Ayatul Kursi Before Sleep
Nightly guard till morning with the greatest verse
Also searched as: sote waqt ayatul kursi • ayatul kursi sleep • night protection verse
Arabic
اللَّهُ لَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا هُوَ الْحَيُّ الْقَيُّومُ
Transliteration
Allahu la ilaha illa Huwal-Hayyul-Qayyum. (recite full 2:255)
Meaning
Allah — none worthy of worship but He, the Ever-Living, the Sustainer. (Full verse 2:255 on our Ayatul Kursi page.)
Reference
Sahih al-Bukhari
When to recite
In bed, before sleeping • Once
Virtue
A guard from Allah stays with you all night; no Satan approaches till morning.
Sources & review
Sahih al-Bukhari
Prophetic dua • Narrated by Abu Hurairah • Grade: Sahih • 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 Ayatul Kursi Before Sleep?
In bed, before sleeping. Recite it once.
What is the virtue of Ayatul Kursi Before Sleep?
A guard from Allah stays with you all night; no Satan approaches till morning.
Where is Ayatul Kursi Before Sleep from?
Source: Sahih al-Bukhari (narrated by Abu Hurairah). Grade: Sahih. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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