Evening Adhkar are among the important acts of remembrance that Muslims regularly recite in the evening. They include Quranic verses and authentic supplications that contain meanings of worship, protection, forgiveness and reliance upon Allah.

Many Muslims search for the complete Evening Adhkar written in Arabic, including Ayat al-Kursi, Surah Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq and An-Nas, Sayyid al-Istighfar and several prophetic supplications.

Complete Evening Adhkar

Ayat al-Kursi

Allah says:

“Allah—there is no deity except Him, the Ever-Living, the Sustainer of all. Neither drowsiness nor sleep overtakes Him...”

Ayat al-Kursi is recited once as part of the evening remembrance.

Surah Al-Ikhlas

“Say: He is Allah, One. Allah, the Eternal Refuge. He neither begets nor is born, nor is there to Him any equivalent.”

It is recited three times.

Surah Al-Falaq

“Say: I seek refuge in the Lord of daybreak, from the evil of what He has created...”

It is recited three times.

Surah An-Nas

“Say: I seek refuge in the Lord of mankind, the King of mankind, the God of mankind...”

It is recited three times.

Important Evening Duas

“We have reached the evening and sovereignty belongs to Allah”

Among the well-known evening remembrances is:

“We have reached the evening and sovereignty belongs to Allah. Praise belongs to Allah. There is no deity except Allah alone, without partner...”

This remembrance is recited once.

Sayyid al-Istighfar

“O Allah, You are my Lord. There is no deity except You. You created me and I am Your servant...”

This is one of the greatest supplications for seeking Allah’s forgiveness and is recited once in the evening.

Contentment With Allah

“I am pleased with Allah as my Lord, Islam as my religion, and Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, as my Prophet.”

It is recited three times.

In the Name of Allah, With Whose Name Nothing Can Harm

“In the name of Allah, with whose name nothing on earth or in heaven can cause harm, and He is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing.”

It is recited three times.

Supplication for Forgiveness and Well-Being

Among the evening supplications is:

“O Allah, I ask You for forgiveness and well-being in this world and the Hereafter...”

It is a comprehensive supplication asking Allah for forgiveness and well-being in both this life and the Hereafter.

When Should Evening Adhkar Be Recited?

Evening Adhkar are generally recited during the evening, with scholars differing over the precise beginning of the recommended time.

The important point is to maintain the established remembrances and recite them with mindfulness and sincerity.

The Importance of Evening Adhkar

Evening Adhkar contain profound meanings of monotheism, seeking Allah’s protection, asking for forgiveness and relying upon Him.

They also provide an opportunity for Muslims to renew their connection with Allah at the end of the day and remember His blessings and mercy.

What are the most important Evening Adhkar?

They include Ayat al-Kursi, Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq, An-Nas, Sayyid al-Istighfar and several prophetic supplications.

How many times are the three Quls recited?

Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq and An-Nas are each recited three times.

How many times is “I am pleased with Allah as my Lord” recited?

It is recited three times.

Is Sayyid al-Istighfar part of the Evening Adhkar?

Yes. It is one of the well-known supplications for seeking forgiveness and is recited once in the evening.