20 Powerful Islamic Ways to Protect Yourself from Jinn, Black Magic & Evil Influence
20 Effective Ways to Protect Yourself from Jinn According to Islam
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Learn 20 authentic, proven Islamic methods to protect yourself and your family from Jinn and Shayatin. Includes Duas, Sunnah habits, and Hadith references.
Introduction
Jinn are part of the unseen world in Islam and can affect human lives in various ways. To safeguard yourself and your family, Islam offers several prophetic methods that are spiritually powerful and practically effective. Below are 20 authentic ways supported by Hadith and scholarly consensus.
✅ 1. Begin Meals with Bismillah
Start eating by saying “Bismillah”. Without it, Shaytan joins you in eating and becomes stronger. Saying Bismillah weakens this evil companion.
[Ref: Al-Adabul Mufrad 1096]
✅ 2. Forgot to Say Bismillah?
Recite this as soon as you remember:
بِسْمِ اللهِ أَوَّلَهُ وَآخِرَهُ
“In the name of Allah, at the beginning and at the end.”
[Ref: Tirmidhi, Abu Dawood; Riyad as-Salihin 729]
✅ 3. Entering the House
Say Bismillah before entering your home. If not, Shaytan may enter and stay with you.
[Ref: Al-Adabul Mufrad 1096]
✅ 4. Leaving the House
Recite:
بِسْمِ اللهِ تَوَكَّلْتُ عَلَى الله، وَلَا حَوْلَ وَلَا قُوَّةَ إِلَّا بِالله
“In the name of Allah, I place my trust in Allah; there is no power and no strength except with Allah.”
Brings divine protection and guidance.
[Ref: Tirmidhi, Abu Dawood; Riyad as-Salihin 83]
✅ 5. Changing Clothes
Say Bismillah before changing. This acts as a shield between you and the eyes of jinn.
[Ref: Tirmidhi 606]
✅ 6. Entering the Toilet
Recite:
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْخُبُثِ وَالْخَبَائِثِ
“O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the male and female devils.”
[Ref: Tirmidhi 606]
✅ 7. Don’t Stay Long in the Washroom
Exit quickly and avoid talking inside, as this can attract jinn.
✅ 8. Opening/Closing Doors & Windows
Say Bismillah while opening or closing them. Satan cannot open doors closed with Allah’s name.
[Ref: Abu Dawood 3731]
✅ 9. Covering Food and Drink
Cover your food and drink by mentioning Allah’s name, even with a stick.
[Ref: Abu Dawood 3731]
✅ 10. Turning Off Lights at Night
Say Bismillah when switching off lights, gas, or cylinders.
[Ref: Abu Dawood 3731]
✅ 11. Proper Hijab and Modesty
Jinn can be attracted to uncovered women. Always go out with proper hijab to avoid exposure.
✅ 12. Avoiding Idol Temples
Stay away from polytheistic worship places, especially during festivals. These areas are often infested by jinn.
[Ref: Bayhaqi – Umar ibn Khattab RA]
✅ 13. Reciting Surah Al-Baqarah at Home
Especially its last two verses. It drives away Shayatin from the house.
[Ref: Tirmidhi 2877, Abu Dawood 1397, Ibn Majah]
✅ 14. No Open Animal or Human Images
Avoid displaying such images. Angels do not enter these homes.
[Ref: Nasai 5347, Bukhari 3238]
✅ 15. Avoid Keeping Dogs Inside the House
Dogs prevent the entry of angels.
[Ref: Nasai 5347]
✅ 16. Avoiding Indecent Content
Keep your home free from shameless TV shows, magazines, or media. If unavoidable, cover them or eliminate their source.
✅ 17. No Statues or Figurines
Avoid decorative statues or anything resembling idols.
[Ref: Bukhari 3238]
✅ 18. Purify Quickly After Janabah
Perform ghusl promptly after sexual impurity. Delaying makes it easier for jinn to attack.
[Ref: Nasai 262]
✅ 19. Dhikr in Emotional Moments
Remember Allah during extreme anger, sadness, or joy—especially anger. Recite:
أَعُوذُ بِاللَّهِ مِنَ الشَّيْطَانِ الرَّجِيمِ
“I seek refuge with Allah from the accursed devil.”
✅ 20. Protect Children at Maghrib Time
Keep young children indoors just before and after Maghrib. Jinn are most active at this time. (Based on experience)
📚 References:
[1] Al-Adabul Mufrad 1096
[2] Tirmidhi, Abu Dawood; Riyad as-Salihin 729
[3] Tirmidhi, Abu Dawood; Riyad as-Salihin 83
[4] Tirmidhi 606
[5] Abu Dawood 3731
[6] Bayhaqi – Umar ibn Khattab RA
[7] Tirmidhi 2877
[8] Abu Dawood 1397; Ibn Majah
[9] Nasai 5347
[10] Bukhari 3238
[11] Nasai 262
Disclaimer: This list is not exhaustive. Other authentic methods of protection may also exist.
(Collected)
