In the heart of the Holy Qur’an lies Ayatul Kursi Dua, a verse so majestic and full of divine wisdom that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ called it the greatest verse in the Qur’an. It stands as a timeless reminder of Allah’s supreme power, infinite knowledge, and complete authority over all creation – a verse that embodies the essence of faith itself.
At The Dua For You, we share how believers around the world recite Ayatul Kursi Dua every day – after Salah, before sleeping, during travel, and for protection. It’s not merely a verse, but a shield of faith, peace, and spiritual reassurance that fills every heart with tranquility and trust in Allah.
Ayatul Kursi Surah and Its Place in the Qur’an
Ayatul Kursi (آية الكرسي) is the 255th verse of Surah Al-Baqarah (Chapter 2). This verse is a comprehensive declaration of Tawheed (the Oneness of Allah) and a clear description of His divine attributes.
Complete Ayatul Kursi Dua:
اللّٰهُ لَآ إِلٰهَ إِلَّا هُوَ الْحَيُّ الْقَيُّوْمُ ۚ
لَا تَأْخُذُهُ سِنَةٌ وَلَا نَوْمٌ ۚ
لَهُ مَا فِي السَّمٰوٰتِ وَمَا فِي الْأَرْضِ ۗ
مَن ذَا الَّذِي يَشْفَعُ عِندَهُ إِلَّا بِإِذْنِهِ ۚ
يَعْلَمُ مَا بَيْنَ أَيْدِيهِمْ وَمَا خَلْفَهُمْ ۖ
وَلَا يُحِيطُونَ بِشَيْءٍ مِّنْ عِلْمِهِ إِلَّا بِمَا شَاءَ ۚ
وَسِعَ كُرْسِيُّهُ السَّمٰوٰتِ وَالْأَرْضَ ۖ
وَلَا يَـُٔودُهُ حِفْظُهُمَا ۚ
وَهُوَ الْعَلِيُّ الْعَظِيمُ
Ayatul Kursi Tarjuma (Translation in English)
“Allah! There is no deity except Him, the Ever-Living, the Sustainer of all existence. Neither drowsiness overtakes Him nor sleep. To Him belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is on the earth. Who is it that can intercede with Him except by His permission? He knows what is before them and what will be after them, and they encompass not a thing of His knowledge except for what He wills. His Kursi (Throne) extends over the heavens and the earth, and their preservation tires Him not. And He is the Most High, the Most Great.”
(Surah Al-Baqarah, 2:255)
Ayatul Kursi PDF:
Meaning and Essence of Ayatul Kursi
Every word of Ayatul Kursi unveils a profound reality about Allah’s attributes:
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“Allah! There is no deity except Him” – affirms absolute monotheism.
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“The Ever-Living, the Sustainer” – He is self-sufficient and sustains all creation.
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“Neither drowsiness nor sleep overtakes Him” – Allah never tires, never forgets.
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“To Him belongs everything” – everything in the heavens and earth is His dominion.
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“His Kursi extends over the heavens and the earth” – symbolizes Allah’s infinite power and knowledge.
This verse invites believers to strengthen their faith, seek divine protection, and live with the awareness of Allah’s constant presence.
Virtues and Benefits of Ayatul Kursi Dua
The virtues of Ayatul Kursi Dua are countless and authentically mentioned in several Hadiths. Here are some of the most important:
1. Protection from Shaitan (Satan)
According to Sahih al-Bukhari, Abu Huraira (رضي الله عنه) narrated that the Prophet ﷺ said:
“Whoever recites Ayatul Kursi at night, Allah will appoint a guardian for him and no devil will come near him until morning.”
(Bukhari, Hadith 2311)
2. Recitation After Every Salah
The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said:
“Whoever recites Ayatul Kursi after every obligatory prayer, nothing stands between him and Paradise except death.”
(An-Nasa’i, Hadith 9928; authenticated by Al-Albani)
3. For Home Protection
The Prophet ﷺ advised reciting Ayatul Kursi when entering one’s home to drive away shayatin (evil forces). It keeps peace, blessings, and spiritual tranquility within the household.
4. Strengthening Faith and Connection with Allah
Reciting this verse reminds a believer of Allah’s ultimate authority and helps build spiritual strength and reliance on Him alone.
5. During Travel
Many scholars recommend reciting Ayatul Kursi Dua before starting a journey for divine protection and safety on the road.
Ayatul Kursi Calligraphy and Its Spiritual Beauty
The calligraphy of Ayatul Kursi holds a special place in Islamic art. Muslims adorn their homes, mosques, and workplaces with Ayatul Kursi calligraphy, not as decoration alone but as a reflection of their faith and remembrance of Allah’s greatness.
Traditional Arabic scripts like Thuluth, Kufi, and Naskh are often used to beautifully represent the verse, symbolizing both devotion and reverence. Hanging or displaying Ayatul Kursi Surah in one’s home serves as a constant reminder of divine protection and the importance of remembrance (dhikr).
Ayatul Kursi in Hindi
अल्लाहु ला इलाहा इल्ला हुआल हय्युल कय्यूम,
ला ताअखुज़ुहू सीनतुवं वला नौम,
लहु मा फिस्समावाती व मा फिल अर्द,
मन ज़ल्लज़ी यश्फ़ऊ इंदहु इल्ला बि इज़्निही,
यालमु मा बैना अयदीहिम व मा खल्फहुम,
व ला यूहीतूना बिशय’इम मिन इल्मिही इल्ला बिमा शा,
वसिअ कुरसिय्यहु समावाती वल अर्द,
व ला यऊदुहु हिफ्ज़ुहूमा,
व हुआल अलीय्युल अज़ीम।
Ayatul Kursi in Hindi (Meaning / Translation):
अल्लाह! उसके सिवा कोई इबादत के लायक नहीं।
वह हमेशा ज़िंदा रहने वाला और सबको संभालने वाला है।
उसे न ऊंघ आती है, न नींद।
आसमानों और ज़मीन में जो कुछ है, सब उसी का है।
कौन है जो उसकी इजाज़त के बिना उसकी बारगाह में सिफ़ारिश कर सके?
वह जानता है जो उनके आगे है और जो उनके पीछे है।
और वे उसके इल्म (ज्ञान) में से कुछ भी नहीं पा सकते सिवाय उसके जो वह चाहे।
उसकी कुरसी (सिंहासन) आसमानों और ज़मीन तक फैली हुई है,
और उन्हें संभालना उसे थकाता नहीं।
और वह सबसे ऊँचा, सबसे महान है।
For Hindi readers, this transliteration helps pronounce the words correctly and preserve the meaning during recitation.
Ayatul Kursi in Different Languages
| Language | Ayatul Kursi Text |
|---|---|
| Roman English (Transliteration) | Allahu la ilaha illa huwa al-hayyul qayyum, la ta’khuzuhu sinatun wa la naum, lahu ma fissamawati wa ma fil ard, man dhal-ladhi yashfa‘u indahu illa bi-idhnihi, ya‘lamu ma baina aydihim wa ma khalfahum, wa la yuhituna bishay’im min ilmihi illa bima shaa’, wasi‘a kursiyyuhus samawati wal ard, wa la ya’uduhu hifzuhuma, wa huwal ‘aliyyul azeem. |
| Bengali (বাংলা উচ্চারণ) | আল্লাহু লা ইলাহা ইল্লা হুয়াল হাইয়ুল ক্বাইয়্যুম, লা তা’খুজুহু সীনাতুওঁ ওয়ালা নাওম, লাহু মা ফিস সামাওয়াতি ওয়া মা ফিল আরদ, মান যাল্লাজি ইয়াশফাউ ইন্দাহু ইল্লা বি ইজনিহি, ইয়ালামু মা বাইনা আইদীহিম ওয়া মা খালফাহুম, ওয়া লা ইউহিতুনা বি শাই’ইম মিন ইলমিহি ইল্লা বিমা শা’আ, ওয়াসিয়া কুরসিইয়্যুহুস সামাওয়াতি ওয়াল আরদ, ওয়া লা ইয়াউদুহু হিফযুহুমা, ওয়া হুয়াল আলিয়্যুল আজিম। |
| Bangla (বাংলা) | আল্লাহ! তিনি ছাড়া আর কোনো উপাস্য নেই। তিনি চিরঞ্জীব, সর্বনিয়ন্তা। তাঁকে তন্দ্রা বা নিদ্রা স্পর্শ করে না। আকাশমণ্ডলী ও পৃথিবীর সবকিছুই তাঁর। কে আছে যে তাঁর অনুমতি ছাড়া সুপারিশ করতে পারে? তিনি জানেন তাদের সামনে ও পিছনের সবকিছু। তারা তাঁর জ্ঞানের কিছুই আয়ত্ত করতে পারে না, যা তিনি ইচ্ছা করেন তা ছাড়া। তাঁর কুরসি আকাশমণ্ডলী ও পৃথিবী পর্যন্ত বিস্তৃত, এবং এগুলির রক্ষণাবেক্ষণ তাঁকে ক্লান্ত করে না। তিনি সর্বোচ্চ, মহান। |
| Urdu (اردو) | اللّٰہُ لَا إِلٰهَ إِلَّا ھُوَ الْحَیُّ الْقَیُّوْمُ، لَا تَأْخُذُهُ سِنَةٌ وَلَا نَوْمٌ، لَهُ مَا فِی السَّمَاوَاتِ وَمَا فِی الْأَرْضِ، مَنْ ذَا الَّذِی یَشْفَعُ عِنْدَهُ إِلَّا بِإِذْنِهٖ، یَعْلَمُ مَا بَیْنَ أَیْدِیْهِمْ وَمَا خَلْفَهُمْ، وَلَا یُحِیْطُوْنَ بِشَیْءٍ مِّنْ عِلْمِهٖ إِلَّا بِمَا شَآءَ، وَسِعَ کُرْسِیُّهُ السَّمٰوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضَ، وَلَا یَؤُدُهٗ حِفْظُهُمَا، وَهُوَ الْعَلِیُّ الْعَظِیْمُ۔ |
| Gujarati (ગુજરાતી) | અલ્લાહુ લા ઇલાહા ઇલ્લા હુવાલ હય્યુલ કય્યુમ, લા તાખુઝુહુ સિનતુવં વલા નવ્મ, લહુ મા ફિસ સમાવાતી વમા ફિલ અર્ધ, મન ઝલ્લઝી યશ્ફાઉ ઇંદહુ ઇલ્લા બિ ઇઝ્નિહી, યાલમુ મા બૈના આયદીહિમ વમા ખલ્ફાહુમ, વલા યુહીતૂના બિ શૈઈમ મિન ઈલ્મિહી ઇલ્લા બિમા શા, વસિયા કુર્સિય્યુહુસ સમાવાતી વલ અર્ધ, વલા યાઉદુહુ હિફ્ઝુહુમા, વ હુવાલ અલીય્યુલ અઝીમ। |
When and How to Recite Ayatul Kursi Dua
1. After Every Salah
Recite Ayatul Kursi full once after each obligatory prayer for protection and reward.
2. Before Sleeping
Reciting this verse before sleeping ensures safety from shaitan and calamities throughout the night.
3. During Travel
Recite before leaving home for a journey for peace, safety, and divine blessing.
4. For Home and Family Protection
Recite it daily at home, especially in the morning and evening, to keep away negative energies.
5. In Times of Fear or Anxiety
This verse brings spiritual calm and reassurance that Allah is always in control.
Other Related Authentic Duas to Ayatul Kursi
These authentic supplications complement the recitation of Ayatul Kursi for complete daily protection:
1. Dua for Protection (Morning and Evening Adhkar):
بِسْمِ اللّٰهِ الَّذِي لَا يَضُرُّ مَعَ اسْمِهِ شَيْءٌ فِي الْأَرْضِ وَلَا فِي السَّمَاءِ وَهُوَ السَّمِيعُ الْعَلِيمُ
Transliteration:
Bismillahil-ladhi la yadurru ma’asmihi shai’un fil-ardi wa la fis-sama’i wa huwa as-sami’ul alim.
Meaning:
In the name of Allah, with whose name nothing on earth or in the heavens can cause harm, and He is the All-Hearing, All-Knowing.
(Tirmidhi, 3388)
2. Ayatul Kursi with Surah Al-Ikhlas and Al-Mu’awwidhatain (for nightly protection):
Recite Ayatul Kursi, Surah Al-Ikhlas (112), Al-Falaq (113), and An-Naas (114) before sleeping for complete spiritual safety — an authentic Sunnah of the Prophet ﷺ.
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Spiritual Lessons from Ayatul Kursi
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Tawheed (Oneness of Allah) – Central to faith, reminding us that only Allah deserves worship.
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Total Dependence on Allah – All power and sustenance belong to Him alone.
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Awareness of the Unseen – Allah’s knowledge encompasses everything, past, present, and future.
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Reminder of Accountability – Only those permitted by Allah can intercede on the Day of Judgment.
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Source of Peace and Reassurance – In times of fear or doubt, this verse restores serenity and hope.
Ayatul Kursi in Daily Life
Incorporating Ayatul Kursi Dua in daily routine is a simple yet powerful habit. Whether you’re at home, work, or traveling, this single verse can bring immense blessings and protection. Parents often teach it to children from an early age, as it is both easy to memorize and spiritually rich.
For those who decorate their homes with Ayatul Kursi calligraphy, it serves as a reminder that Allah’s mercy surrounds them at all times.
Conclusion
Ayatul Kursi Dua is more than a verse — it’s a divine treasure of protection, knowledge, and peace. It declares Allah’s majesty, guards believers from harm, and connects hearts to the eternal truth of His Oneness.
Reciting Ayatul Kursi Surah daily, understanding its meaning (tarjuma), and living by its message transforms one’s spiritual life. Whether you read it after Salah, before sleep, or during travel, this powerful ayah brings light and serenity into every believer’s heart.
Let this sacred verse be your shield, your comfort, and your daily reminder that Allah is Al-‘Aliyy, Al-‘Azim — the Most High, the Most Great.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the main message of Ayatul Kursi?
The main message is the complete Oneness, Power, and Knowledge of Allah — that He is the only One who sustains and protects all creation.
2. Is reciting Ayatul Kursi after every Salah compulsory?
It’s not compulsory but highly recommended (Sunnah). The Prophet ﷺ promised immense rewards for those who recite it after each obligatory prayer.
3. Can I recite Ayatul Kursi for someone’s protection?
Yes, you can recite it with the intention of seeking Allah’s protection for yourself or your loved ones.
4. How many times should Ayatul Kursi be recited daily?
There is no fixed limit, but reciting after each Salah and before sleeping is encouraged.
5. Is Ayatul Kursi only for protection?
While it is a great means of protection, it also strengthens faith, brings blessings, and increases one’s awareness of Allah.
6. Can Ayatul Kursi be recited in Hindi or English?
The reward lies in reciting it in Arabic, but understanding its meaning in Hindi or English enhances faith and connection.
7. What is the significance of Ayatul Kursi calligraphy?
Ayatul Kursi calligraphy represents devotion and spiritual beauty. Displaying it is a reminder of Allah’s constant guardianship.