الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ غَيْرَ مَكْفِيٍّ وَلَا مُوَدَّعٍ وَلَا مُسْتَغْنًى عَنْهُ رَبُّنَا
Praise be to Allah, abundant, pure, and blessed praise, a praise that is sufficient, unending, and indispensable, our Lord.
Al-hamdulillah hamdan kathiran tayyiban mubarakan feehi ghaira makfiyyin wa la mawadda'in wa la mustaghnan 'anhu Rabbuna.
When to Read
Recite this dua immediately after finishing your meal. It's a beautiful way to express gratitude not just for the food itself, but for the sustenance that nourishes your body and mind, enabling you to seek beneficial knowledge.
How to Read
Recite this from memory or by looking at a written copy. The sincerity of your heart in acknowledging Allah's blessings is the most important aspect. You can say it alone or with family members who have also eaten.
Virtues & Benefits
This specific phrasing of the dua after eating highlights a profound level of gratitude. By praising Allah with 'abundant, pure, and blessed praise,' we acknowledge that His blessings are continuous and vital. When we are nourished, our bodies and minds are better equipped to learn, understand, and retain beneficial knowledge. This dua implicitly asks Allah to help us use this renewed strength for good, including the pursuit of knowledge that pleases Him. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us this dua to express deep thankfulness for the food we receive, recognizing it as a means for us to continue living, worshipping, and seeking beneficial understanding.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by 'Abdullah bin Al-Harith: When the Prophet (ﷺ) ate something, he would say: 'Al-hamdulillah hamdan kathiran tayyiban mubarakan feehi, ghaira makfiyyin wa la mawadda'in wa la mustaghnan 'anhu Rabbuna.' (Sahih al-Bukhari 5441)