128. Dua of Sleeping
The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: “When one of you becomes frightened during sleep, then let him say:
Dua of Sleeping in Arabic
أَعُوْذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّةِ (التَّامَّاتِ) مِنْ غَضَبِهِ وَعِقَابِهِ وَ(مِنْ) شَرِّ عِبَادِهِ وَمِنْ هَمَزَاتِ الشَّيَاطِيْنِ وَأَنْ يَحْضُرُوْنِ
Dua of Sleeping English Transliteration
A'oodhu bikalimaatil-laahit-taammaati min ghadhabihi wa 'iqaabihi, wa (min) sharri 'ibaadihi, wa min hamazaatish-shayaateeni wa 'an yahduroon
Dua of Sleeping English Translation
I seek refuge in the Perfect Words of Allah from His anger and His punishment, from the evil of His slaves and from the taunts of devils and from their presence.
Hadith about the Dua
Arabic Text
حَدَّثَنَا عَلِيُّ بْنُ حُجْرٍ، حَدَّثَنَا إِسْمَاعِيلُ بْنُ عَيَّاشٍ، عَنْ مُحَمَّدِ بْنِ إِسْحَاقَ، عَنْ عَمْرِو بْنِ شُعَيْبٍ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، عَنْ جَدِّهِ، أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ " إِذَا فَزِعَ أَحَدُكُمْ فِي النَّوْمِ فَلْيَقُلْ أَعُوذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّةِ مِنْ غَضَبِهِ وَعِقَابِهِ وَشَرِّ عِبَادِهِ وَمِنْ هَمَزَاتِ الشَّيَاطِينِ وَأَنْ يَحْضُرُونِ . فَإِنَّهَا لَنْ تَضُرَّهُ " . قَالَ وَكَانَ عَبْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ عَمْرٍو يُلَقِّنُهَا مَنْ بَلَغَ مِنْ وَلَدِهِ وَمَنْ لَمْ يَبْلُغْ مِنْهُمْ كَتَبَهَا فِي صَكٍّ ثُمَّ عَلَّقَهَا فِي عُنُقِهِ . قَالَ أَبُو عِيسَى هَذَا حَدِيثٌ حَسَنٌ غَرِيبٌ . `
Amr bin Shu`aib narrated from his father, from his grandfather, that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: “When one of you becomes frightened during sleep, then let him say: ‘I seek refuge in Allah’s Perfect Words from His anger, His punishment, and the evil of His creatures, from the whisperings of the Shayatin, and that they should come (A`ūdhu bikalimātillāhit-tāmmati min ghaḍabihī wa `iqābihī wa sharri `ibādih, wa min hamazātish-shayāṭīni wa an yaḥḍurūn).’ For verily, they shall not harm him.” He said: “So `Abdullah bin `Amr used to teach it to those of his children who attained maturity, and those of them who did not, he would write it on a sheet and then hang it around his neck.” [Hasan (Albani). Tirmidhi: 3528]
Benefits of dua of sleeping
Knowing the good things about the dua for sleeping helps every Muslim sleep better, without fear or worry, and feel close to Allahbefore going to bed.
- Shields from Allah’s anger and keeps away His punishment at night
- Gives safety from bad people and stops harm from others
- Keeps away the devil’s tricks and stops sleep from being bothered
- Brings calm and makes you feel good before you sleep
- Helps you remember Allahbefore bed so you sleep well
- Works as a night dua for feeling safe and making your mind quiet
When to Recite dua of sleeping
Knowing the right times to say the dua for sleeping makes your nights safer, more peaceful, & full of Allah’s blessings.
- Before you lay down to sleep, make it a habit at night to ask for safety
- After saying other duas for safety & night prayers for more calm
- When you feel scared at night or have bad dreams that make you upset
- After you finish your night prayers or say a prayer before bed
- Before you travel or sleep in a new place to feel safe & calm
How to Perform dua of sleeping
Saying the dua for sleeping softly every night helps you feel safe, calm, and know Allahis caring for you while you sleep.
- Sit or lay down in a way that feels good before sleep and quiet your mind for the dua
- Say the dua for sleeping with care and think about what it means for your safety
- Say the words slow, you can say them out loud or just in your heart before sleep
- Keep your heart soft and trust Allahwhen you say the night dua
- Do this every night so you always end your day with the dua before bed
Summary
The dua for sleeping is easy but very strong. It asks Allahto keep you safe at night. It helps you ask for safety from harm, bad whispers, and anything that can bother your sleep. This dua is a trusted prayer, used by Muslims who want to feel calm before bed.
Saying the dua for sleeping helps you remember Allahand trust Him to care for you. Using this dua for sleep or as a prayer before bed brings calm to your night and keeps you safe while you rest. Making this dua part of your night can help you sleep better and feel safe.