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'Whoever recites the first four verses of Suratul Baqarah, Ayatul Kursi (verse 255 of Suratul Baqarah) along with the two verses which follow it (verses 256 and 257 up to 'Wa Hum Fiha Khalidun'), and the last three verses (of this same Surah) will not see any bad or sorrow in his life or his wealth; Satan will not come near him; and he will not forget the Qur'an.'

Holy Prophet Muhammad#56

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About this quote

What does it mean?
Reciting specific verses of Surah Baqarah protects from sorrow, keeps Satan away, and prevents forgetting the Qur'an.
In plain terms
These verses shield you from hardship and forgetfulness.
What can you take from it?
Memorize and recite the highlighted verses for protection.

Where it applies

  • during illness
  • before traveling
  • in stressful periods

Putting it to work

  • learn the verses by heart
  • recite them daily

Questions to consider

  • Why these verses?
  • How does protection feel in practice?

Another view

Effectiveness depends on personal faith and may lack empirical evidence.

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