Duas for Protection: Seeking Refuge in Allah
Protection from harm, fear, and evil is a common concern for many. In Islamic tradition, seeking refuge in Allah through specific duas can provide comfort and safety. This guide presents a collection of such duas, each offering a unique way to seek Allah's protection. Whether you are looking to protect yourself from enemies, fear, or evil influences, these supplications can be a source of solace and strength.
Taqibat Common to Every Prayer
ٱللَّهُ لَآ إِلَـٰهَ إِلَّا هُوَ ٱلْحَىُّ ٱلْقَيُّومُ ۚ لَا تَأْخُذُهُۥ سِنَةٌ وَلَا نَوْمٌ ۚ لَّهُۥ مَا فِى ٱلسَّمَـٰوَٰتِ وَمَا فِى ٱلْأَرْضِ ۗ مَن ذَا ٱلَّذِى يَشْفَعُ عِندَهُۥٓ إِلَّا بِإِذْنِهِۦ ۚ يَعْلَمُ مَا بَيْنَ أَيْدِيهِمْ وَمَا خَلْفَهُمْ ۖ وَلَا يُحِيطُونَ بِشَىْءٍ مِّنْ عِلْمِهِۦٓ إِلَّا بِمَا شَآءَ ۚ وَسِعَ كُرْسِيُّهُ ٱلسَّمَـٰوَٰتِ وَٱلْأَرْضَ ۖ وَلَا يَـُٔودُهُۥ حِفْظُهُمَا ۚ وَهُوَ ٱلْعَلِىُّ ٱلْعَظِيمُ
Allah—there is no god except Him—is the Living One, the All-sustainer. Neither drowsiness befalls Him nor sleep. To Him belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is on the earth. Who is it that may intercede with Him except with His permission? He knows what is before them and what is behind them, and they do not comprehend anything of His knowledge except what He wishes. His seat embraces the heavens and the earth and He is not wearied by their preservation, and He is the All-exalted, the All-supreme.Holy Quran 2:255
Among the ta'qibat for after every prayer: Surah al-Fatiha and verses of the Qur'an, beginning with Ayat al-Kursi (2:255–257).
Taqibat Common to Every Prayer, with its recitation
Sahifa Sajjadiyya 28: Fleeing to God for Protection
اللَّهُمَّ إنِّي أَخْلَصْتُ بِانْقِطَاعِي إلَيْكَ،
O God, I have become sincere by cutting myself off for You,
This supplication by Imam Zayn al-Abidin (a) is for seeking Allah's protection by dedicating oneself sincerely to Him.
Sahifa Sajjadiyya 28: His Supplication in Fleeing to God for Protection
Sahifa Sajjadiyya 8: Refuge From Hateful Things
اَللَّهُمَّ صَلِّ عَلَى مُحَمَّدٍ وَآلِهِ،
O Allah, bless Muhammad and his family,
Recite this dua from Imam Zayn al-Abidin (a) to seek refuge from things that are hateful and harmful.
Sahifa Sajjadiyya 10: Seeking Asylum With Allah
اللَّهُمَّ إِنْ تَشَأْ تَعْفُ عَنَّا فَبِفَضْلِكَ،
O Allah, if You will, You forgive us by Your grace,
This supplication is for seeking asylum with Allah, asking for His grace and forgiveness.
Sahifa Sajjadiyya 17: Refuge From Satan
أَللَّهُمَّ إنَّا نَعُوذُ بِكَ
O God, we seek refuge in You
Imam Zayn al-Abidin (a) provides this dua to seek protection specifically from Satan's influence.
Sahifa Sajjadiyya 17: When He Mentioned Satan and Sought Refuge From Him, with its recitation
Sahifa Sajjadiyya 41: Asking Covering & Protection
أَللَّهُمَّ صَلِّ عَلَى مُحَمَّدٍ وَآلِهِ
O Allah, send blessings upon Muhammad and his family
This supplication asks for Allah's covering and protection, ensuring safety from harm.
Sahifa Sajjadiyya 49: Repelling Trickery of Enemies
إلهِي هَدَيْتَنِي فَلَهَوْتُ،
My God, You guided me, yet I indulged (in heedlessness),
Recite this dua to protect against the plots and trickery of enemies, seeking Allah's assistance.
Sahifa Sajjadiyya 50: Supplication in Fear
أَللَّهُمَّ إنَّكَ خَلَقْتَنِي سَوِيّاً،
O God, You created me sound (or well-formed),
This dua is for times of fear, asking for Allah's protection and reassurance.
Sahifa Sajjadiyya 14: When Wronged
يَا مَنْ لَا يَخْفَى عَلَيْهِ أَنْبَاءُ الْمُتَظَلِّمِينَ
O He whom the complaints of the oppressed are not hidden from.
Seek Allah's help when facing hostility or feeling wronged, with this supplication from Imam Zayn al-Abidin (a).
Questions
What is the dua for protection from evil?
The dua from Sahifa Sajjadiyya 17 seeks refuge from Satan, offering protection from evil influences.
How can I seek protection from enemies?
Recite Sahifa Sajjadiyya 49 to repel the trickery and plots of enemies, asking for Allah's help.
Which dua is recommended for safety in fear?
Sahifa Sajjadiyya 50 is a supplication for times of fear, asking for Allah's protection and reassurance.