Protection from Evil Eye (Nazar/Nazare Bud): Ancient Wisdom for Modern Life
In many cultures around the world, the concept of the “evil eye” or “nazar” or “buri nazar” represents a powerful negative energy that can be directed toward individuals, often unintentionally, through jealousy, envy, or admiration. This belief system, deeply rooted in traditions across the Middle East, South Asia, and beyond, has spawned various protective practices and prayers designed to shield against these harmful influences.
Understanding the Evil Eye
The evil eye, known as “nazar bad” in Persian or Urdu traditions, is believed to be a look or stare that can cause misfortune, illness, or injury to the person, animal, or object it’s directed toward. Often, this negative energy is transmitted unconsciously when someone admires something with excessive praise but without saying appropriate protective phrases.
The Power of Dua (Prayer) for Protection
Among the most powerful defenses against the evil eye is the recitation of specific prayers or duas passed down through generations. One particularly revered prayer for protection comes from the Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him):
Nazar ki Dua in Arabic:
أَعُوذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّةِ مِنْ كُلِّ شَيْطَانٍ وَهَامَّةٍ، وَمِنْ كُلِّ عَيْنٍ لاَمَّةٍ
Transliteration: “A’udhu bi kalimatillahi at-tammati min kulli shaytanin wa hammatin, wa min kulli ‘aynin lammatin.”
Nazar ki Dua in English:
Narrated Ibn `Abbas: The Prophet (ﷺ) used to seek Refuge with Allah for Al-Hasan and Al-Husain and say: “Your forefather (i.e. Abraham) used to seek Refuge with Allah for Ishmael and Isaac by reciting the following:
‘O Allah! I seek Refuge with Your Perfect Words from every devil and from poisonous pests and from every evil, harmful, envious eye.’ (Sahih al-Bukhari:3371 )
Nazar ki Dua in Urdu:
میں پناہ مانگتا ہوں اللہ کے پورے پورے کلمات کے ذریعہ ہر ایک شیطان سے اور ہر زہریلے جانور سے اور ہر نقصان پہنچانے والی نظر بد سے۔
The Significance of Regular Practice
What makes this particular dua so effective is not just its words but the intention and regularity with which it is recited. Spiritual leaders emphasize that consistent recitation with sincere faith strengthens its protective qualities. Many practitioners recommend:
– Reciting this dua in the morning and evening
– Teaching it to children for their protection
– Saying it before entering crowded places or situations where envy might arise
– Reciting it when receiving compliments or praise
Modern Relevance of Ancient Protection
Despite our increasingly science-oriented world, these traditional protective practices remain relevant for many. They provide psychological comfort, cultural continuity, and a sense of spiritual safeguarding in uncertain times.
The beauty of the nazar ki dua lies in its simplicity and accessibility – requiring no special tools or intermediaries, just sincere faith and consistent practice. In a world where negative energies can manifest in various forms, these islamic duas continue to offer comfort and reassurance to millions.
