الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ، غَيْرَ مَكْفِيٍّ وَلَا مُوَدَّعٍ وَلَا مُسْتَغْنًى عَنْهُ رَبُّنَا.
All praise is due to Allah, [praise] in abundance, good and blessed. We are not self-sufficient, nor is it ever to be gotten rid of, nor do we feel independent of our Lord, O our Lord.
Al-hamdu lillahi hamdan kathiran tayyiban mubarakan feehi, ghaira makfiyyin wa la mudawwain wa la mustaghnan 'anhu Rabbuna.
When to Read
This beautiful dua is recited immediately after finishing a meal, before or as you are done with the last bite. It's a moment to pause and reflect on the blessings you've just received.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and heartfelt gratitude. Take a moment to truly feel the meaning behind the words – acknowledging Allah's constant provision and our perpetual need for Him. It's a reminder that every meal is a blessing from our Creator.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua is a powerful way to show appreciation to Allah for the sustenance He has provided. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught this specific phrasing, indicating its immense value. By acknowledging our reliance on Allah even after receiving a seemingly simple gift like food, we strengthen our connection with Him and cultivate constant gratitude, a cornerstone of faith. It also serves as a reminder that this sustenance is a trust from Allah, and we should strive to use the strength it gives us in His obedience.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Umamah: The Prophet (ﷺ) if he was raised up from the table, he would say: الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ، غَيْرَ مَكْفِيٍّ وَلَا مُوَدَّعٍ وَلَا مُسْتَغْنًى عَنْهُ رَبُّنَا. (Al-hamdu lillahi hamdan kathiran tayyiban mubarakan feehi, ghaira makfiyyin wa la mudawwain wa la mustaghnan 'anhu Rabbuna.) Translation: All praise is due to Allah, [praise] in abundance, good and blessed. We are not self-sufficient, nor is it ever to be gotten rid of, nor do we feel independent of our Lord, O our Lord.