الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ، غَيْرَ مَكْفِيٍّ وَلَا مُوَدَّعٍ وَلَا مُسْتَغْنًى عَنْهُ رَبَّنَا
All praise is for Allah, abundant, pure, and blessed praise. [Praise that is] never insufficient, never to be left behind, and never to be dispensed with, O our Lord.
Al-hamdu lillahi hamdan kathiran tayyiban mubarakan feehi, ghayra 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 express gratitude to Allah for the sustenance He has provided, and to seek His continued blessings for the provision of good health and well-being for ourselves and our families, especially our children. By thanking Allah after eating, we acknowledge that every bite we take is a gift from Him, and we pray that this nourishment strengthens us and our children in faith and in body.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a heart full of gratitude after you finish your meal. You can say it silently or aloud, ideally with your family present. It's an act of mindfulness, turning a simple act like eating into an opportunity for remembrance and supplication. Focus on the meaning of the words: acknowledging Allah's immense blessings and asking for His continued favor. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ would often thank Allah in various ways after meals, and this specific wording is a comprehensive expression of that gratitude.
Virtues & Benefits
Reciting this dua after eating brings immense blessings. Firstly, it fulfills the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, earning us reward and closeness to Allah. Secondly, it cultivates a habit of gratitude (shukr), which is highly praised in the Quran and Sunnah. Allah promises to increase those who are grateful (Surah Ibrahim 14:7). This continuous state of thankfulness can lead to contentment, peace of mind, and protection from hardship. Furthermore, by including the phrase 'O our Lord' and focusing on sustenance and well-being, we are essentially making a general supplication for all provisions, including the health and growth of our children, asking Allah to accept this food as a means of strength and goodness for them.
Source & Authentication
The narration states that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to say after finishing his food: 'Al-hamdu lillahi hamdan kathiran tayyiban mubarakan feehi, ghayra makfiyyin wa la mawadda'in wa la mustaghnan 'anhu Rabbana.' (Sahih al-Bukhari 5443). This shows his constant state of remembrance and gratitude, even for the simplest blessings like food. It's a profound example for us to follow in our daily lives, ensuring we don't become heedless of Allah's favors.