Protection from the False Messiah — First Ten Verses of Surah Al-Kahf
Source: Sahih Muslim 809
((مَنْحَفِظَعَشْرَآيَاتٍمِنْأَوَّلِسُورَةِالْكَهْفِعُصِمَمِنَالدَّجَّالِ))،وَالْاسْتِعَاذَةُبِاللَّهِمِنْفِتْنَتِهِعَقِبَالتَّشَهُّدِالْأَخِيرِمِنْكُلِّصَلاَةٍ.
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Transliteration
Man hafadha 'ashra ayatin min awwali surati Al-Kahfi 'usima min Ad-Dajjal. Wal-isti'adhah billahi min fitnatihi 'aqiba at-tashahhud al-akheeri min kulli salatin.
Translation
Whoever memorizes the first ten verses of Surah Al-Kahf will be protected from the False Messiah (Dajjal). One should also seek refuge with Allah from his tribulations after the last Tashahhud in every prayer.
Context
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ informed us that memorizing the initial ten verses of Surah Al-Kahf provides protection against the False Messiah. He also taught believers to seek Allah's refuge from his trials in the final part of their prayers.
Benefit
Reciting these verses serves as a divine shield, safeguarding the believer from the immense deception and trials associated with the Dajjal, a major sign of the Last Day.
When to Recite
Memorize the first ten verses of Surah Al-Kahf and recite them regularly. Seek refuge after the final Tashahhud in every prayer.