Ta'awwudh
The Ta`awwudh is the phrase A`ūdhu billāhi min ash-shaitāni r-rajīmi. This is an Arabic sentence meaning "I seek refuge in Allah from Shaitan, the accursed one". It is often recited by Muslims before reciting the Qur'an and before beginning a task. It is often followed by the Basmala.
Ta'awwudh and basmalah are pronounced along with the formulation of the niyyah. The recitation of ta`awwudh is considered a subcategory of dua. It is also described in the hadith as a supplication to reduce or remove rage or wrath.