invocations are either directly from the Holy Quran or are authentic narrations from the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) found in reliable Hadith collections. They are not merely empty words but profound expressions of faith, reliance on Allah, and seeking His blessings and protection.
Essentially, these morning remembrance in Islam and evening remembrance practices are acts of worship. They serve as a spiritual shield, guarding a person from various forms of harm, both seen and unseen. They remind us of Allah's omnipresence, His power, and His mercy, fostering a continuous state of gratitude and awareness in our daily lives. Through adhkar, a Muslim acknowledges their complete dependence on their Creator for every moment of their existence.
Benefits of Morning Duas for Protection
Engaging in morning duas for protection offers a multitude of benefits that touch upon spiritual, psychological, and emotional aspects of a person's life. These Islamic duas for protection act as a fortress around a believer, safeguarding them throughout the day.
Spiritually, reciting these supplications strengthens one's faith and tawakkul (trust in Allah). It reinforces the belief that all power belongs to Allah and that only He can truly protect. This consistent remembrance elevates one's spiritual state, making the heart more receptive to good deeds and less inclined towards misguidance.
Psychologically, these duas bring immense mental peace and tranquility. By consciously entrusting the day to Allah, anxieties and worries diminish. Knowing that you are under divine care provides a profound sense of security, which is a powerful antidote to stress and apprehension. This mental clarity allows for better focus and decision-making throughout the day.
Emotionally, the sense of connection with Allah cultivated through morning adhkar instills a feeling of contentment and gratitude. It helps in maintaining a positive outlook, even when faced with challenges. A well-known Hadith beautifully summarizes this protective aspect:
"Whoever recites in the morning: Bismillahil-ladhi la yadurru ma’as-mihi shay’un fil-ardi wa la fis-sama’i wa Huwas-Sami’ul-‘Aleem (In the Name of Allah with Whose Name there is no harm against anything on earth nor in the heavens, and He is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing), nothing will harm him until the evening. And whoever recites it in the evening, nothing will harm him until the morning."
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This Hadith clearly illustrates the protective cover that Allah extends to those who sincerely engage in their morning remembrances.
Morning Duas Every Muslim Should Know
These authentic duas from Hadith are crucial for establishing a blessed and protected start to your day. Here are some key morning duas for protection and spiritual upliftment:
1. Ayat al-Kursi (The Verse of the Throne)
اللَّهُ لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا هُوَ الْحَيُّ الْقَيُّومُ ۚ لَا تَأْخُذُهُ سِنَةٌ وَلَا نَوْمٌ ۚ لَهُ مَا فِي السَّمَاوَاتِ وَمَا فِي الْأَرْضِ ۗ مَنْ ذَا الَّذِي يَشْفَعُ عِنْدَهُ إِلَّا بِإِذْنِهِ ۚ يَعْلَمُ مَا بَيْنَ أَيْدِيهِمْ وَمَا خَلْفَهُمْ ۖ وَلَا يُحِيطُونَ بِشَيْءٍ مِنْ عِلْمِهِ إِلَّا بِمَا شَاءَ ۚ وَسِعَ كُرْسِيُّهُ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضَ ۖ وَلَا يَئُودُهُ حِفْظُهُمَا ۚ وَهُوَ الْعَلِيُّ الْعَظِيمُ
Transliteration: Allahu la ilaha illa Huwa, al-Hayyul-Qayyum. La ta’khudhuhu sinatun wa la nawm. Lahu ma fis-samawati wa ma fil-ard. Man dhal-ladhi yashfa’u ‘indahu illa bi-idhnihi. Ya’lamu ma bayna aydihim wa ma khalfahum. Wa la yuhituna bi shay’in min ‘ilmihi illa bima sha’a. Wasi’a kursiyyuhus-samawati wal-ard. Wa la ya’uduhu hifdhuhuma. Wa Huwal-‘Aliyyul-Azheem.
Translation: "Allah! There is no deity except Him, the Ever-Living, the Sustainer of [all] existence. Neither slumber nor sleep overtakes Him. To Him belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is on the earth. Who is it that can intercede with Him except by His permission? He knows what is before them and what will be after them, and they encompass not a thing of His knowledge except for what He wills. His Kursi (Throne) extends over the heavens and the earth, and their preservation tires Him not. And He is the Most High, the Most Great."
Virtue: Reciting
2. Surah Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq, and An-Nas (Recited Three Times Each)
قُلْ هُوَ اللَّهُ أَحَدٌ اللَّهُ الصَّمَدُ لَمْ يَلِدْ وَلَمْ يُولَدْ وَلَمْ يَكُنْ لَهُ كُفُوًا أَحَدٌ
قُلْ أَعُوذُ بِرَبِّ الْفَلَقِ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا خَلَقَ وَمِنْ شَرِّ غَاسِقٍ إِذَا وَقَبَ وَمِنْ شَرِّ النَّفَّاثَاتِ فِي الْعُقَدِ وَمِنْ شَرِّ حَاسِدٍ إِذَا حَسَدَ
قُلْ أَعُوذُ بِرَبِّ النَّاسِ مَلِكِ النَّاسِ إِلَٰهِ النَّاسِ مِنْ شَرِّ الْوَسْوَاسِ الْخَنَّاسِ الَّذِي يُوَسْوِسُ فِي صُدُورِ النَّاسِ مِنَ الْجِنَّةِ وَالنَّاسِ
Transliteration:
Qul Huwallahu Ahad. Allahus-Samad. Lam yalid wa lam yulad. Wa lam yakun lahu kufuwan Ahad. (
Translation: "Say, 'He is Allah, [who is] One, Allah, the Eternal Refuge. He neither begets nor is born, Nor is there to Him any equivalent.'" (Surah Al-Ikhlas) "Say, 'I seek refuge in the Lord of daybreak from the evil of what He has created, and from the evil of darkness when it settles, and from the evil of the blowers in knots, and from the evil of an envier when he envies.'" (Surah Al-Falaq) "Say, 'I seek refuge in the Lord of mankind, the Sovereign of mankind, the God of mankind, from the evil of the retreating whisperer - who whispers [evil] into the breasts of mankind - from among the jinn and mankind.'" (Surah An-Nas)
Virtue: Reciting these three Surahs three times in the morning will suffice you from all evil.
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3. Dua for Protection from Harm
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الَّذِي لَا يَضُرُّ مَعَ اسْمِهِ شَيْءٌ فِي الْأَرْضِ وَلَا فِي السَّمَاءِ وَهُوَ السَّمِيعُ الْعَلِيمُ
Transliteration: Bismillahil-ladhi la yadurru ma’as-mihi shay’un fil-ardi wa la fis-sama’i wa Huwas-Sami’ul-‘Aleem.
Translation: "In the Name of Allah with Whose Name there is no harm against anything on earth nor in the heavens, and He is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing."
Virtue: Whoever recites this three times in the morning, nothing will harm him until the evening.
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4. Affirmation of Reliance (Morning)
اللَّهُمَّ بِكَ أَصْبَحْنَا وَبِكَ أَمْسَيْنَا وَبِكَ نَحْيَا وَبِكَ نَمُوتُ وَإِلَيْكَ النُّشُورُ
Transliteration: Allahumma bika asbahna wa bika amsayna wa bika nahya wa bika namutu wa ilaykan-nushur.
Translation: "O Allah, by You we enter the morning and by You we enter the evening, by You we live and by You we die, and to You is the resurrection."
Virtue: This dua is an affirmation of complete dependence on Allah for life, death, and return, strengthening faith and submission.
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5. Sayyidul Istighfar (The Master of Seeking Forgiveness)
اللَّهُمَّ أَنْتَ رَبِّي لَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا أَنْتَ، خَلَقْتَنِي وَأَنَا عَبْدُكَ، وَأَنَا عَلَى عَهْدِكَ وَوَعْدِكَ مَا اسْتَطَعْتُ. أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا صَنَعْتُ، أَبُوءُ لَكَ بِنِعْمَتِكَ عَلَيَّ، وَأَبُوءُ بِذَنْبِي فَاغْفِرْ لِي فَإِنَّهُ لَا يَغْفِرُ الذُّنُوبَ إِلَّا أَنْتَ
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Translation: "O Allah, You are my Lord, there is none worthy of worship but You. You created me and I am Your servant. I am abiding by Your covenant and promise as much as I can. I seek refuge in You from the evil of what I have done. I acknowledge Your blessings upon me, and I acknowledge my sin. So forgive me, for none forgives sins except You."
Virtue: Whoever recites this dua during the day with firm faith and dies before evening will be among the people of Jannah (Paradise). And whoever recites it during the night with firm faith and dies before morning will be among the people of Jannah.
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Evening Duas for Peace and Protection
Just as the morning brings new beginnings, the evening marks a transition to rest and reflection. Reciting evening duas ensures that you conclude your day with spiritual protection and peace, preparing for a restful night. These practices are crucial elements of evening remembrance in Islam.
1. Ayat al-Kursi (The Verse of the Throne)
(As recited in the morning, also for evening protection)
اللَّهُ لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا هُوَ الْحَيُّ الْقَيُّومُ ۚ لَا تَأْخُذُهُ سِنَةٌ وَلَا نَوْمٌ ۚ لَهُ مَا فِي السَّمَاوَاتِ وَمَا فِي الْأَرْضِ ۗ مَنْ ذَا الَّذِي يَشْفَعُ عِنْدَهُ إِلَّا بِإِذْنِهِ ۚ يَعْلَمُ مَا بَيْنَ أَيْدِيهِمْ وَمَا خَلْفَهُمْ ۖ وَلَا يُحِيطُونَ بِشَيْءٍ مِنْ عِلْمِهِ إِلَّا بِمَا شَاءَ ۚ وَسِعَ كُرْسِيُّهُ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضَ ۖ وَلَا يَئُودُهُ حِفْظُهُمَا ۚ وَهُوَ الْعَلِيُّ الْعَظِيمُ
Transliteration: Allahu la ilaha illa Huwa, al-Hayyul-Qayyum. La ta’khudhuhu sinatun wa la nawm. Lahu ma fis-samawati wa ma fil-ard. Man dhal-ladhi yashfa’u ‘indahu illa bi-idhnihi. Ya’lamu ma bayna aydihim wa ma khalfahum. Wa la yuhituna bi shay’in min ‘ilmihi illa bima sha’a. Wasi’a kursiyyuhus-samawati wal-ard. Wa la ya’uduhu hifdhuhuma. Wa Huwal-‘Aliyyul-Azheem.
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Virtue: Reciting
2. Surah Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq, and An-Nas (Recited Three Times Each)
(As recited in the morning, also for evening protection)
قُلْ هُوَ اللَّهُ أَحَدٌ اللَّهُ الصَّمَدُ لَمْ يَلِدْ وَلَمْ يُولَدْ وَلَمْ يَكُنْ لَهُ كُفُوًا أَحَدٌ قُلْ أَعُوذُ بِرَبِّ الْفَلَقِ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا خَلَقَ وَمِنْ شَرِّ غَاسِقٍ إِذَا وَقَبَ وَمِنْ شَرِّ النَّفَّاثَاتِ فِي الْعُقَدِ وَمِنْ شَرِّ حَاسِدٍ إِذَا حَسَدَ قُلْ أَعُوذُ بِرَبِّ النَّاسِ مَلِكِ النَّاسِ إِلَٰهِ النَّاسِ مِنْ شَرِّ الْوَسْوَاسِ الْخَنَّاسِ الَّذِي يُوَسْوِسُ فِي صُدُورِ النَّاسِ مِنَ الْجِنَّةِ وَالنَّاسِ
Transliteration:
Qul Huwallahu Ahad. Allahus-Samad. Lam yalid wa lam yulad. Wa lam yakun lahu kufuwan Ahad. (
Translation: "Say, 'He is Allah, [who is] One, Allah, the Eternal Refuge. He neither begets nor is born, Nor is there to Him any equivalent.'" (Surah Al-Ikhlas) "Say, 'I seek refuge in the Lord of daybreak from the evil of what He has created, and from the evil of darkness when it settles, and from the evil of the blowers in knots, and from the evil of an envier when he envies.'" (Surah Al-Falaq) "Say, 'I seek refuge in the Lord of mankind, the Sovereign of mankind, the God of mankind, from the evil of the retreating whisperer - who whispers [evil] into the breasts of mankind - from among the jinn and mankind.'" (Surah An-Nas)
Virtue: Reciting these three Surahs three times in the evening will suffice you from all evil.
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3. Dua for Protection from Created Evils
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أَعُوذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّاتِ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا خَلَقَ
Transliteration: A’udhu bikalimatillahi ttammati min sharri ma khalaq.
Translation: "I seek refuge in the perfect words of Allah from the evil of what He has created."
Virtue: Whoever says this three times in the evening, nothing will harm him until he departs from that place.
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4. Tasbih of Fatimah (RA)
سُبْحَانَ اللَّهِ (33 مرة) الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ (33 مرة) اللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ (34 مرة)
Transliteration: SubhanAllah (33 times) Alhamdulillah (33 times) Allahu Akbar (34 times)
Translation: "Glory be to Allah." (33 times) "Praise be to Allah." (33 times) "Allah is the Greatest." (34 times)
Virtue: The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) advised his daughter Fatimah and son-in-law Ali to recite these glorifications before sleep, stating that it is better for them than a servant. This practice brings immense blessings and eases burdens.
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5. Surah Al-Mulk (Chapter 67 of the Quran)
(Complete, Surah Al-Mulk (Quran 67)
starting with: تَبَارَكَ الَّذِي بِيَدِهِ الْمُلْكُ وَهُوَ عَلَىٰ كُلِّ شَيْءٍ قَدِيرٌ)
Transliteration: Tabarakal-ladhi bi-yadihil-mulku wa huwa ‘ala kulli shay’in qadeer. (And continue the entire Surah)
Translation: "Blessed is He in whose hand is dominion, and He is over all things competent." (And the rest of the Surah)
Virtue: It is from the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) to recite Surah Al-Mulk every night before sleeping. This Surah intercedes for its reciter until he is forgiven and protects from the torment of the grave.
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6. Affirmation of Reliance (Evening)
اللَّهُمَّ بِكَ أَمْسَيْنَا وَبِكَ أَصْبَحْنَا وَبِكَ نَحْيَا وَبِكَ نَمُوتُ وَإِلَيْكَ الْمَصِيرُ
Transliteration: Allahumma bika amsayna wa bika asbahna wa bika nahya wa bika namutu wa ilaykal-masir.
Translation: "O Allah, by You we enter the evening and by You we enter the morning, by You we live and by You we die, and to You is the return."
Virtue: Similar to its morning counterpart, this dua affirms total reliance on Allah for all aspects of life and death, providing a peaceful conclusion to the day.
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Daily Dua Routine: How to Make it a Habit
Making duas for daily life a consistent habit might seem challenging at first, but with a few simple strategies, it becomes a deeply ingrained and rewarding practice.
Set Alarms or Reminders: In today's digital age, your phone can be a helpful tool. Set recurring alarms for both morning (after Fajr or when you wake up) and evening (after Asr or Maghrib, before sleep). Many Islamic apps also have built-in adhkar reminders.
Use Visual Cues: Place sticky notes with short duas on your bathroom mirror, refrigerator, or near your prayer mat. Seeing them regularly will act as a gentle nudge.
Encourage Family to Join You: Make it a family activity. Reciting duas together, especially with children, not only reinforces the habit but also creates a blessed atmosphere in the home and instills this valuable practice in younger generations.
Start Small and Build Up: Don't feel overwhelmed by the complete list. Begin by consistently reciting just one or two short duas from the list. Once those become second nature, gradually add more. Consistency in a few is better than inconsistency in many.
Connect it with Prayer Times: The most natural way to integrate adhkar is immediately after your Fajr and Asr/Maghrib prayers. This links the remembrance to an already established pillar of Islam.
By implementing these tips, you can transform the recitation of morning and evening duas from a conscious effort into a beloved and effortless part of your daily routine.
Final Thoughts and Encouragement
The practice of daily adhkar is a gentle yet powerful way to infuse your life with blessings, protection, and a constant awareness of Allah. It is a testament to the ease of Islam, where profound spiritual growth can be achieved through simple, consistent acts of worship. These authentic duas from Hadith are not burdensome but rather a source of immense comfort and strength.
Remember, Allah does not burden a soul beyond its capacity. Even starting with a few simple duas and gradually building up your practice is highly meritorious. The key is consistency and sincerity. As Allah says in the Quran:
“So remember Me; I will remember you.” —
Qur’an 2:152
This divine promise should be the greatest motivation. When you remember Allah through these morning and evening duas, He remembers you, showering you with His mercy, protection, and blessings throughout your day and night. Begin today, even if it's just one dua, and experience the transformative power of connecting with your Creator.
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