Dua Before Entering the Toilet
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ، اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْخُبْثِ وَالْخَبَائِثِ
Bismillahi, Allahumma inni a'udhu bika minal-khubthi wal-khaba'ith.
"In the name of Allah. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the male and female evil spirits."
Sahih Al-Bukhari 142
Spiritual Benefits
This dua acts as a spiritual shield. Bathrooms are places where impurities exist, and invoking Allah's name provides protection from harmful unseen elements.
When Should I Say This Dua?
Say this right before stepping into the bathroom, ideally before your left foot enters.
Proper Etiquette (Sunnah)
Enter the bathroom with your left foot and exit with your right foot.