From Hisn al-Muslim

When your vehicle or mount stumbles

Quick answer

In the name of Allah.

When to recite

Say this instead of cursing Shaytan when your mount or vehicle falters. Cursing him makes him swell with pride, while the name of Allah (SWT) makes him shrink to the size of a fly. Follow any timing or count stated in the cited narration; otherwise it may be used as a general personal du'a.

Verified wording

The Arabic and meaning are paired with Sunan Abi Dawud 4982 (sahih). No special promise or count is added without a cited basis.

Arabic
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ
Transliteration

Bismillah.

Meaning in English

In the name of Allah.

Why this dua matters

Say this instead of cursing Shaytan when your mount or vehicle falters. Cursing him makes him swell with pride, while the name of Allah (SWT) makes him shrink to the size of a fly.

Source: Sunan Abi Dawud 4982 (sahih)
Common questions
What does When your vehicle or mount stumbles mean?

In the name of Allah.

When should I recite When your vehicle or mount stumbles?

Say this instead of cursing Shaytan when your mount or vehicle falters. Cursing him makes him swell with pride, while the name of Allah (SWT) makes him shrink to the size of a fly. Follow any timing or count stated in the cited narration; otherwise it may be used as a general personal du'a.

What is the source for When your vehicle or mount stumbles?

Sunan Abi Dawud 4982 (sahih).

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