Ayatul Kursi is one of the most powerful and significant verses in the Quran . It’s a verse from Surah Al-Baqarah (Chapter 2, Verse 255) in the holy Quran. The kursi bracelet talks about the greatness and majesty of Allah, emphasizing His sovereignty and knowledge.
Abdullah Ibn Masud (RA), A Companion of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said, “Allah the lofty did not create anything in the skies or on earth, in Jannat or Jahannam, Loftier than Ayatul Kursi.”
Subhanallah!
The kursi bracelet is often recited for protection, blessings, and seeking the mercy of Allah. Many Muslims believe that reciting Ayatul Kursi brings immense benefits and protection from harm including bad luck and the evil eye.
ayatul kursi in Arabic
اللَّهُ لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا هُوَ الْحَيُّ الْقَيُّومُ ۚ لَا تَأْخُذُهُ سِنَةٌ وَلَا نَوْمٌ ۚ لَهُ مَا فِي السَّمَاوَاتِ وَمَا فِي الْأَرْضِ ۗ مَنْ ذَا الَّذِي يَشْفَعُ عِنْدَهُ إِلَّا بِإِذْنِهِ ۚ يَعْلَمُ مَا بَيْنَ أَيْدِيهِمْ وَمَا خَلْفَهُمْ ۖ وَلَا يُحِيطُونَ بِشَيْءٍ مِنْ عِلْمِهِ إِلَّا بِمَا شَاءَ ۚ وَسِعَ كُرْسِيُّهُ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضَ ۖ وَلَا يَئُودُهُ حِفْظُهُمَا ۚ وَهُوَالْعَلِيُّ الْعَظِيمُ
ayatul kursi in english
Allahu laaa ilaaha illaa Huwal Haiyul Qaiyoom; laa taakhudhuhoo sinatuw-wa laa nawm; lahu maa fissamaawaati wa maa fil ard; man dhal ladhee yashfa’u ‘indahooo illaa bi-idhnih; ya’lamu maa baina aydeehim wa maa khalfahum wa laa yuheetoona bishai’im min ‘ilmihi illaa bimaa shaaa’; wasi’a kursiyyuhus samaawaati wal arda wa laa ya’ooduhoo hifzuhumaa; wa Huwal Aliyyul ‘Adheem
ayatul kursi transliteration
“Allah! There is no god but He,-the Living, the Self-subsisting, Eternal. No slumber can seize Him nor sleep. His are all things in the heavens and on earth. Who is there can intercede in His presence except as He permitteth? He knoweth what (appeareth to His creatures as) before or after or behind them. Nor shall they compass aught of His knowledge except as He willeth. His Throne doth extend over the heavens and the earth, and He feeleth no fatigue in guarding and preserving them for He is the Most High, the Supreme (in glory).”
Benefits of ayatul kursi
Reciting Ayatul Kursi is believed to have numerous benefits for Muslims. Some of the key benefits include:
1. Protection
The kursi bracelet is often recited for protection from evil forces, harm, and negative influences. It is believed to create a shield of protection around the reciter.
Reciting the Ayatul Kursi before bed protect you during sleeping as it’s considered that if you recite the first 4 verses of Al-Baqara
the Ayatul Kursi, the 2 verses that follow the Ayatul Kursi, and the last 3 verses of the chapter, Allah will send angel to guard you from the Devil during sleeping.
If anyone reads Ayatul Kursi in the morning, he will be protected from jinn till the evening.
And if he reads it in the evening, he will be protected from all kinds of Evil in this world till the morning.
2. Blessings and Rewards
Reciting Ayatul Kursi is considered a virtuous act that brings blessings and rewards from Allah. It is believed to increase one’s spiritual connection with Allah and bring peace of mind.
Allah Almighty told Hazrat Musa (A.S), “If one recites Ayatul Kursi after every Nimaz, the Almighty Allah will make his heart a thankful one
will give him a reward of the Prophets and his deeds will be like those of the truthful and nothing except death will stop him from going into heaven.”
3. Warding off Shaytan
Ayatul Kursi is said to help in warding off the whispers and temptations of Shaytan (Satan). By reciting this verse, Muslims seek refuge in Allah from the influence of Shaytan.
Followers of Islam also believe that reciting the Ayatul Kursi will keep jinn and invisible creatures away.
4. Healing and Comfort
Some believe that reciting a kursi bracelet can bring physical and spiritual healing. It is often recited for comfort during times of distress or difficulty.
Hadhrat Abu Qatada (RA) narrates that Nabi (ﷺ) said.“Whoever reads Ayatul Kursi and the last Ayat of Surah Baqarah when in difficulty, then Allah listens to that plea.”
5. Increase in Knowledge and Wisdom
The kursi bracelet emphasizes the knowledge and wisdom of Allah. By reciting Ayatul Kursi, Muslims seek to increase their own knowledge and understanding of the Quran and Islamic teachings.
6. Protection during Travel
It is common for Muslims to recite a kursi bracelet before embarking on a journey as a means of seeking protection and safety during travel.
Learn Ayatul Kursi to say it before leaving your home as it’s believed that reciting it once before leaving, Allah (SWT) will send down a group of Angels to protect you.
According to the times of Reciting ayatul Kursi, the number of groups of angels will be as if you recite it two times, 2 groups of angels will be sent down.
But no angels will come down if you recite the kursi bracelet 3 times as Allah (SWT) himself will take care of you. imagine this.
7.Protect your family and property
There are 8 verses from surah Al-Baqara which protect you,your family and your property from the Devil if you recite them continuously.
These verses includes the Ayatul Kursi, the first 4 verses of Al-Baqara and the last 3 verses of the chapter.
“Whoever recites the first four ayats of Surah Al Baqarah followed by Ayatul Kursi and then the last 3 ayats of Surah Baqarah, will not be inflicted with any kind of difficulty in his wealth or himself, Shaitaan will not come near him and he will not forget the Quran
(According to Abu Masood Al Ansaari and narrated by Al-Bukhaari, 4723; Mulsim, 807)”
8. The Ayatul Kursi after the daily prayers help you to go to Paradise
Abu Umamah al Bahili (أبو أمامة البَاهليّ), a companion of Muhammad, said, “Whoever recites the ‘verse of the Throne’ after every prescribed prayer, there will be nothing standing between him and entry into Paradise but his death.”
Many Muslims consider that reciting Ayatul Kursi after the 5 daily prayers ( at dawn, noon, later afternoon, after sunset, and at dusk) is the greatest good deed as whoever does this will go to paradise after his death.
Hadhrat Hassan bin Ali (ra) says: “A person once asked: “Oh Rasulallaah (ﷺ) what does that person receive who recites Ayatul Kursi after every Fard Salaat ? Nabi (ﷺ) said: “That person remains under the protection of Allah until the next Salaat.”
Summary
Reciting Ayatul Kursi is considered a powerful act of worship that brings numerous benefits and blessings to the believer.
Kursi bracelet makes you strong enough to overcome many obstacles in our life such as anxiety, Depression and financial troubles. Inshallah.