اَلْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ غَيْرَ مَكْفِيٍّ وَلَا مُوَدَّعٍ وَلَا مُسْتَغْنًى عَنْهُ رَبُّنَا
All praise is for Allah, [praiseworthy] praise abundant, pure, and blessed, [praise] that suffices and is never lacking, and is never dispensed with. Our Lord.
Al-hamdulillah hamdan katheeran tayyiban mubarakan feehi ghaira makfiyyin wa la mawadd'in wa la mustaghnan 'anhu Rabbuna.
When to Read
This beautiful expression of gratitude is recited immediately after finishing a meal. It's a moment to pause, reflect on the blessing of the food we've consumed, and turn to Allah with our deepest requests.
How to Read
Recite this duasincerely, with your heart focused on Allah's blessings. As you say 'Rabbuna' (Our Lord), you can extend your supplication by asking for Allah to bless your descendants with provision and righteousness. For instance, you might follow with a personal prayer like: 'O Allah, bless our children and grandchildren with sustenance, guidance, and unwavering faith.' The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught us to connect our gratitude to our supplications.
Virtues & Benefits
This specific dua, taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, is a profound act of acknowledging Allah's continuous blessings. It's not just about the food itself, but about recognizing Allah as the ultimate Provider. By expressing such sincere gratitude, we open the doors to further blessings. When we add our personal supplications for our children and grandchildren within this framework of thanksgiving, we are essentially asking Allah to bestow upon them the very sustenance and guidance we are acknowledging in our own lives. This strengthens the bond between gratitude and the acceptance of prayers, as Allah loves those who are thankful.
Source & Authentication
Narrated by Abu Umamah: The Prophet ﷺ, when he finished eating, would say: ‘Al-hamdulillah hamdan katheeran tayyiban mubarakan feehi ghaira makfiyyin wa la mawadd'in wa la mustaghnan 'anhu Rabbuna.' (All praise is for Allah, [praiseworthy] praise abundant, pure, and blessed, [praise] that suffices and is never lacking, and is never dispensed with. Our Lord.) [Sahih al-Bukhari 5455]