In Islam, the evil eye, or nazar, is a real fact that can bring harm to those affected. To shield ourselves from its negative effects, it is essential to seek Allah’s protection. Reciting a dua for protection from nazar is a powerful way to guard against the harmful nazar or evil eye. In this article, we will explore authentic duas from the Quran and Hadith that provide protection from the evil eye.
What is the Dua for Protection from Nazar?
The easy part is that you can simply recite Surah Falaq and Surah Nas to get protected from the evil eye. There is also a specific dua for protection from nazar.
Surah Falaq and Surah Nas are Safeguard from Evil Eye
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallahu ‘Alaihi Wasallam) would seek refuge from the jinn and the (evil) eye of humans, until Al-Mu’awwidhatain (Surah Falaq and Surah Nas) were revealed. So when they were revealed he used them and left other than them. Tirmidhi 2058, Nasai 5494, Ibn Majah 3511
Surah Falaq and Surah Nas are Safeguards for yourself and your children, from any harm that is caused by an evil eye.
Learn Surah Falaq and Surah Nas with meanings here
Specific Dua for Protection from Nazar (specially for your children)
You can recite the dua below for your children or grand children or any kids, just make sure to recite it in front of them.
أَعُوْذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللهِ التَّامَّةِ مِنْ كُلِّ شَيْطَانٍ وَهَامَّةٍ وَمِنْ كُلِّ عَيْنٍ لَامَّةٍ
A’ūdhu bi kalimātillāhit tāmmah, min kulli shaitānin wa hāmmah, wa min kulli ‘ainin lāmmah
O Allah! I seek Refuge with Your Perfect Words from every devil and from poisonous pests and from every evil, harmful, envious eye.
The Prophet (peace be upon him) used to seek Refuge with Allah for (his grandchildren) Hasan and Husain and say: “Your forefather (i.e. Ibrahim) used to seek Refuge with Allah for Ismail and Ishaq by reciting this.” Sahih Bukhari 3371
How can you prevent causing harm to others through your own gaze?
When you look at something that impressed you, you should say MāshāAllah or Tabārakallāh. By doing this, your eye will not harm that. Musnad Ahmad 15700, ‘Amalul Yawmi Wal Laila by Ibnus Sunni 207-208
Incorporating these duas for protection from nazar into your daily routine will be your safeguard every day. Seeking protection from Allah through these supplications is a powerful way to protect yourself and your loved ones from the harmful effects of the evil eye. May these duas serve as a source of comfort and protection in your life.