Dua For Bad Thoughts in Arabic & English (Negative Thoughts)

Our minds can be filled with a mix of good and bad thoughts. But when negative thoughts overwhelm us, it can be hard to focus on our daily lives.

In such moments, turning to Allah for help and reciting dua for guidance and protection can bring comfort and strength. It’s like having a conversation with Allah, seeking His guidance and protection from harmful thoughts.

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Dua For Bad Thoughts in Arabic

The Dua to stop negative thought is:

أَعوذُ بِاللهِ مِنَ الشَّيْطانِ الرَّجيم, آمَنْتُ بِاللَّهِ وَرُسُلِهِ

Transliteration

The transliteration of the dua is A’oozu Bil-laahi minash shaytaa-nir-rajeem. Amantu billahi wa rusulihi.

Dua For Negative Thoughts in English

The meaning of the Dua is I seek the protection of Allah from the accursed devil. I believe in Allah and His messengers.

Evil whispers during prayer and at other times come from the Shaytan, who is keen to misguide the Muslim and deprive him of good and keep it far away from him. Allah says:

And if there comes to you from Satan an evil suggestion, then seek refuge in Allah. Indeed, He is the Hearing, the Knowing. Surah Fussilat 36

Some of the Companions complained about the waswas that was bothering them. Some of the Companions of the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) came to the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) and said to him,

‘We find in ourselves thoughts that are too terrible to speak of.’ He said, ‘Are you really having such thoughts?’ They said, ‘Yes.’ He said, ‘That is a clear sign of faith.’” (Narrated by Muslim, 132 from the hadith of Abu Hurayrah).

Al-Nawawi said in his commentary on this hadith (prophetic tradition):

“The Prophet’s words, ‘That is a clear sign of faith’ mean, the fact that you think of this waswas as something terrible is a clear sign of faith, for if you dare not utter it and you are so afraid of it and of speaking of it, let alone believing it, this is the sign of one who has achieved perfect faith and who is free of doubt.”

And it was said that what it means is that the Shaytan only whispers to those whom he despairs of tempting, because he is unable to tempt them.

How To Get Rid Of Bad Thoughts

Here are some ways to get rid of bad thoughts in Islam:

Seek refuge in Allah: Say “Audhu billahi min ash-shaytan ir-rajeem” (I seek refuge in Allah from the accursed Satan).
Recite dua: Ask Allah to guide and protect you from negative thoughts.
Focus on good thoughts: Replace bad thoughts with good ones, like remembering Allah’s blessings.
Practice mindfulness: Be aware of your thoughts and redirect them to positive ones.
Engage in prayer and worship: Stay connected to Allah through regular prayer and worship.
Seek help from the Quran: Read and reflect on verses that promote positivity and guidance.
Consult with a scholar or mentor: Get guidance from knowledgeable Islamic leaders or mentors.
Practice self-care: Take care of your physical and mental health.
Avoid triggers: Identify and avoid situations that trigger negative thoughts.
Have patience and persistence: Overcoming bad thoughts takes time and effort.

Remember, seeking help from Allah and following Islamic guidance can bring peace and strength to your mind and heart.