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Closing the Doors and Mentioning Allah at Night
Difficulty:Easy
1 minutes
sahih
The Sunnah
The Prophet ﷺ said: "Close your doors and mention the name of Allah, for the Shaytaan does not open a closed door over which the name of Allah has been mentioned."
Source: Sahih al-Bukhari 3304
The Science
Securing the home at night combines practical safety with remembrance of Allah, beginning the act of protection with His name.
How to Practice
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Before sleeping, close and secure the doors
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Mention the name of Allah as you close them
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Make sure the household is settled and safe
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Sleep trusting in Allah’s protection
Muslims revived this Sunnah
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