Many Muslims search for the complete evening adhkar in written form so they can maintain the prophetic practice of remembering Allah during the evening.
The evening remembrance includes Quranic verses and supplications reported from the Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, including Ayat Al-Kursi, Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq, An-Nas, Sayyid Al-Istighfar, and supplications for protection, well-being, and gratitude.
When Should Evening Adhkar Be Recited?
Evening begins after the day moves toward sunset and continues into the night, while individual adhkar may have specific timings according to their respective narrations.
Muslims can maintain the evening remembrance during the evening while observing any particular timing mentioned for a specific supplication.
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. To Him belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is on the earth...”
Surah Al-Baqarah, Verse 255.
Recited once.
Surah Al-Ikhlas and the Two Protective Surahs
Surah Al-Ikhlas
“Say: He is Allah, the One. Allah, the Eternal Refuge. He neither begets nor is born, and there is none comparable to Him.”
Surah Al-Falaq
“Say: I seek refuge in the Lord of daybreak, from the evil of what He has created, from the evil of darkness when it settles, from the evil of those who blow on knots, and from the evil of an envier when he envies.”
Surah An-Nas
“Say: I seek refuge in the Lord of mankind, the King of mankind, the God of mankind, from the evil of the whisperer who withdraws, who whispers into the hearts of mankind, from among the jinn and mankind.”
Each of the three surahs is recited three times.
We Have Reached the Evening and Sovereignty Belongs to Allah
“We have reached the evening and sovereignty belongs to Allah. Praise belongs to Allah. There is no deity except Allah alone, without partner. To Him belongs sovereignty and praise, and He is capable of all things. My Lord, I ask You for the good of this night and the good that follows it, and I seek refuge in You from the evil of this night and the evil that follows it.”
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. I remain faithful to Your covenant and promise as much as I am able. I seek refuge in You from the evil of what I have done. I acknowledge Your blessing upon me and I acknowledge my sin, so forgive me, for no one forgives sins except You.”
Recited once.
O Allah, I Call You to Witness
“O Allah, I have reached the evening and call You, the Bearers of Your Throne, Your angels, and all Your creation to witness that You are Allah. There is no deity except You, alone without partner, and that Muhammad is Your servant and messenger.”
Recited four times.
Supplication of Gratitude
“O Allah, whatever blessing has come to me this evening, or to any of Your creation, is from You alone, without partner. To You belongs praise and gratitude.”
Recited once.
Allah Is Sufficient for Me
“Allah is sufficient for me. There is no deity except Him. Upon Him I rely, and He is the Lord of the Mighty Throne.”
Recited seven 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.”
Recited three times.
Seeking Protection From Shirk
“O Allah, we seek refuge in You from knowingly associating anything with You, and we seek Your forgiveness for what we do not know.”
Recited three times.
I Seek Refuge in the Perfect Words of Allah
“I seek refuge in the perfect words of Allah from the evil of what He has created.”
Recited three times.
Supplication for Well-Being
“O Allah, grant me well-being in my body. O Allah, grant me well-being in my hearing. O Allah, grant me well-being in my sight. There is no deity except You.”
Recited three times.
Glory Be to Allah and Praise Be to Him
“Glory be to Allah and praise be to Him.”
Recited one hundred times.
There Is No Deity Except Allah Alone
“There is no deity except Allah alone, without partner. To Him belongs sovereignty and praise, and He is capable of all things.”
This remembrance is among the important forms of remembrance that Muslims are encouraged to repeat frequently.
How Can You Maintain Evening Adhkar Every Day?
A Muslim can set aside a regular time in the evening to recite the evening remembrance, beginning with the Verse of the Throne and the three short surahs, followed by the prophetic supplications and other forms of remembrance.
It is recommended to recite the remembrance attentively, reflect on its meanings, and avoid distractions as much as possible while remembering Allah.
What are the complete evening adhkar?
They include the Verse of the Throne, Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq, An-Nas, the Master Supplication for Seeking Forgiveness, and various prophetic supplications for protection, monotheism, well-being, and gratitude.
How many times are the three short surahs recited?
Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq, and An-Nas are each recited three times in the evening.
How many times is the Master Supplication for Seeking Forgiveness recited?
The Master Supplication for Seeking Forgiveness is recited once as part of the evening remembrance.
How many times is the “In the name of Allah, with whose name nothing can harm” supplication recited?
It is recited three times in the morning and evening.
How many times is “Glory be to Allah and praise be to Him” recited?
It is recited one hundred times among the recommended forms of remembrance.
