الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ، غَيْرَ مَكْفِيٍّ وَلَا مُوَدَّعٍ وَلَا مُسْتَغْنًى عَنْهُ رَبُّنَا.
All praise is for Allah, abundant, pure, blessed praise. [Praise] that is not insufficient, nor is it abandoned, nor is it unnecessary, our Lord.
Alhamdulillah hamdan katheeran tayyiban mubarakan feehi, ghaira makfiyyin wa la mawadda'in wa la mustaghna 'anhu Rabbuna.
When to Read
This dua is recited immediately after finishing a meal. It's a beautiful way to express gratitude to Allah for the sustenance He has provided, turning a simple act of eating into an opportunity for spiritual reflection and connection.
How to Read
After you have finished eating and are about to get up from your meal, recite this dua with sincerity and a heart full of gratitude. It is recommended to say it while still seated, as was the practice of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Reflect on each word, acknowledging Allah's blessings and His continuous provision.
Virtues & Benefits
This powerful dua encapsulates profound gratitude. By praising Allah in this manner, we acknowledge His limitless bounty and our constant need for Him. It elevates the act of eating from mere sustenance to a spiritual practice, reminding us that even our basic needs are met through His mercy. The phrase 'ghaira makfiyyin' (not insufficient), 'wa la mawadda'in' (nor is it abandoned), and 'wa la mustaghna 'anhu' (nor is it unnecessary) highlight our utter dependence on Allah for all things, and that His blessings are always sufficient and never to be taken for granted. This constant remembrance can indeed make the nourishment we receive a source of light for our souls, strengthening our connection to our Creator.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Umamah: The Prophet ﷺ, when his dining cloth was raised from him, would say: الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ، غَيْرَ مَكْفِيٍّ وَلَا مُوَدَّعٍ وَلَا مُسْتَغْنًى عَنْهُ رَبُّنَا. (Alhamdulillah hamdan katheeran tayyiban mubarakan feehi, ghaira makfiyyin wa la mawadda'in wa la mustaghna 'anhu Rabbuna.) The Prophet ﷺ said: 'Allah is pleased with His servant, or His slaves, who say: Al-hamdulillah...'