Dua After a Bad Dream / Night Fear
Calm and protection after frightening dreams
Arabic
أَعُوذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّاتِ مِنْ غَضَبِهِ وَعِقَابِهِ وَشَرِّ عِبَادِهِ وَمِنْ هَمَزَاتِ الشَّيَاطِينِ وَأَنْ يَحْضُرُونِ
Transliteration
A’udhu bi kalimatillahit-tammati min ghadabihi wa iqabihi, wa sharri ibadih, wa min hamazatish-shayatini wa an yahdurun.
Meaning
I seek refuge in Allah’s perfect words from His anger and punishment, from the evil of His servants, from the whispers of devils and from their presence.
Reference
Sunan al-Tirmidhi and Sunan Abu Dawud
When to recite
After a bad dream or at night fear • Once
Virtue
A shield taught for night fear and disturbing dreams.
Sources & review
Sunan al-Tirmidhi and 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 Dua After a Bad Dream / Night Fear?
After a bad dream or at night fear. Recite it once.
What is the virtue of Dua After a Bad Dream / Night Fear?
A shield taught for night fear and disturbing dreams.
Where is Dua After a Bad Dream / Night Fear from?
Source: Sunan al-Tirmidhi and Sunan Abu Dawud. Grade: Hasan. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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