Bismillah When Stumbling
Trips and slips answered with Allah’s name — not Satan’s triumph
Also searched as: thokar lagne ki dua • stumbling dua • trip slip bismillah
Arabic
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ
Transliteration
Bismillah.
Meaning
In the name of Allah.
Reference
Sunan Abu Dawud
When to recite
Tripping, slipping or stumbling • Once
Virtue
Saying it shrinks Satan to a fly; complaining “woe to Satan” inflates him like a house.
Sources & review
Sunan Abu Dawud
Prophetic dua • Grade: Hasan • Learn personal details from a qualified teacher; minor school differences exist.
Educational content — not a fatwa. See methodology and disclaimer.
Reviewed • 2026-01-01Our methodology
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When should I recite Bismillah When Stumbling?
Tripping, slipping or stumbling. Recite it once.
What is the virtue of Bismillah When Stumbling?
Saying it shrinks Satan to a fly; complaining “woe to Satan” inflates him like a house.
Where is Bismillah When Stumbling from?
Source: Sunan Abu Dawud. Grade: Hasan. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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