Dua When Stopping on a Journey
Protection at every rest stop, night halt or new lodging
Arabic
أَعُوذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّاتِ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا خَلَقَ
Transliteration
A’udhu bi kalimatillahit-tammati min sharri ma khalaq.
Meaning
I seek refuge in the perfect words of Allah from the evil of what He has created.
Reference
Sahih Muslim
When to recite
Every stop while travelling • Once per stop
Virtue
Whoever alights somewhere and says it, nothing harms him until he leaves — same wording as the evening protection, distinct hadith and occasion.
Sources & review
Sahih Muslim
Prophetic dua • Narrated by Khawlah bint Hakim • 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 Dua When Stopping on a Journey?
Every stop while travelling. Repeat: Once per stop.
What is the virtue of Dua When Stopping on a Journey?
Whoever alights somewhere and says it, nothing harms him until he leaves — same wording as the evening protection, distinct hadith and occasion.
Where is Dua When Stopping on a Journey from?
Source: Sahih Muslim (narrated by Khawlah bint Hakim). Grade: Sahih. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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