Which Surah is for protection from evil?

If you are wondering which surah protects you from evil, this article will give you the most important surahs that you can recite to protect yourself from evil.

One of the most commonly recited Surahs for this purpose is Surah Al-Falaq (Chapter 113), which seeks refuge in Allah from the evil of all that He has created.

Another Surah that is also recited for protection is Surah An-Nas (chapter 114), which seeks refuge in Allah from the evil of the whispers of the shaytan (devil) who whispers in people’s hearts.

The recitation of both Surahs is recommended as a form of daily protection and spiritual purification, and they can be recited at any time and place when one feels the need for protection.

In short, the Surahs that protect you from evil are Al-Falaq and A-Nas

What verses from the Quran for protection?

Here are the verses from the two Surahs that can protect you from evil:

Surah Al-Falaq:

قُلْ أَعُوذُ بِرَبِّ ٱلْفَلَقِ

Say, ˹O Prophet,˺ “I seek refuge in the Lord of the daybreak

مِن شَرِّ مَا خَلَقَ
from the evil of whatever He has created,
وَمِن شَرِّ غَاسِقٍ إِذَا وَقَبَ
and from the evil of the night when it grows dark,
وَمِن شَرِّ ٱلنَّفَّـٰثَـٰتِ فِى ٱلْعُقَدِ
and from the evil of those ˹witches casting spells by˺ blowing onto knots,
وَمِن شَرِّ حَاسِدٍ إِذَا حَسَدَ 
and from the evil of an envier when they envy.”
 
Surah An-Nas
 
قُلْ أَعُوذُ بِرَبِّ ٱلنَّاسِ
Say, ˹O Prophet,˺ “I seek refuge in the Lord of humankind,
مَلِكِ ٱلنَّاسِ
the Master of humankind,
إِلَـٰهِ ٱلنَّاسِ
the God of humankind,
مِن شَرِّ ٱلْوَسْوَاسِ ٱلْخَنَّاسِ
from the evil of the lurking whisperer
ٱلَّذِى يُوَسْوِسُ فِى صُدُورِ ٱلنَّاسِ
who whispers into the hearts of humankind
مِنَ ٱلْجِنَّةِ وَٱلنَّاسِ
from among jinn and humankind.”

 

What is the dua for protection against everything?

There are many duas in Islam to ask Allah for protection against many things.

Here are some of the most important duas:

“اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْهَمِّ وَالْحُزْنِ وَالْعَجْزِ وَالْكَسَلِ وَالْجُبْنِ وَضَلَعِ الدَّيْنِ وَغَلَبَةِ الرِّجَالِ”

Transliteration: “Allahumma inni a’udhu bika minal hammi wal huzni wal ajzi wal kasli wal jubni wa dhala’id-dayni wa ghalabatir-rijal.”

Translation: “O Allah, I seek refuge in You from anxiety, grief, weakness, laziness, cowardice, the burden of debts, and from being overpowered by men.”

This dua can be recited in any time of need, and it is recommended to recite it with sincerity and trust in Allah’s ability to alleviate one’s anxiety and worries. It is also important to seek help from mental health professionals if anxiety and stress become overwhelming and affect one’s daily life.

 

“أَعُوذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّاتِ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا خَلَقَ”

Transliteration: “A’udhu bikalimatillahit-tammati min sharri ma khalaqa.”

Translation: “I seek refuge in the perfect words of Allah from the evil of what He has created.

This Dua can be recited at any time and in any situation where one feels the need for protection from harm, be it physical, emotional or spiritual. It is important to recite this dua with sincerity and trust in Allah’s power to protect us from harm and evil. It is also important to take practical measures to protect ourselves, such as seeking knowledge, taking precautions, and avoiding situations that may be harmful.

“اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْبَرَصِ وَالْجُنُونِ وَالْجُذَامِ وَمِنْ سَيِّئِ الأَسْقَامِ”

Transliteration: “Allahumma inni a’udhu bika minal-barasi, wal- jununi, wal-judhami, wa min sayyi’il-asqaam.”

Translation: “O Allah, I seek refuge in You from leprosy, madness, elephantiasis, and evil diseases.”

This Dua can be recited at any time and in any situation when one feels the need for protection from sickness and disease. It is important to recite this dua with sincerity and trust in Allah’s power to protect us from harm and disease. Furthermore, it is important to take practical measures to protect ourselves from illness, such as maintaining good hygiene, following a healthy diet, and seeking medical treatment when necessary.