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Reciting Ayat al-Kursi Before Sleep

Difficulty:
Easy
1 minutes
sahih

The Sunnah

The Prophet ﷺ said regarding Ayat al-Kursi: "When you go to your bed, recite Ayat al-Kursi, for there will remain over you a protector from Allah, and no devil will come near you until morning."

Source: Sahih al-Bukhari 2311

The Science

Ayat al-Kursi is among the greatest verses of the Quran; reciting it at night is a Prophetically taught means of protection and a peaceful way to settle the heart before sleep.

How to Practice

1

Once in bed, prepare to sleep

2

Recite Ayat al-Kursi (Surah al-Baqarah 2:255) attentively

3

Reflect on Allah’s greatness and sovereignty

4

Sleep with trust in His protection

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