Ta’awwudh Before Reciting Quran
Seeking refuge from Satan before tilawah
Also searched as: taawuz dua • dua before reading quran • istiadha
Arabic
أَعُوذُ بِاللَّهِ مِنَ الشَّيْطَانِ الرَّجِيمِ
Transliteration
A’udhu billahi minash-shaytanir-rajim.
Meaning
I seek refuge in Allah from the accursed Satan.
Reference
Quran 16:98
When to recite
Before reciting the Quran • Each time
Virtue
The Quranic gate to recitation — commanded before every tilawah.
Sources & review
Quran 16:98
Quranic dua • Grade: Quranic • 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 Ta’awwudh Before Reciting Quran?
Before reciting the Quran. Repeat: Each time.
What is the virtue of Ta’awwudh Before Reciting Quran?
The Quranic gate to recitation — commanded before every tilawah.
Where is Ta’awwudh Before Reciting Quran from?
Source: Quran 16:98. Grade: Quranic. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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