From Hisn al-Muslim
When frightened: La ilaha illa-llah
Quick answer
None has the right to be worshipped but Allah!
When to recite
The Prophet ﷺ woke up alarmed, saying these words. 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 Sahih al-Bukhari 3346, Sahih Muslim 2880. No special promise or count is added without a cited basis.
Arabic
لاَ إِلَهَ إِلاَّ اللَّهُ!
Transliteration
La ilaha illa-llah!
Meaning in English
None has the right to be worshipped but Allah!
Why this dua matters
The Prophet ﷺ woke up alarmed, saying these words.
Common questions
What does When frightened: La ilaha illa-llah mean?
None has the right to be worshipped but Allah!
When should I recite When frightened: La ilaha illa-llah?
The Prophet ﷺ woke up alarmed, saying these words. 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 frightened: La ilaha illa-llah?
Sahih al-Bukhari 3346, Sahih Muslim 2880.
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