الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَطْعَمَنَا وَسَقَانَا وَكَفَانَا وَآوَانَا، فَكَمْ مِمَّنْ لاَ كَافِيَ لَهُ وَلاَ مُؤْوِيَ.
All praise is due to Allah Who fed us, quenched our thirst, sufficed us and sheltered us. How many are there who have no one to suffice them and no one to shelter them!
Alhamdulillahil-ladhi at'amana wa saqana wa kafaana wa awana, fakam mimman la kafiya lahu wa la mu'wi.
When to Read
This profound dua is recited right after you finish a meal. It's a moment to pause from your daily activities, reflect on the immense blessing of sustenance, and offer sincere gratitude to Allah (SWT) for His continuous provision, not just for the food itself, but for the broader acts of being fed, quenched, sufficed, and sheltered.
How to Read
Recite this dua with presence of heart, letting its powerful meaning resonate within you. As you utter each phrase, reflect deeply on its significance: 1. **"Alhamdulillahil-ladhi at'amana wa saqana..."**: Begin by truly acknowledging that all praise and thanks belong to Allah alone, the One who provided you with food and drink. 2. **"...wa kafaana wa awana..."**: Ponder the blessings of sufficiency and shelter. This part extends beyond just a meal, encompassing all the ways Allah has made you independent of others and provided you with a home or refuge. 3. **"...fakam mimman la kafiya lahu wa la mu'wi."**: Allow your heart to soften as you remember the vast number of people in the world who lack these fundamental provisions – those who have no one to suffice them, no shelter, and no one to care for their basic needs. This remembrance cultivates humility and compassion.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua brings immense spiritual rewards and nurtures a grateful heart, which is a cornerstone of our faith. * **Deepens Gratitude:** It moves beyond a simple 'thank you' to a profound acknowledgement of Allah's continuous care and provision in all aspects of life, fostering a deeper sense of contentment. * **Cultivates Humility and Empathy:** By reminding us of those less fortunate who lack basic necessities, it prevents heedlessness, instills humility, and fosters compassion. This awareness should inspire us to appreciate our blessings more and to share with those in need. * **Follows the Sunnah:** This dua was regularly recited by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, and adhering to his practice is a source of immense reward and closeness to Allah. * **Increases Barakah (Blessings):** Expressing gratitude is a direct command from Allah in the Quran. As Allah says, "If you are grateful, I will surely increase you [in favor]" (Ibrahim 14:7). This dua is a powerful means of inviting more blessings into your life.
Source & Authentication
Anas reported that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) used to say: الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي أَطْعَمَنَا وَسَقَانَا وَكَفَانَا وَآوَانَا، فَكَمْ مِمَّنْ لاَ كَافِيَ لَهُ وَلاَ مُؤْوِيَ. (All praise is due to Allah Who fed us, quenched our thirst, sufficed us and sheltered us. How many are there who have no one to suffice them and no one to shelter them!). — Sahih Muslim 2715