A comprehensive supplication among the sleep azkar, opening with Allah's oneness as Knower of the unseen and seen and Creator of the heavens and earth. The believer then seeks refuge from the evil of his own self, from Satan and his call to shirk, and from committing any wrong against himself or dragging it onto another Muslim.
O Allah, Knower of the unseen and the seen, Originator of the heavens and the earth, Lord and Sovereign of all things, I bear witness that there is no deity worthy of worship except You. I seek refuge in You from the evil of my own self, and from the evil of Satan and his call to associate partners with You, and from bringing evil upon myself or dragging it onto any Muslim.
When to recite
Say it once at bedtime. It is reported that Abu Bakr (may Allah be pleased with him) asked the Prophet (peace be upon him) for words to say morning, evening, and when taking to bed, and he was taught this supplication.
About this dhikr
This dhikr is part of Sleep Azkar as documented in Hisnul Muslim (Fortress of the Muslim), and is recited 1 time.
How many times should this dhikr be recited?
This dhikr is recited 1 time, as narrated in Hisnul Muslim. Use the smart counter on this page to track your repetitions.
When is 'O Allah, Knower of the unseen and the seen' said?
It is said at bedtime, and it is reported that it may also be said morning and evening, as it joins affirming Allah's oneness with seeking refuge from evils.
What does one seek refuge from in this dua?
One seeks refuge from the evil of the lower self, from Satan and his push toward shirk, and from committing wrong against oneself or drawing it onto a fellow Muslim.
How many times is this dua said?
It is said once at bedtime, and you can follow it with the counter on this page.