Dua & Sunnah

Dua After Eating: Gratitude for Sustenance and Humility Before Allah

After Eating
Sahih HadithSahih al-Bukhari 5443

الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ، غَيْرَ مَكْفِيٍّ وَلَا مُوَدَّعٍ وَلَا مُسْتَغْنًى عَنْهُ رَبَّنَا

All praise is due to Allah, [to] a praise that is abundant, pure, and blessed, and [He is] not to be renounced, nor is He to be dispensed with, nor is one free of need of Him, our Lord.

Al-hamdu lillahi hamdan kathiran tayyiban mubarakan feehi, ghaira makfiyyin wa la mawadda'in wa la mustaghnan 'anhu Rabbana.

When to Read

This dua is recited immediately after finishing a meal. It's a beautiful way to end your meal, acknowledging that the sustenance you just enjoyed is a blessing from Allah that continues to be needed.

How to Read

Recite this dua with sincerity and a heart full of gratitude. Reflect on the blessings of the food you've eaten and the continuous need for Allah's provision in your life. It is said to be recited by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

Virtues & Benefits

This powerful dua expresses profound gratitude for Allah's sustenance. It teaches us humility, reminding us that despite our efforts, true provision comes from Allah and we will always be in need of Him. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ mentioned that reciting this brings the satisfaction of seeing extensive good, as Allah is pleased with the person who thanks Him after eating.

Source & Authentication

Narrated Anas: The Prophet (ﷺ) said, 'Allah is pleased with His slave, or His angel, is pleased with His slave, who says: 'Al-hamdu lillahi hamdan kathiran tayyiban mubarakan feehi, ghaira makfiyyin wa la mawadda'in wa la mustaghnan 'anhu Rabbana.' (Sahih al-Bukhari 5443)
Sahih HadithSahih al-Bukhari 5443
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