Holding the Mushaf to one’s chest in order to ward off harmful ones body and soul is the same as wearing an amulet containing verses of the Qur’an. There is a considerable difference of opinion among the scholars as to whether that is permissible. According to the view that amulets are not permissible, even if they contain words from the Qur’an and adhkaar, which is the view favoured on this website, then what appears to be the case is that this action – which is holding the Mushaf to your chest when wanting to sleep – is not permissible.

Two hadiths have been reported form Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) about the virtues and benefits of Surah Taha. However, there are many weak hadiths about the virtues of the Surah. For more, please see the detailed answer.