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Azkar al-Masaa
Complete evening duas (Azkar al-Masaa) — Arabic text, transliteration, and English translation, sourced from authentic hadith.
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What Is Azkar al-Masaa?
Azkar al-Masaa (أذكار المساء), also written as Adhkar al-Masaa or Athkar al-Masaa, are the remembrances and supplications recited each evening — from after Asr prayer until Maghrib, or from Maghrib until nightfall, depending on the narration followed. They close the day the way Azkar al-Sabah (morning remembrances) open it: with gratitude, protection, and a return of trust to Allah before night sets in.
Recite along — check off each one as you go
Virtues of Azkar al-Masaa
The Sequence
01 · First
Ayat al-Kursi
Allahu la ilaha illa huwa, al-hayyul-qayyum, la ta’khudhuhu sinatun wa la nawm, lahu ma fis-samawati wa ma fil-ard, man dhal-ladhi yashfa’u ‘indahu illa bi-idhnih, ya’lamu ma bayna aydihim wa ma khalfahum, wa la yuhituna bi shay’in min ‘ilmihi illa bima sha’a, wasi’a kursiyyuhus-samawati wal-ard, wa la ya’uduhu hifdhuhuma, wa huwal-‘aliyyul-‘adheem.
“Allah — there is no deity except Him, the Ever-Living, the Sustainer of all existence. Neither drowsiness nor sleep overtakes Him. To Him belongs all that is in the heavens and all that is on the earth. Who can intercede with Him except by His permission? He knows what is before them and what is behind them, and they encompass nothing of His knowledge except what He wills. His Throne extends over the heavens and the earth, and preserving them tires Him not. He is the Most High, the Most Great.” (Surah Al-Baqarah, 2:255)
02 · Second
The Three Quls
قُلْ أَعُوذُ بِرَبِّ الْفَلَقِ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا خَلَقَ وَمِنْ شَرِّ غَاسِقٍ إِذَا وَقَبَ وَمِنْ شَرِّ النَّفَّاثَاتِ فِي الْعُقَدِ وَمِنْ شَرِّ حَاسِدٍ إِذَا حَسَدَ
قُلْ أَعُوذُ بِرَبِّ النَّاسِ مَلِكِ النَّاسِ إِلَٰهِ النَّاسِ مِنْ شَرِّ الْوَسْوَاسِ الْخَنَّاسِ الَّذِي يُوَسْوِسُ فِي صُدُورِ النَّاسِ مِنَ الْجِنَّةِ وَالنَّاسِ
Qul huwa Allahu ahad, Allahus-samad, lam yalid wa lam yulad, wa lam yakul-lahu kufuwan ahad.
Qul a’udhu bi rabbil-falaq, min sharri ma khalaq, wa min sharri ghasiqin idha waqab, wa min sharrin-naffathati fil-‘uqad, wa min sharri hasidin idha hasad.
Qul a’udhu bi rabbin-nas, malikin-nas, ilahin-nas, min sharril-waswasil-khannas, alladhi yuwaswisu fi sudurin-nas, minal-jinnati wan-nas.
Surah Al-Ikhlas: “Say: He is Allah, the One. Allah, the Eternal Refuge. He neither begets nor is born, nor is there to Him any equivalent.”
Surah Al-Falaq: “Say: I seek refuge in the Lord of daybreak, from the evil of that which He created, and from the evil of darkness when it settles, and from the evil of the blowers in knots, and from the evil of an envier when he envies.”
Surah An-Nas: “Say: I seek refuge in the Lord of mankind, the Sovereign of mankind, the God of mankind, from the evil of the retreating whisperer who whispers in the breasts of mankind, from among the jinn and mankind.”
03 · Third
Amsaina wa Amsal-Mulku Lillah
Amsayna wa amsal-mulku lillah, wal-hamdu lillah, la ilaha illallahu wahdahu la sharika lah, lahul-mulku wa lahul-hamdu wa huwa ‘ala kulli shay’in qadir. Rabbi as’aluka khayra ma fi hadhihil-laylati wa khayra ma ba’daha, wa a’udhu bika min sharri ma fi hadhihil-laylati wa sharri ma ba’daha.
“We have entered the evening and with it all dominion belongs to Allah, and all praise is for Allah. There is no deity but Allah alone, with no partner. To Him belongs dominion and to Him belongs praise, and He is over all things capable. My Lord, I ask You for the good of this night and the good of what follows it, and I seek refuge in You from the evil of this night and the evil of what follows it.”
04 · Fourth
Sayyid al-Istighfar (Evening Version)
Allahumma anta rabbi la ilaha illa anta, khalaqtani wa ana ‘abduka, wa ana ‘ala ‘ahdika wa wa’dika mas-tata’tu, a’udhu bika min sharri ma sana’tu, abu’u laka bini’matika ‘alayya, wa abu’u bidhanbi faghfir li fa’innahu la yaghfirudh-dhunuba illa anta.
“O Allah, You are my Lord, there is no deity except You. You created me and I am Your servant, and I am upon 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 favor upon me, and I acknowledge my sin, so forgive me, for none forgives sins except You.” — the master statement of seeking forgiveness, recited in the evening with “amsaytu” in place of the morning’s “asbahtu.”
05 · Fifth
Evening Protection Dua
A’udhu bikalimatillahi at-tammati min sharri ma khalaq
“I seek refuge in the perfect words of Allah from the evil of what He has created” — recited for protection through the night.
06 · Sixth
Evening Tasbih
SubhanAllahi wa bihamdih
“Glory be to Allah and praise Him” — a light phrase on the tongue, heavy on the scale, beloved to the Merciful. Closes the evening remembrance as it closes the morning.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
When Should You Recite Azkar al-Masaa?
The window for Azkar al-Masaa generally begins after Asr prayer and extends through Maghrib into early night. Some scholars mark the start closer to sunset itself. If you miss the earlier window, complete the sequence as soon as you’re able — the reward isn’t voided by a late start, only by skipping it entirely.
Start your day the same way you close it —
read the companion guide: Azkar al-Sabah (Morning Remembrances) →Frequently Asked Questions
Can I read Azkar al-Masaa in English?
Yes. Reciting the transliteration or translation is valid, especially while you’re still learning the Arabic. The Arabic wording is recommended where possible since it matches exactly what was narrated from the Prophet ﷺ.
What’s the exact time window for Azkar al-Masaa?
Most scholars place it between Asr and Maghrib, or from Maghrib into early night, depending on which narration is followed. Either window is acceptable — consistency matters more than precise timing.
What if I miss the evening window entirely?
Complete it as soon as you remember, even after nightfall. A late recitation still counts; only skipping it entirely misses the reward.
How long does Azkar al-Masaa take to complete?
The full sequence takes roughly 8–10 minutes at an unhurried pace, including the 100 repetitions of tasbih.
What’s the difference between Azkar al-Masaa and Azkar al-Sabah?
They share most of the same core supplications, with small wording changes (e.g. “amsaytu” replacing “asbahtu” to reflect evening instead of morning) and are recited at opposite ends of the day — morning after Fajr, evening after Asr or at Maghrib.
Do I need wudu (ablution) to recite Azkar al-Masaa?
No. Unlike prayer, dhikr and dua don’t require wudu. You can recite Azkar al-Masaa in any state, though many people prefer to be in wudu out of general good practice.
Can I recite Azkar al-Masaa silently, or does it have to be out loud?
Either is valid. Silent recitation with sincere intention and understanding carries the same reward as reciting aloud — volume isn’t the measure, presence of heart is.
Is it better to recite from memory or read from a page or app?
Both are valid. Reading from a page or app is completely fine and often more accurate for beginners than reciting an imperfectly memorized version. Memorization can come naturally with consistent repetition over time.