Prophetic Supplication for Protecting Children
Context & Islamic Significance
Young children are vulnerable to evil eye and demonic harms. The Prophet ﷺ used to seek refuge for his grandsons Al-Hasan and Al-Husain, saying: 'Your forefather [Ibrahim] used to seek refuge with these words for Ismail and Ishaq' (Bukhari 3371). This is the authentic alternative to amulets.
📖Verses & Hadiths for Recitation
1 texts / referencesU'eedhukuma bi-kalimatil-lahit-tammah, min kulli shaytaniw-wa hammah, wa min kulli 'aynil-lammah.
The Prophet (ﷺ) used to seek refuge for Hasan and Husain saying: 'I seek refuge for both of you with the Perfect Words of Allah from every devil and poisonous reptile, and from every harmful envious eye.'
Source: Sahih al-Bukhari English
🌿How to Perform (According to Sunnah)
Place your right hand gently upon the child's head and recite: 'U'eedhuka (for a boy) / U'eedhuki (for a girl) / U'eedhukuma (for two children) bi-kalimatil-lahit-tammah...', and blow lightly in the morning, evening, and before leaving home.
Important Safety & Shariah Note
Ruqyah is a means of seeking Allah's protection and healing; it does not replace medical care. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals for illnesses. Never wear amulets/talismans or visit fortune-tellers/sorcerers.
Related Topics
Morning & Evening Daily Protection Adhkar
The morning and evening supplications taught by the Prophet ﷺ are the believer's strongest spiritual shield against the evil eye, witchcraft, satanic whispers, and harmful creatures. Reciting them consistently brings peace and divine safeguarding.
Protection Before Sleep & Ayat al-Kursi
Reciting Ayat al-Kursi before going to sleep ensures that an appointed guardian angel from Allah stays over you, and no devil can approach you until the morning (Bukhari 5017). Combining it with the Three Quls repels nightmares and harmful unseen entities.