Ibn Abbas reported that the Prophet ﷺ used to seek protection for his grandsons, Al-Hasan and Al-Husayn, by reciting a specific prayer, noting that their forefather Ibrahim (AS) used it for his sons as well.
أُعِيذُكُمَا بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّةِ مِنْ كُلِّ شَيْطَانٍ وَهَامَّةٍ، وَمِنْ كُلِّ عَيْنٍ لَامَّةٍ
U'idhukuma bikalimatillahit-tammati min kulli shaytanin wa hammatin wa min kulli 'aynin lammah.
I seek protection for you both in the perfect words of Allah from every devil, every poisonous creature, and every harmful evil eye.
Hadith — Sahih al-Bukhari — Hadith 3371
Authenticity: Prophetic supplication for protection
Meaning and Explanation
The supplication asks Allah to guard children against spiritual harm (devils), physical dangers (poisonous pests), and the negative energy of the evil eye (envy).
When to Recite
Daily, especially in the morning and evening, or before they go out or sleep.
How to Recite
Place your hand on the child's head and recite the prayer. If for one boy use 'U'idhuka', for one girl use 'U'idhuki', for more than two children use 'U'idhukum'.
Important Notes
Protection comes from Allah; avoid using amulets or 'nazar' beads as they are contrary to Islamic tawhid.
Benefits
Provides divine safeguarding for offspring and follows the beloved Sunnah of the Messenger of Allah ﷺ.
Content type: Hadith
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